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172102

Class 172

Videos featuring 172102

This video explores Birmingham Moor Street Station, a historic site that combines original and newer structures dating back to 1909 and 1987. The station is currently operated by Chiltern Railways and serves multiple destinations including London Marylebone and Stratford-Upon-Avon. Some services observed during the visit were locomotive-hauled. The footage includes trains passing through Snow Hill Tunnel and features various locations such as Solihull, Kidderminster, and Shirley. Several train stock numbers and headcodes are identified in the metadata.
This video captures railway activity across several locations in England, featuring a variety of train movements and operations. It includes footage of empty coaching stock returning to Reading Traincare Depot from the Night Riviera Sleeper service, Class 50 No. 50049 at Norton Junction, and services operating near Droitwich Spa heading to Long Marston for Rail Live. Notable sightings include 99008 leading the Rail200 Inspiration Train with 66710 on the rear, as well as Network Rail’s Harsco RGH-20C Switch & Crossing Rail Grinders working as 6U01.
This video captures a range of railway activity across the UK network, including freight and passenger services. It features a double-headed heavy haul freight train at Reading, Network Rail’s HST test train passing through Worcester, and a rare sighting of Class 20 locomotives 20118 and 20132 running light engine between Hereford and Worcester, likely for route-learning duties. The Britannic Explorer is also seen twice, hauled by different locomotives. Other locations include Reading, Worcester, Leicester, and Great Malvern, with various operators and headcodes identified.
A variety of diesel locomotives, including classes 159, 172, 20, 55, 56, and 57, were featured during the Severn Valley Railway Diesel Gala. The event showcased mainline guest locomotives alongside the railway's own fleet in a series of departures, arrivals, and run-pasts. The action took place across locations including Fleet, Kidderminster, and Llandudno. The video captures the atmosphere of the gala, highlighting rare diesel combinations and heritage railway activity.
This video captures the powerful presence and distinctive sound of Class 55 Deltic locomotives during the Severn Valley Railway Diesel Festival. Scenes include light engine movements, passenger service departures and arrivals from Kidderminster, showcasing these iconic diesel engines in action. The footage highlights the acceleration, Napier engine noise, and heritage traction of the Deltics, offering a nostalgic look at their historic role on British railways. Other locomotives featured include Class 172, Class 59, and Class 42 units.
This video captures the performance of Class 55 Deltic 55009 during the Severn Valley Railway Diesel Gala. The locomotive is shown in action with fast passes, departures, and heavy diesel operations, highlighting its iconic sound and power. Additional railway stock identified includes classes 159, 172, 46, 59, and 35, though operators are not specified. The event took place on the Severn Valley Railway, with headcodes 2A32, 2B32, and 2B37 noted in the metadata.
The Severn Valley Railway hosted a vibrant day of diesel traction during its Spring Diesel Festival, featuring several notable locomotives. Class 56 No. 56049 made its debut after missing the opening day, while double-headed operations involving D9551 and D7018 provided vintage diesel sounds. Additional highlights included the arrival of Class 57 locomotives 57306 and 57604. The event captured a range of railway scenes including departures, run-bys, arrivals, and station activity, offering a comprehensive look at heritage diesel operations on the line.
The 10:15 service ran as scheduled with locomotive 7714, while the 10:55 service used 7802 Bradley Manor in place of 46045, which was unavailable due to technical issues. The footage highlights the return of steam traction on the line, with Great Western locomotives operating through the valley. Several locations along the Severn Valley Railway are featured, including Bridgnorth, Kidderminster, Wem, and Worcester Foregate Street.
This video features a collection of locomotive convoys from across the UK, showcasing multiple examples of trains operating in convoy formations. The footage includes various classes of locomotives, such as 172, 20, 37, 43, 45, and 46, captured at locations including Loughborough, Bescot Stadium, Chaddesden Sidings, and others. Some of the locomotives are shown working as light engines, while others are paired with stock. The video provides a compilation of these scenes, offering viewers a look at different railway operations and settings.
Train Spotting at Small Heath
Weston Train Spotter
Train Spotting at Small Heath
This video features train spotting at Small Heath, capturing services operated by Chiltern Railways and West Midlands Trains. The footage includes trains from the Class 172 and Class 196. While some details about specific stock units are noted, headcode information is not available in the current record.
A signal failure at Worcester Shrub Hill caused significant disruption across the West Midlands rail network, with trains diverted via the station and Kidderminster. One service, 1M00, passed a signal at danger in the Tunnel Junction area, leading to the closure of the diversion route and halting services between Cheltenham and Birmingham during the morning rush hour. The video captures the unusual traffic movements and operational challenges faced during this rare but impactful disruption.
This video features train spotting at Langley Green, capturing services operated by West Midlands Trains. The footage includes several Class 172 diesel multiple units, though specific operator details for individual trains are not provided. Additional locations mentioned include Langley and Rochdale, with the latter referenced as the subject of a future video. No headcodes are included in the metadata.
