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  1. DcB replied to the thread Mid Hants Railway Operational Matters.

    If it is just running on the MHR it could get by without the yellow ends, but if it is still mainline approved and at some point gets on the mainline then it will need the yellow?

    Aug 9, 2025 at 7:04 PM

  2. DcB replied to the thread Mid Hants Railway Operational Matters.

    The 400series group's 313201 at Eastleigh (if it stays there) will not be too far from the MHR, so possible they may co operate in supporting preserved Mk3 based units? Not sure if any other 150s units maybe preserved, also if the 455868 will be...

    Aug 9, 2025 at 12:32 PM

  3. DcB replied to the thread Swanage Railway General Discussion.

    The M7 Facebook group is waiting for someone to return from holiday for an update on the work in Norfolk.

    Aug 9, 2025 at 11:53 AM

  4. DcB replied to the thread Mid Hants Railway Operational Matters.

    Although wasn't "Thumper" 1125 in occasional use on the MHR rather than regular use? If the 150 can run the early morning train, then the "Thumper" replaces the 150 after restoration, (and the 150 then becomes backup), means The Thumper 1125 can...

    Aug 5, 2025 at 5:28 PM

  5. DcB replied to the thread Mid Hants Railway Operational Matters.

    From the press release https://watercressline.co.uk/heritage-train-first-for-the-watercress-line/ So (until the 1125 Class 205 DEMU Hampshire Unit ‘Thumper’ is restored) will not replace replace any steam trains but will be an addition to the...

    Aug 4, 2025 at 5:17 PM

  6. DcB replied to the thread Mid Hants Railway Operational Matters.

    There is always the chance that one day finances can be sorted. (There is a long thread to discuss this). The 150 is currently in original Northern livery, looks smart, and may be in demand for galas when the Thumper is refurbished. Eventually...

    Aug 3, 2025 at 3:15 PM

  7. DcB replied to the thread Mid Hants Railway Operational Matters.

    Many MK3 EMUs and DMUs are being scrapped. Not sure if this 150 is the only 150 to be preserved in working condition as an early train until the "Thumper" is repaired, then becomes a "backup" or runs at some Diesel galas? Think one MK3 Mersey...

    Aug 3, 2025 at 7:56 AM
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