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Date: 10/15/14 11:49
BNSF Track Inspection Train
Author: tehachcond

While running some errands in Castle Rock, CO. this morning I spotted this BNSF track inspection train going south on the No. 1 track on the Joint Line. I gave chase, but unfortunately, all I had was the camera on my iphone. Sorry about the questionable quality. It was taken just south of town.

Brian Black
Retired SP/UP Conductor

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Date: 10/15/14 12:09
Re: BNSF Track Inspection Train
Author: 4451Puff

It's been well established in previous posts that the rear car is a track geometry car (& not a theater car) But what is the purpose of the other car? My guess would be a generator car (large vents in the side) but perhaps some type of diner/dorm for the geo car staff as well? Thanks in advance for any input.

Desmond Praetzel, "4451 Puff"

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Date: 10/15/14 12:31
Re: BNSF Track Inspection Train
Author: The_Chief_Way

Each of the three BNSF Geometry Trains has a "support car" in addition to the Geometry Car.
This car is the former Regal Crest, a sleeper. Obviously it has a generator aboard, but I have
have not seen a floor plan to know what's left of the rooms. Possibly someone on T-O who
works for BNSF in train service can comment.

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