This video features train spotting at Rowley Regis, capturing services operated by West Midlands Trains. The footage includes multiple Class 172 diesel multiple units, identified by their unit numbers. The next video in the series is expected to focus on train spotting at Castleton. No headcodes are included in the metadata.
This video features two West Midlands Trains Class 172 diesel multiple units, numbered 172102 and 172337. The footage appears to capture these trains in operation, though specific locations or service details are not provided in the metadata. The record lacks information on headcodes or exact locations, so further details about the journey or route are not available.
This video features train spotting at Cradley Heath, capturing services operated by West Midlands Railway. The footage includes multiple Class 172 trains, identified by their headcodes, though specific headcode details are not provided in the metadata. Additional locations referenced include Moston and Tain, suggesting potential future filming locations. The record contains information on stock types and operators but lacks headcode data.
This video captures a train journey from Stratford-upon-Avon via Birmingham. It features multiple stock units, including classes 158, 172, and 31, with operators such as Blue Pullman, British Railways, Cross Country, EWS, GWR, and West Midlands Trains. The route includes locations like Lapworth, Solihull, Stratford-upon-Avon, Wick, and Worcester Foregate Street. While the specific headcode is not provided, the footage offers a view of train operations across these areas.
A Class 57 locomotive, numbered 57003, was seen operating on the Severn Valley Railway as part of service 5Z19 from Kidderminster to Eastleigh via Rowley Regis. The video also features several Class 172 diesel multiple units, though specific operators are not identified in the metadata. The footage captures the locomotive and trainset during their journey through locations including Crewe, Kidderminster, Rowley Regis, Eastleigh, and the Severn Valley Railway.
This video captures railway activity in the winter, featuring freight trains and a Chiltern Railway service. The footage includes scenes from Bentley Heath Level Crossing and Lapworth, with additional locations such as Dorridge, Birmingham Moor Street, London Marylebone, and others. Multiple train stock numbers are identified, along with operators including Freightliner, GBRF, and West Midlands Trains. Several headcodes are also present in the metadata.
This video captures footage of freight operations across several locations, including Bentley, Dorridge, and Water Orton. It features various stock items identified by labels such as 165025, 172102, and 310055, along with headcodes like 0M50 and 4M54. The operators involved include Cross Country, DB Schenker, EWS, Freightliner, GBRF, LNER, and West Midlands Trains. The content was filmed as part of a day spent with a friend documenting local freight activity.
This video explores the performance of West Midlands Trains, the current operator of the West Coast Mainline, since they took over in December 2017. It includes footage from various locations along the route, such as Birmingham New Street, Lichfield Trent Valley, Rugeley Town, and Wolverhampton. The video also features several train stock types identified in the metadata, including classes 139, 150, 153, 159, and 170. While no specific headcodes are listed, the content provides an overview of operations and service changes within the franchise.
This video features train spotting at Jewellery Quarter, capturing services operated by West Midlands Trains. The footage includes multiple Class 172 trains, identified by their stock numbers. Additional locations mentioned include Edge Hill and Lee. No headcodes are provided in the metadata.
Trains at Bordesley
The Transport Hub
Trains at Bordesley
This video features a variety of train classes including Class 168 and Class 172 units at Bordesley and Clayton West. The footage includes trains operated by Chiltern Railways, Cross Country, and West Midlands Trains. No headcodes are identified in the current record.
Trains at Small Heath
The Transport Hub
Trains at Small Heath
This video features a variety of trains at Small Heath and other locations, including Class 168 and Class 172 units. Operators represented in the footage include Chiltern Railways and West Midlands Trains. The record includes details about the stock and operators present but does not provide headcode information.
This video features Chiltern Railways Class 68 locomotives hauling 'Silver Sets' at locations including Marylebone, Banbury, and Birmingham Moor Street. The footage includes multiple Class 68 units, along with some Class 82 stock. Headcodes 1H41 and 1J49 are also noted in the metadata.
This video explores the history and recent challenges faced by Chiltern Railways, one of the UK's major passenger train operating companies. It discusses how the company has transitioned from being a top-performing operator to facing criticism from some passengers in a relatively short period. The content highlights efforts by Chiltern to recover and regain its reputation, while acknowledging the positive aspects of the company and its staff. Several locations associated with Chiltern Railways are mentioned, including Aylesbury Vale Parkway, Bicester Village, Birmingham Moor Street, and others. Train stock numbers from the 165 class are also identified in the video.
This video captures freight trains operating in the area around Bentley Heath Crossing and Dorridge Station. It includes various locomotives, including Class 172 and Class 66 units, as well as multiple Class 70s. Several operators are associated with the footage, including Chiltern Railways, Colas, Freightliner, GBRF, Network Rail, South Western Railway, and West Midlands Trains. The video also features trains passing through locations such as Bentley, Dorridge, Banbury, Bank, and Westbury. Headcodes present in the footage include 4H33, 4M55, 4M71, 6G99, and 6M40.
