umpston wrote:
On 17 May, 16:04, "Recliner" wrote:
"umpston" wrote in message



(LUL engineering trains also usually have a
battery or diesel loco at both ends - this also means the train can
easily be reversed from locations where a crossover is not
available.)

Is it also the rule that both cabs must be manned? Whenever I've seen
an engineering train pass, both cabs of the battery locos seem to be
manned.

I don't know. What would be the point of such a rule? The non-driving
cabs might just be occupied by engineering staff needing a lift to the
work site.

There are many practical advantages to manning both cabs - especially when
you think how difficult it might be to get from one end of the train to the
other when underground away from stations, for instance in reversing
sidings. With normal trains the driver can walk through all the cars...

Paul S