Poškození karoserie

Karoserii kolejového vozidla mohou poškodit kolize, neopatrný posun, vážné poruchy hnacího ústrojí, při kterém létají součástky, požár nebo i výbuchy. Poškození karoserie může vést k poruše elektrických systémů, což může způsobit nefunkčnost světel, stěračů a dalších elektrických prvků. Jinak ale pohyblivost vozidla neovlivňuje.

Most common situations in which collision damage occurs is due to derailing , distracted shunting , badly set up switches and wheelslide . Body damage can also be caused by various powertrain failures that cause parts to fly apart, as well as fire and even explosions .

Damage to a vehicle's body may result in failure of various accessories, such as windows, lights and compressors . It doesn't otherwise affect the moving capability of a vehicle, however.

To ensure safe contact between vehicles, it is recommended to not come in contact at more than 5 km/h. To help anticipate contact better, there are proximity sensor gadgets .

Body damage of a vehicle is displayed on its ID plate .

Damaged vehicle bodies can be serviced .

Cars and cargo can be damaged from collisions too.

Body damage can be inflicted manually in sandbox mode , using the comms radio damage mode .