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General discussion about locomotives, rolling stock, and equipment

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 #638905  by Tracer
 
Does it sit on one truck or something?
Last edited by Tracer on Tue Feb 17, 2009 4:55 pm, edited 3 times in total.
 #638907  by DutchRailnut
 
correct a two axle caboose

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 #640320  by ex Budd man
 
Heard they 'bobbed' along like a cork on the water, hence the nick name.
 #641884  by MEC407
 
When this caboose is bobbin', don't come a-knockin'! :P
 #642823  by GSC
 
Great shot of the #6, Dutch!

They bounce and weave back and forth and are not known for a smooth ride.
 #708020  by pennsy
 
Bobbers are NOT high speed vehicles. Usually find them on work trains, MOW etc.