Codes on trains and train wagons
While traveling Europe, I noticed codes written on trains (public transport as well as cargo), which are written like words but seem to be codes. Examples: Shimms, Shimmns, Tads. Case exactly as written. Dutch and Austrian trains.
When googling, we get pictures of mainly cargo wagons, like it was a particular make or model of something. But no explanation. Are these codes? What information do they convey?
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What is wagon number?
The first two digits indicate Type of Wagon, the third and fourth digits indicate Owning Railway, the fifth and sixth digits indicate Year of Manufacture, the seventh through tenth digits indicate Individual Wagon Number, and the last digit is a Check digit.What is a TOPS code?
BR Wagon Codes - TOPS codes The most familiar aspect of TOPS are the three letter codes painted close to the numbers on most wagons. These are generically referred to as TOPS codes and give operationally relevant information about each vehicle.What does C1 mean on a railway carriage?
On a vehicle end the C1, C3, C4 markings identify the loading gauge of the vehicle. Class 142, 144, 150 are C1 (15.1m & 21m) and 153, 155, 156, 158 are C3 (23m). C4 identifies coaching stock built to tilting gauge (mk4).What does tops mean in railway?
Total Operations Processing System (TOPS) is a computer system for managing railway locomotives and rolling stock in the United Kingdom.The Basics: Rail Codes Explained
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