Talking to a ScotRail driver recently he mentioned that he once took a Class 156 from Glasgow Central to Carlisle on hire to Virgin as no electric trains could move owing to overhead damage. The train was summoned at short notice and was packed with passengers for London. He was route conducted to Carlisle by a Virgin driver at 75mph on the West Coast Main Line.
I've also read on this forum that a Pacer made it to King's Cross to replace an East Coast service. Are there any other examples of unexpected or inappropriate traction turning up in service?
I've also read on this forum that a Pacer made it to King's Cross to replace an East Coast service. Are there any other examples of unexpected or inappropriate traction turning up in service?
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