Train hits tractor and trailer on level crossing 22/05/2025.

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Train hits tractor and trailer on level crossing 22/05/2025.

« on: Yesterday at 17:25:30 »

Several persons injured, though reported to be not life threatening.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cly3885e58no


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A proper intercity train has a minimum of 8 coaches, gangwayed throughout, with first at one end, and a full sized buffet car between first and standard.
It has space for cycles, surfboards,luggage etc.
A 5 car DMU^▸ is not a proper inter-city train. The 5+5 and 9 car DMUs are almost as bad.

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