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RN340 – Sandstone’s GMAM, No. 4079, has been working very hard lately

February 27, 20071 min read

Sandstone’s GMAM, No. 4079, has been working very hard lately. Recent trips include bringing 19 coaches back from Pyramid, followed by a trip to Centurion pulling 20 coaches.

Some concerns have been expressed about the stress being suffered by this locomotive and as a result a technical review is currently underway.

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