bs819 Posted October 7, 2016 Share Posted October 7, 2016 I saw multiple pictures of these mk3s repainted in new livery, Under one of the photos them it said "paint testing". What does this mean? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Garfield Posted October 7, 2016 Share Posted October 7, 2016 I saw multiple pictures of these mk3s repainted in new livery, Under one of the photos them it said "paint testing". What does this mean? It was just one Mk3 repainted for testing purposes. The only remaining Mk3s are on the Belmond Grand Hibernian. The rest have either been scrapped or are being cannibalised for spares. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Junctionmad Posted October 7, 2016 Share Posted October 7, 2016 My own view is if passanger numbers increase ie will be forced to implement some additional loco hauled services , abs we could witness the absurdity of them purchasing carriages on the 2nd hand market Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 bs819 Posted October 7, 2016 Author Share Posted October 7, 2016 Ah god, it had me excited for a second. thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Garfield Posted October 7, 2016 Share Posted October 7, 2016 My own view is if passanger numbers increase ie will be forced to implement some additional loco hauled services , abs we could witness the absurdity of them purchasing carriages on the 2nd hand market Not going to happen when there's an entire class of railcars (2700s) waiting in the wings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 DiveController Posted October 7, 2016 Share Posted October 7, 2016 (edited) Not going to happen when there's an entire class of railcars (2700s) waiting in the wings. Yes. Shame though. They look decent in that livery Edited October 8, 2016 by DiveController Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Junctionmad Posted October 7, 2016 Share Posted October 7, 2016 Not going to happen when there's an entire class of railcars (2700s) waiting in the wings. yeah but they are pure sh1te, imho and should never see the light of day on intercity trains Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Garfield Posted October 7, 2016 Share Posted October 7, 2016 yeah but they are pure sh1te, imho and should never see the light of day on intercity trains They wouldn't; there'd be reverse cascading of stock, with the entire ICR fleet likely available for their intended purpose, perhaps alongside some 2800s and 29000s. The wallet, not the heart, will rule in these decisions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Junctionmad Posted October 7, 2016 Share Posted October 7, 2016 They wouldn't; there'd be reverse cascading of stock, with the entire ICR fleet likely available for their intended purpose, perhaps alongside some 2800s and 29000s. The wallet, not the heart, will rule in these decisions. We could do with some of that reverse cascading down here in wexford Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 richrua Posted October 7, 2016 Share Posted October 7, 2016 I came in on the ferry from France to rosslare in the summer. The abandoned rail terminal is a sad sight for any rail fan. Surely a modern railbus 2700 yoke would be manageable? I sort of think certain routes should be maintained with government grants even at a loss, just for the sheer social infrastructure element. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Noel Posted October 8, 2016 Share Posted October 8, 2016 I came in on the ferry from France to rosslare in the summer. The abandoned rail terminal is a sad sight for any rail fan. Surely a modern railbus 2700 yoke would be manageable? I sort of think certain routes should be maintained with government grants even at a loss, just for the sheer social infrastructure element. Agree Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Junctionmad Posted October 8, 2016 Share Posted October 8, 2016 There is at least a railway station still vaguely in rosslare at least Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Noel Posted October 8, 2016 Share Posted October 8, 2016 There is at least a railway station still vaguely in rosslare at least Captain - are you not maintaining a proper 'lookout'? AIS shows you are underway making way, how have you time to 'social network', or is your officer of the watch minding the bridge right now? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Garfield Posted October 8, 2016 Share Posted October 8, 2016 Captain - are you not maintaining a proper 'lookout'? AIS shows you are underway making way, how have you time to 'social network', or is your officer of the watch minding the bridge right now? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 jhb171achill Posted October 8, 2016 Share Posted October 8, 2016 The miserable halt in Rosslare is an absolute disgrace in itself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Noel Posted October 8, 2016 Share Posted October 8, 2016 Was just wondering how JM had time to post here while in command of a vessel Sorry for the drift - pun hope he's not adrift. Back on thread and dry land, it is a pity Rosslare station is so far from the quayside. Good state supported infrastructure can attract more traffic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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I saw multiple pictures of these mk3s repainted in new livery, Under one of the photos them it said "paint testing". What does this mean?
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