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[KriegslokBR52]

Cool pic.

Both Wikipedia and this site seem to call it EU45 (the BR 189/ES 64 F4)

PKP Cargo EU45 — Trainspo

PKP Cargo EU45 - 1435 Bo'Bo' MS Electric locomotive

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It seems the EU44 is the EuroSprinter family member ES 64 U family. The Taurus ones.

EU44 / ES64U4 / Class 183

Part of Siemens EuroSprinter family. Also known as Taurus ( or Husarz in Poland ) Units in set: 183.601 - PKP IC 183.602 - PKP IC 183.603 - PKP IC 183.604 - PKP IC 183.605 - PKP IC 183.606 - PKP IC 183.608 - PKP IC 183.609 - PKP IC 183.610 - PKP IC

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Yes, i was referring to EuroSprinter family. Might have read your post wrong.

 

[KriegslokBR52]

That middle or 2/3 cab format is common. Alco RS-3 etc. There were earlier German ones as well that go way back and I'm sure lots of other countries.

Yes Sir. One of the most numerous classes in all of Europe is well over a thousand member strong Polish SM42 class;

Similarities to an RS3 are evident and Polish railfans nicknamed these "Stonka" after a type of an insect.

 

[DeaconKC]

Good evening folks, 62 here right now after a high of 71 with plenty of sunshine today. Storms and heavy rain a large part of last night left some water in the garage, so it has been open most of the afternoon to air out. Great day at Church, it was Pastor Appreciation Day, so we had cake and treats after the Morning Service. Took a nap after the Second Service and then fitted a new style bridge to the main crossover section and I think I will like it better.

 

[Marlin39]

6400 class four axle diesel built by Vossloh:

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That's it!!!!

 

[blackz28]

78* here in cape coral fla , its been cool the last week like someone up north forgot to shut the door & the wind is outta the north.
its getting back to normal this week with tstorms & warmer . still miss october in NEW ENGLAND

 

[TLOC]

 

[chadbag]

Yes, i was referring to EuroSprinter family. Might have read your post wrong.

Both of these , the BR 189 (EU45) and the BR 182/183 (EU 44) are part of the ES 64 EuroSprinter family. The body work is different depending on the designed use and speed. The ES 64 U (Taurus) are mostly used for passengers on faster services so are a bit more streamlined. The ES 64 F/F4 are usually freight so more square utilitarian looking.

 

[KriegslokBR52]

Both of this , the BR 189 (EU45) and the BR 182/183 (EU 44) are part of the ES 64 EuroSprinter family. The body work is different depending on the designed use and speed. The ES 64 U (Taurus) are mostly used for passengers on faster services so are a bit more streamlined. The ES 64 F/F4 are usually freight so more square utilitarian looking.

This is what happens when you don't care for the new stuff because it's too boring looking . German 111, 103, 194, 140, 150, 151... Those are it, and the older pre and post war designs

 

[chadbag]

This is what happens when you don't care for the new stuff because it's too boring looking . German 111, 103, 194, 140, 150, 151... Those are it, and the older pre and post war designs

Can’t forget the most ubiquitous the BR 110.

I like the new stuff and all the special liveries but have a soft spot for the 110 and 103 and stuff as those are what I traveled with when I lived there.

DB Class E 10 - Wikipedia

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[Kusojiji]

I ran a pull test yesterday with an EH500 with 16 wheel drive won hands down. 66 cars no problem and probably could have done at least 10 more.

Beat out my Big Boy, FEF-3, P42 and others that I had around. The DE10 did surprisingly well at tapping out at 62.

Honorable mention

 

[Bruette]

I know extraordinarily little about European trains, but I do know a bit about the Polish Husarz. Known to their enemies as the Angels of Death!

And in Poland they got the nickname "Husarz"

Why such a high honor?

At their peak, the Husarz ranked as the elite of Polish cavalry. An all but unapparelled heavy shock cavalry unit known for their devastating charge. Thier participation in the largest known calvary charge in history at the siege of Vienna helped to beat back the Ottomans.

In most of Europe Hussars were expendable light calvary. The Polish Husarz were anything but expendable. They were one of the most devastating fighting units in all Europe. They earned the name Angels of Death.

Known to thier Allies as the Polish Winged Hussars.

This has been my history minute. Now back to trains.

Baseball and the NFL at 11.

 

[santafewillie]

A couple of you fellows, Tom O and Louis I think were commenting earlier about sugar-free club soda. A&W makes a sugar -free version that is available at the Kroger that I shop at, so look there.

 

[chadbag]

I ran a pull test yesterday with an EH500 with 16 wheel drive won hands down. 66 cars no problem and probably could have done at least 10 more.
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Beat out my Big Boy, FEF-3, P42 and others that I had around. The DE10 did surprisingly well at tapping out at 62.
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That’s a KATO DE10 right? I have several of both KATO and Tomix DE10.

I have my toilet train and I bought a poo wagon for it thinking to hide a speaker in it but the way it’s set up I don’t think it will work. Some day I’ll get to it. For now it’s just sitting here.

It’s your fault you know.

 

[KriegslokBR52]

Can’t forget the most ubiquitous the BR 110.

I like the new stuff and all the special liveries but have a soft spot for the 110 and 103 and stuff as those are what I traveled with when I lived there.

DB Class E 10 - Wikipedia

en.wikipedia.org

Yes, especially the Reingold blue and cream version

 

[NorthBrit]

THOUGHT FOR TODAY

Kindness is a language that the deaf can hear and the blind can see.” – Mark Twain

 

[Kusojiji]

That’s a KATO DE10 right? I have several of both KATO and Tomix DE10.

I have my toilet train and I bought a poo wagon for it thinking to hide a speaker in it but the way it’s set up I don’t think it will work. Some day I’ll get to it. For now it’s just sitting here.

It’s your fault you know.

Yup, Kato.

Consider it payback for the GE4/4 you goaded me into buying! haha! Thanks btw, it led to the ABe and Bernina Express stuff. Awesome looking! And I think I have an idea of how to run them after watching some of RHB's videos.

 

[Kusojiji]

earned the name Angels of Death

While they look menacing and were effective, I can't see how having those wings would prove helpful. A gust of wind to throw off an aim or balance?

 

[Bill Tidler Jr.]

Good Monday morning! It's 42°F and clear.

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Have a great day!

 

[Bruette]

A gust of wind to throw off an aim or balance?

I have never read anything about that. I suspect the design took the wind into consideration.

I can't see how having those wings would prove helpful.

In their day that was the norm. There was no thought of camouflage.

Other Cavalry of the Era​

• Ottoman Sipahi & Deli cavalry: Known for brightly colored silks, turbans, and animal pelts (like leopard or bear skins) worn over armor. The Delis in particular cultivated a wild, fearsome look.
• Russian Boyar cavalry: Heavy lamellar or mail armor, fur-trimmed cloaks, and tall fur hats, emphasizing wealth and status.
• Swedish Reiters (Harquebusiers): Dressed in blackened armor with buff coats, pistols, and swords — less flamboyant but menacing in their uniformity.
• Imperial Cuirassiers (Holy Roman Empire): Thick three-quarter armor, blackened steel, and plumed helmets, projecting brute force.

Their reasoning for being so “flashy and menacing”?​

• Psychological impact: The impact of the menacing gear was intimidating and spread fear.
• Battlefield recognition: Distinctive uniforms helped identify units in the chaos of combat.
• Status symbol: Nobility funded their own equipment, so extravagance was a way to display wealth and prestige.

 

[bnsf971]

Good morning, it's 66 and partly cloudy.