31450

This video explores the history of the British Rail Class 31 locomotive through a compilation of three programmes, covering its service from 1969 to 2008. It features various examples of the class in different liveries and locations across the UK, including East Anglia, Colchester, Leicester, Reading, and Guide Bridge. The footage includes scenes of the locomotives on freight and passenger services, such as postal work, snow plough duties, and the famous north-west 'Club Trains'. Specific units mentioned include 31001, 31017, 31101, and 31113, with references to operators like British Railways and Freightliner.

A video captures Soviet-era locomotive-hauled passenger trains operating in Georgia, featuring VL10/11 class locomotives. These trains provide local services between Khashuri and Zestafoni and are among the oldest remaining in the country. The footage includes scenes from locations such as Kharagauli, Marelisi, and Didvake. The experience includes a brief encounter with a driver who shouted at the videographer, creating a moment of surprise. The video highlights the unique character of these historic trains, though specific operational details are limited in the metadata.

This video captures scenes from Birmingham New Street during a busy summer Saturday in the late 1980s. It shows a variety of classic British Rail locomotives, including Class 31 and 50 units, arriving and departing the station. The footage includes holiday specials, InterCity services, and regional trains, offering a glimpse into the operations of one of Britain’s major rail hubs during the British Rail era. The video draws from the Roy Bowden collection and is shared under a Creative Commons licence.

A video captures Class 31 locomotives operating on the Marston Vale line between Bletchley and Bedford during the late 20th century. These loco-hauled trains were temporarily reintroduced by Silverlink as a stopgap measure before the arrival of new DMUs, delighting railway enthusiasts. The footage shows the locomotives working with passenger coaches, highlighting their presence on this branch line. Locations featured include Bletchley, Bedford, and Kempston Hardwick. Specific stock numbers identified in the video include 31450, 31460, 31468, and 31601.

This video captures railway activity at Derby in March 1992, featuring a range of British Rail stock. Class 47 diesel-electric locomotives are prominent on inter-city, freight, and parcels services, with a class 31 also seen on a parcels working. A class 37 is visible on freight lines, while a class 58 appears on an MGR service. Additional traction includes a first-generation DMU and light engine moves. The footage highlights the variety of locomotives operating during this period at the station and surrounding areas.

This video captures railway activity at Welwyn Garden City in April 1992, during a period of engineering works. A British Rail blue Class 31 locomotive and a Parcel livery Class 47 arrive to assist with running round a parcels train. The footage also shows an Inter-City Class 47-hauled charter train passing by. The operators involved include British Railways, Intercity, and Rail Express Systems. No headcodes are provided in the record.

This video captures railway scenes from February 1992 in Lancaster, Morecambe, and Carnforth. It includes footage of loco-hauled services, trackbeds near Lancaster Green Ayre Station, Carlisle Bridge over the River Lune, and Scale Hall Station area. The video also shows a train departing Morecambe Promenade Station for Heysham Power Station and locomotives in Carnforth yard. Several British Railways diesel locomotives are featured, including classes 31, 60, 86, and 87.

A video captures British Rail InterCity services operating in July 1995, featuring a pair of Class 31 locomotives, numbered 31450 and 31467, working on a seasonal return service from Birmingham New Street to Ramsgate. The footage shows the train running through its route during the summer months, with additional locomotive types including D9000 also noted in the context of similar services. The video provides a historical record of railway operations during this period, offering insight into the workings of British Rail at the time.

This video provides a walkaround of Crewe Diesel Depot from 1996, featuring a variety of locomotives. The footage includes several diesel engines such as classes 31 and 47, with specific examples like 31421, 31450, 37425, and 47769. The operators associated with the depot include British Railways, DB Schenker, and Freightliner. The video captures a historical perspective of the depot and its locomotive stock during that time.