Opting for a main-tie-tie-main configuration just for the sake of maintenance of tie CB is a costly affair and absolutely not required. It makes the system complicated especially during system relay co-ordination studies. I don't see any significant advantages for a M-T-T-M config. More @Wikipedia
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