Network Rail test train, approaching Muir of Ord
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Network Rail test train, approaching Muir of Ord
Image: © Craig Wallace Taken: 14 Jul 2014
This train is the Network Rail Track Recording Unit. It contains a variety of equipment for measuring the condition of track. It is a diesel multiple unit, designated as Class 950 - the only train of this class - with number 950001. It is based on the Class 150 Sprinter. Here it was returning from Kyle of Lochalsh, heading towards the depot at Inverness. It passed a ScotRail train waiting at Muir of Ord station.
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