Lunan Bay 1975
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A collision occurred at Lunan Bay (between Arbroath and Montrose) on October 26th 1975. The collision involved 40111 and a failed train, which it was to assist . One person was killed and 38 people were injured.
The accident was discussed on the group in December 2004. Discussion begins here.
The official Accident Report can be found here and a photo of damaged 40111 at Crewe can be found here.
The accident was discussed on the group in December 2004. Discussion begins here.
The official Accident Report can be found here and a photo of damaged 40111 at Crewe can be found here.
