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There are a few preserved EMUs - the problem is that there are no preserved lines with 3rd rail so they can't be run under their own power. Some lines just use them as hauled stock while some use either a Class 73/1 or 33/1 (both of which are fitted with MU equipment that's compatible with the majority of 3rd rail EMUs). The EPB Preservation Group have come up with a very neat way to power theirs using a couple of Motor Luggage Vans - these have onboard batteries allowing them to work away from the 3rd rail for up to 30mins or so. This feature was originally fitted to allow them to work onto the dockside at Dover and Folkestone to collect luggage from incoming ships. Website for the EPB Group is here http://www.epbpg.co.uk/ <br /> <br />The Suburban Electric Railway Association at http://www.emus.co.uk/ have a few as do the Southern Electric Group here http://www.southernelectric.org.uk/ which may also be of interest. <br /> <br />Abandoned ROW are, sad to say, very common out here. A whole network of lines was torn out, leaving behind the occasional set of bridge piers and railway buildings. One section near me (the old Llanidloes-Brecon and Hay on Wye line) has been converted to a single-track road (still using some of the original rail bridges). I can't see anyone managing to restore the line, partly due to the road but also due to the terrain. The trackbed is heavily overgrown (we're talking sizable trees here!) and has been built on in some locations, access for heavy plant would be almost impossible.
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