Train Spotter - CPH Railmotor Traditional Cache
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Train Spotter - CPH Railmotor
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CPH rail motors began service on country New South Wales rail lines in 1923 and they lasted well into the mid-1980s, providing 60 years of service.
A total of 37 of these 42-foot rail motors were built, providing a self-propelled passenger and freight-carrying rail car for use throughout NSW. Their acceleration, speed and twin driving cabins (removing the need for turning at a terminal) meant they became effective operating units.
To the railway crews and passengers alike, these fast-running, self-propelled trains were the next fastest thing to the greyhound racing hares.
The name stuck with them throughout their 60 years of railway service.
They also provided pre-electrification service on the Richmond line.
There are probably now about 10 CPH units in running condition throughout NSW and the ACT.
They have windows at the ends of the car that give passengers a driver's-eye view of the scenery ahead of the carriage. They also have good old-fashioned cow-catchers and roof-mounted radiators which give them a distinctive quaint appearance.
Cache is located at the pedestrian crossing area.
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