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'''620 & 720 class railcars''' were a [[diesel]] [[railcar]] (DMU) type used in the latter stages of their life by [[CityRail]], primarily on its [[Hunter Valley railway line, New South Wales|Hunter Valley line]]. The trains, which were nicknamed Red Rattlers, have since been phased out in favour of the newer [[Hunter railcar]] model. The 620/720 railcars were built by [[New South Wales Government Railways]] (NSWGR) from 1961 to 1968. There were many variations of this railcar, but coded differently. |
'''620 & 720 class railcars''' were a [[diesel]] [[railcar]] (DMU) type used in the latter stages of their life by [[CityRail]], primarily on its [[Hunter Valley railway line, New South Wales|Hunter Valley line]]. The trains, which were nicknamed Red Rattlers, have since been phased out in favour of the newer [[Hunter railcar]] model. The 620/720 railcars were built by [[New South Wales Government Railways]] (NSWGR) from 1961 to 1968. There were many variations of this railcar, but coded differently. |
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These railcars are similar to the [[Endeavour railcar]]s as in layout, with one railcar having toilets (non-wheelchair accessible) and one with luggage space, with 2x2 seating instead of 3x2 seating found on Endeavours and the new Hunter Railcars. 620/720 railcars are non-airconditioned, however, windows can be opened for ventilation. |
These railcars are similar to the [[Endeavour railcar]]s as in layout, with one railcar having toilets (non-wheelchair accessible) and one with luggage space, with 2x2 seating instead of 3x2 seating found on Endeavours and the new Hunter Railcars. 620/720 railcars are non-airconditioned, however, windows can be opened for ventilation. Gas heaters and fans can be operated within the car. The cars retain an interior similar to the 1960s setup with which they were delivered, with older seats still having the NSWGR markings. In the later period before they were withdrawn, elements were introduced to prevent windows being opened widely (and body parts protruded) and the exit doors from being opened mid journey. Prior to this, door were frequently opened for ventilation and the carriage floor included door jams. |
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All sets were withdrawn in 2007, with the last service running on October 29 from [[Newcastle railway station, New South Wales|Newcastle]] to [[Paterson railway station, New South Wales|Paterson]] and return.<ref>{{Cite news |title=Hunter Valley farewells red rattler |url=http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2007/10/29/2072923.htm |publisher=Australian Broadcasting Corporation |date=[[2007-10-29]] |work=News Online}}</ref> |
All sets were withdrawn in 2007, with the last service running on October 29 from [[Newcastle railway station, New South Wales|Newcastle]] to [[Paterson railway station, New South Wales|Paterson]] and return.<ref>{{Cite news |title=Hunter Valley farewells red rattler |url=http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2007/10/29/2072923.htm |publisher=Australian Broadcasting Corporation |date=[[2007-10-29]] |work=News Online}}</ref> |
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== See also == |
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Revision as of 13:23, 6 August 2008
| 620 & 720 railcar | |
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 625/725 stands at Newcastle Railway Station | |
 Interior of a 620/720 railcar | |
| Constructed | 1961 to 1968 |
| Entered service | 1962 - 2007 |
| Scrapped | Last revenue service in 2007 |
620 & 720 class railcars were a diesel railcar (DMU) type used in the latter stages of their life by CityRail, primarily on its Hunter Valley line. The trains, which were nicknamed Red Rattlers, have since been phased out in favour of the newer Hunter railcar model. The 620/720 railcars were built by New South Wales Government Railways (NSWGR) from 1961 to 1968. There were many variations of this railcar, but coded differently.
These railcars are similar to the Endeavour railcars as in layout, with one railcar having toilets (non-wheelchair accessible) and one with luggage space, with 2x2 seating instead of 3x2 seating found on Endeavours and the new Hunter Railcars. 620/720 railcars are non-airconditioned, however, windows can be opened for ventilation. Gas heaters and fans can be operated within the car. The cars retain an interior similar to the 1960s setup with which they were delivered, with older seats still having the NSWGR markings. In the later period before they were withdrawn, elements were introduced to prevent windows being opened widely (and body parts protruded) and the exit doors from being opened mid journey. Prior to this, door were frequently opened for ventilation and the carriage floor included door jams.
All sets were withdrawn in 2007, with the last service running on October 29 from Newcastle to Paterson and return.[1]
See also
References
- ^ "Hunter Valley farewells red rattler". News Online. Australian Broadcasting Corporation. 2007-10-29.
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External links
- CityRail
- 620 class railcar control motor carriage (with luggage area)
- 720 class railcar control trailer carriage (with toilet)