> Thomas de Groot <tho### [at] degrootorg> wrote:
>> Op 29/01/2020 om 01:31 schreef Ton:
>>> And here is the whole train.
>>>
>>
>> Well done sir!
>>
>> Just one question: The "joint" (what's its name?) between the two first
>> wagons seems to be twice the size of the other ones. On purpose? Or just
>> a matter of perspective?
>>
>> --
>> Thomas
> 
> Thanks Thomas, they're called "inter wagon canvas". It's rubber, probably to
> streamline the train. The first one, from the motorwagon, is 8.5 wide, the other
> two are 4.5. It's a bit difficult to get a good complete overview, so
> perspective is playing up a bit.
> 
> Cheers
> Ton.
> 
> 
> 
Streamlining is a factor, but it's mostly to allow the passage from one 
wagon to another without being buffeted by the wind. A question of 
comfort and convenience for the passengers.

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