Introduction Flashcards by Ryan Martin

Q

Passenger trains life span

A

30-5 years

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Q

Sheffield - London

A

166 miles

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Q

Trains last longer than cars?

A

Much longer

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Q

Geological factors

A

Mountains, wildlife, gradient

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Q

Track owned by

A

Network rail

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Q

Fixed track no ballast called

A

Slab track

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Q

Transfers electricity to the train

A

Pantograph

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Q

What steers the train

A

Track

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Q

Who directs the train

A

Signaller

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