Network Rail is asking the public to name a new train that will help tackle leaves on the line this autumn. More than 1,300 names were put forward for the new leaf-busting train, but after being whittled down by judges, the final four name choices are: The Autumn Avenger, Leaf-Fall Weapon, Ctrl Alt De-leaf, and Pulp Friction. The final four name choices are: The Autumn Avenger, Leaf-Fall Weapon, Ctrl Alt De-leaf, and Pulp Friction (Image: Supplied) The winning name will be painted on the new train, which will help tackle leaves on the tracks this autumn.
Judges included railway historian, presenter, and author Tim Dunn; Minister of State for Rail, Lord Peter Hendy; and Network Rail’s seasonal delivery director, Lisa Angus. Mr Dunn said: "Who needs Leafy McLeafFace when we have this shortlist of terrific - and really quite fitting - names to bestow upon one of these legendary leaf-busting behemoths. "I knew Britain wouldn't let us down: entries ranged from the witty, clever and even touching - through to utterly shameless Dad-grade puns.
"It’s been a joy to be a part of the judging process to name a leaf-buster, my fellow judges and I found it tricky to narrow down all the brilliant entries to just four names. "So a massive thank you to all those who took the time to submit a name – now it’s over to YOU, the British public. "Head over to Network Rail’s website right now to vote for your preferred name for one of these ‘mulch’-loved machines.
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