Kruger Rail Trolley

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Kevin Wilson-Smith

Kruger Rail Trolley

Post by Kevin Wilson-Smith »

One of the old Kruger Rail Trolleys is still in existance and operable.
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Tom Macrery
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Re: Kruger Rail Trolley

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You did not mention where it is. I've always loved what we call in the States a Hand Car.
Kevin Wilson-Smith

Re: Kruger Rail Trolley

Post by Kevin Wilson-Smith »

Its on the old railway line outside Skukuza camp. You cannot actually get to it at all.
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Re: Kruger Rail Trolley

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So, if it's not a silly question, how did you get to it, Kevin?!
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Re: Kruger Rail Trolley

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I knew you (you John) would ask that immediately after I typed it!!!!

What I should have said is it is not public accessable at all. I was with Parks Staff when I saw it.....
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Thanks - that explains the mystery.
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And I believe was in fact used about 10 years ago to cross the bridge, when major floods marooned Skukuza...
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