


Last week, at Firgrove where a private company refurbishes Metro sets under contract.
Zephir locotractor did a shunting demonstration at the facility. Dylan Knott was in attendance and snapped a few pictures.
Pic 1
Zephir Battery operated CRAB locotractor. Can haul 500 tons on level gradient. 8 hrs continuous battery life. Fitted with road wheels as well. Pneumatic rubber tyres propel loco on rails. Rail wheels are a guide only.
Pic 2
New Zephir battery operated shunter. 8M EMU behind.
Pic 3
Zephir CRAB shunts at Firgrove.
The company has a webpage, click HERE.
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