Report 07/2016: Collision between train and tractor at Oakwood Farm User Worked Crossing
Published on 28 April 2016, 11:31
- Summary
- Collision between a train and a tractor at Oakwood Farm User Worked Crossing, Knaresborough, 14 May 2015.
- date of occurrence
- 2015-05-14
- railway type
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heavy-rail
- report type
- investigation-report
Report Overview
On 14 May 2015, a passenger train collided with a tractor at Oakwood Farm user worked crossing near Knaresborough, North Yorkshire. The train was carrying 66 people and travelling at 65 mph (105 km/h), but did not derail. The collision caused the front of the tractor to become detached from its cab. The tractor driver suffered minor injuries, and the train driver was treated for shock. However, in different circumstances the consequences could have been much worse.
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Official Documents
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R072016_160428_Oakwood_Farm
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RAIB Recommendation response for Oakwood Farm
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