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BR Shark Brake Van DB993778

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Photos: Tim Cook - The shark prowling in the upyard

Shark vans are used to spread ballast dropped on the track by catfish and dogfish hopper wagons, hence the metal fins underneath and name.  With our catfish and dogfish wagons, we can now make up a complete permanent way train.  DB993778 arrived at Quainton in February 2000.


Origin :- British Rail Date Built :- 1956 Number :- DB993778
Diagram :- 1/597 Lot :- 2657    
Type :- 20 tons Builder :- Birmingham Railway Carriage
& Wagon Co.
Wheelbase :-
Owner :- QRS Status :- Operational Location :- Upyard

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