This video captures morning train services operated by West Midlands Trains in the Worcester area. It includes footage of trains traveling between locations such as Birmingham New Street, Great Malvern, Hereford, Whitlocks End, and Worcester Foregate Street. The headcodes featured are 1M56, 1V21, 2S16, and 2V00, with train stock numbers including 170501, 170516, 170533, 172002, 172004, and 172102.
This video features railway services operating in the West Midlands and Worcestershire regions. It includes trains associated with GWR and West Midlands Trains, with headcodes 1M57 and 1W11. The footage captures activity at stations such as Worcester Foregate Street, Birmingham New Street, Great Malvern, Hereford, and London Paddington. Stock numbers identified include 172007, 172102, and 802019.
This video shows a train service operated by West Midlands Trains, with the headcode 1V24. The journey appears to run between Birmingham New Street and Hereford. A locomotive with stock class 172 is visible. The footage captures scenes from Tunnel Junction in Worcester. No other specific details about the service or additional locations are provided in the metadata.
This video features two Class 172 diesel multiple units, numbered 172007 and 172102, operated by West Midlands Trains. The footage appears to show the train service traveling between Birmingham New Street and Hereford, with a headcode of 1V24. The route includes Tunnel Junction in Worcester, as indicated by the title. No further details about the journey or specific events are provided in the metadata.
This video shows a train service operated by West Midlands Trains, featuring rolling stock numbered 172102 and 172337. The journey appears to take place between Worcester Foregate Street and Dorridge, with the headcode 2C44 associated with the service. No further details about the route or specific events during the journey are provided in the metadata.
This video shows a train service operated by West Midlands Trains, featuring two Class 172 diesel multiple units with stock numbers 172102 and 172337. The route appears to be between Dorridge and Worcester Foregate Street. A headcode of 2V27 is visible. The footage captures the train in operation on this section of the network.
A train led by 47739 carries ex EMR HST power cars 43081, 43043, 43082, and 43064 through Worcestershire Parkway on service 5Z92. The video includes multiple railcars from the 43 and 47 classes, operated by GBRF and East Midlands Railway.
This video features railway stock including 172102, 60062, 60067, and 66105 at Worcestershire Parkway. The operator associated with the content is DB Schenker. No headcodes are identified in the metadata.
A video captures a train service operated by Locomotive Services Limited on 3 July 2021, featuring Class 47 locomotives numbered 47593 'Galloway Princess' and 47614 (47853). The footage shows the train departing Worcestershire Parkway as part of the 1Z45 service from Derby to Penzance. Other stock numbers identified include 172102 and 60046, though their operators are not specified in the metadata.
This video features multiple West Midlands Trains Class 172 diesel multiple units in Worcester on 23 March 2022. The footage includes six units, identified as 172102, 172216, 172334, 172336, 172342, and 172343. No specific locations or headcodes are provided in the metadata. The record includes details of the operator and rolling stock but lacks information on precise locations and train services.
This video shows a train journey between Hereford and Birmingham New Street, passing through Tunnel Junction near Worcester. The footage features two Class 172 diesel multiple units, numbered 172102 and 172220. No operator or headcode information is available in the metadata. The locations mentioned are Birmingham New Street and Hereford. The record contains limited details, with some key fields missing.
This video features trains operated by the GWR, including two Class 172 diesel multiple units with stock numbers 172102 and 172216. The footage appears to capture railway activity around Worcester, though specific locations are not detailed in the metadata. No headcodes or additional operators are identified in the available data.
This video captures railway activity at Princes Risborough in May 2017, featuring the final runs of a long-serving locomotive and several class 68 units. It also includes appearances by various newer rolling stock such as classes 165, 168, and 172, along with EWS unit 66027. The footage documents departures and arrivals on the Chilterns line, offering a glimpse into the diversity of train operations during that time.
The footage includes several Class 68 units, with one shot showing 68010 heading towards Oxford. The content provides a glimpse into the operations of these locomotives during an afternoon session, though specific headcodes are not included in the record.
A Class 172 diesel multiple unit couples with another Class 172 at Banbury. The footage shows the coupling process, which is part of forming a train service to London Marylebone. No operator or headcode information is provided in the record.
Several Class 165 and Class 168 diesel multiple units are visible, though no operator details are associated with the specific stock items listed. The footage also includes a mention of Marylebone as another location referenced in the metadata. No headcodes are provided for the trains shown.
This video captures the final days of Southern Region slam-door electric multiple units (EMUs) operating in South East Hampshire between 2005. It features Class 421 "4-CIG" and Class 423 "4-VEP" units, which were common on local lines in the area. The footage includes trains operated by British Railways, South West Trains, and Southern, with locations such as Brockenhurst, Havant, Emsworth, and Portsmouth Harbour appearing. The video documents the passing of these historic units, particularly highlighting the Seaside Slammer tour which included a 3-CIG unit from the Brockenhurst branch.