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K28 and Cab Forward giving an impressive running display in the UK June 2017
Note the 'split double chimney' on the Cab Forward.
It is general knowledge that the tunnel roofs on the Sierra Nevada Mountains would not take kindly to the prospect of the Cab Forwards blasting a vertical exhaust.
PLUS some smart guy in the design department said. Instead of asphyxiating the crew we will put them upfront and use oil!

 
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Rhinochugger

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That K28 is going a pace for a three-footer :eek::eek::eek:
 

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Yeah, I think the driver wants to keep that axle water pump active.
Thirsty beasts those K series!
 
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JoelB

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After all, the K-28s had the nickname "Sport Model"...:)
 
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