In the early times of industrialism, the rural Severn Valley became an ideal location for a railway. The River Severn running through the middle of the valley was a prime waterway for transport, and...
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Built by English Electric between 1957-1968, the 1,000 horsepower Bo'Bo' diesel-electric BR Class 20 (English Electric Type 1) diesel-electric locomotive entered service on many regions around the...
The BR Class 47 is a 2,750 horsepower locomotive built by Brush Traction at their Falcon works and Crewe between 1962-68. There were 512 examples of the type built, making them the largest class of...
The BR Class 50 is a 2,700bhp diesel-electric locomotive built by English Electric at their Vulcan Foundry at Newtown-le-Willows between 1967-68. The class was capable of speeds of up to 100mph, and...
Built between 1961-1964, the BR Class 52 "Western" was a staple on the western region of British Railways. The Class 52 was a diesel-hydraulic type locomotive powered by two Maybach prime movers tied...
The distinctive growl of the Class 55 "Deltic" cannot be mistaken. This locomotive remains a favourite for enthusiasts and crews alike. For many years, the Class 55 was the mainstay of the British...