LOCO REVERSAL AT TPTY! 18522Tirumala Express || HX - BZA || TSDRV6 || OPENRAILS || PART-2

This is Manianta A(Nani), Today we taking charge of 18522Tirumala Express WITH Loco Reversal at Tirupati from New Kadapa Jn(HX) TO Vijayawada(BZA).

Join the captivating OpenRails activity streaming of the 18522 Tirumala Express, a daily superfast staple of East Coast Railway connecting the temple city of Tirupati (TPTY) to Visakhapatnam Junction (VSKP) over a scenic 642 km route through the Eastern Ghats, departing at 22:50 and arriving after 11 hours 55 minutes with key halts at Chittoor, Katpadi, Renigunta, Gudur, Nellore, Ongole, Chirala, Tenali, Vijayawada, Eluru, Rajahmundry, and Samalkot. Powered by a mighty WAP-4 or WAP-7 electric locomotive hauling 20+ LHB coaches—including AC 2-tier, AC 3-tier, Sleeper, and unreserved General classes—this simulation recreates the train's high-speed dashes across coastal plains, steep ghat climbs around Araku-like valleys, and bustling freight interactions on the Waltair Division with hyper-realistic OpenRails physics modeling traction slip, dynamic braking, pantograph arcs, and AWS signaling for pinpoint timetable accuracy. Immerse yourself in multi-angle action: driver's cab with authentic HUD for speed, throttle notches, and brake pipe pressure; external chase cams capturing the loco's thunderous roar through tunnels, viaducts, and lush greenery; trackside views highlighting night running with brilliant headlights piercing Andhra Pradesh darkness; and TSDR overlays displaying real-time status, ETAs, and station boards for that pro railfanning feel, complete with AI consists, crossing loops, and dynamic weather from misty dawns to tropical showers. Custom route packs enhance the Vijayawada-Vizag corridor with high-definition tracks, updated superstructures, and seasonal foliage, while activity challenges include hotbox alerts, loco failures, and crew briefings at major junctions like Vijayawada for added realism. Named after the sacred Tirumala hills, this 1996-introduced express symbolizes South Indian pilgrimage connectivity—learn its history, speed records up to 130 km/h, and operational quirks amid SCR's electrification push through engaging commentary. Streamed in crisp 4K at 60FPS with smooth performance tips, sim mods shoutouts, and viewer polls for future activities like Falaknuma or Guntakal specials, this episode packs replay value for enthusiasts dissecting wheel squeals, horn sequences, and ghat mastery. Whether chasing the headboard glow or simming freight overtakes, it's peak rail therapy—like for Tirumala fans, subscribe for weekly OpenRails drops, comment your fave ghat sections or loco swaps, share with the community, and bell on for alerts! Next: more ECR legends.

ACT:18522Tirumala Express
ROUTE: The South Deccan Route (Version 6) by Balu Maruti – (+91 70322 32344)
FROM:KADAPAN JN(HX)
TO:VIJAYAWADA(BZA)
ACT BY: MANIKANTA A(NANI)

Playlists:
1.DIVERTED00761Renigunta - H. Nizamuddin Doodh Duronto Special Parcel Expres:-- https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLb...

2.08580Charlapalli - Visakhapatnam Special Fare Special:--   • 08580Charlapalli - Visakhapatnam Special F...  

3.16354Nagercoil - Kacheguda Weekly Express:--    • 16354/Nagercoil - Kacheguda Weekly Express  

4.22501SMVT Bengaluru - New Tinsukia SF Express:--    • 22501/SMVT Bengaluru - New Tinsukia SF Exp...  

5.16591Hampi Express -    • 16591Hampi Express  

6.17661Kacheguda - Nagarsol Express -    • 17661Kacheguda - Nagarsol Express  

7.12164 MGR Chennai Central - Mumbai LTT SF Express:--    • 12164 MGR Chennai Central - Mumbai LTT SF ...  

8.16601/Erode - Jogbani Amrit Bharat Express: --    • 16601/Erode - Jogbani Amrit Bharat Express  

9.12443/Haldia - Anand Vihar Terminal SF Express: --    • 12443/Haldia - Anand Vihar Terminal SF Exp...  

💰 Support My Channel via UPI: andagundam@fifederal (Every Tip Is Appreciated 🙏)

🎨 Credits:
🛤️ Route - The South Deccan Route (Version 6) by Balu Maruti – (+91 70322 32344)
🛤️ Route - WHR (Version 2) by Eekshet – ( +91 81061 14168 )
🛤️ Route - SER & ER (Version 8) by Pawan Raj – (+91 94727 78700 )
🛤️ Route - NFR(Version 1) by Pawan Raj – (+91 94727 78700 )
🛤️ Route - TSCR (Version 2) by Adhi – (+91 70451 84383 )
🚂 Locomotives and ICF&LHB Coaches AND Elocos by BGPRO - (https://www.broadgaugeproductions.com)
🚆 Payware Tracksounds(LHB) : Chakraborty - (+91 6290 364 855)
🚆 Payware Tracksounds(LHB and ICF) : Aryan Raj Singh (+91 92191 50047)
🚂 Freight Wagons by JJJPro : Jayrajsinh Jadeja( +91 96649 85916)
🚂 Freight Wagons and DLOCOS by TVP (+91 99214 99947)
🛠️ LHB Coaches by Varun Ganesh - (https://www.vg3dmodelersandrailwaysim...)

Queries: [email protected]