Steam engine trial runs begin

Trial runs of steam engine B-794 started recently. The engine was brought to Neral from Golden rock workshop,Tiruchirapalli,where its fuel conversion from coal-fired to oil-fired was done. “After some trials,an actual run will be done before June 10. After monsoon,the engine will be in service on Neral-Matheran route,” said a CR official.

“The engine has been repainted,too,the official added. “Steam engine enthusiasts are awaiting its return,” said Mukesh Nigam,divisional railway manager, Central Railway.

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