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GWR Weedkilling Train Tenders W83, W84 and W85
Filename: XL11 007.jpg
Size: 3318 x 2316 (1.5MB)
Date: 17th May 2016
Source: STEAM Museum of the GWR
Unique Reference Number: XL11 007
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GWR Weedkilling Train Tenders W83, W84 and W85
To operate smooth running services the GWR needed to keep their tracks and tracksides free of unwanted weeds and foliage. The GWRs weedkilling trains usually consisted of an engine and three tenders. The tenders held water which was mixed with the weedkilling solution held in a separate tank. It was then sprayed out the back onto the tracks with jets
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 12100244
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print from the STEAM Museum of the GWR, we are transported back in time to witness the meticulous efforts undertaken by the Great Western Railway (GWR) to maintain smooth running services. The image showcases three impressive GWR Weedkilling Train Tenders - W83, W84, and W85. To ensure uninterrupted journeys along their tracks, the GWR recognized the importance of keeping unwanted weeds and foliage at bay. Their innovative solution came in the form of weedkilling trains equipped with an engine and three tenders. These tenders held water that was mixed with a potent weedkilling solution stored separately. As depicted in this photograph, these mighty machines would spray out this powerful concoction onto the tracks using jets located at their rear ends. This method allowed for efficient distribution across vast stretches of railway lines while effectively eliminating any potential obstructions caused by stubborn weeds. The dedication displayed by GWR through these specialized weedkilling trains highlights their commitment to providing passengers with safe and reliable transportation. By meticulously tending to both tracks and tracksides, they ensured a seamless journey for all who traveled on their network. This remarkable print serves as a testament to not only GWR's ingenuity but also their unwavering determination to deliver exceptional service standards throughout history.
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