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40199
Class 40
Videos featuring 40199
This video explores the British Rail Class 40 diesel-electric locomotive, often referred to as "Whistlers" due to their distinctive turbocharger noise. Built between 1958 and 1962 by English Electric, a total of 200 units were produced for use on passenger and freight services. The footage features several Class 40 locomotives including D200, D213, D345, and D399. While the video provides historical context about the class, specific locations or operators associated with the footage are not detailed in the metadata.
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A Class 40 diesel locomotive, numbered 40013, is shown arriving and departing Wigan North Western on a railtour. The locomotive, previously named 'Andania', was part of the Whistling Highlander InterCity Railtour heading from Inverness to Crewe. Another locomotive, number 47805, is also present. The video captures the train's movement and includes commentary about the Class 40's historical significance. Other locations mentioned include Crewe, Inverness, and Fleet.
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D399
A video shows a train arriving at Small Heath Station and waiting at the signal to proceed. The locomotive involved is identified as 66107, with additional stock reference 40199 noted in the metadata. The operator associated with the footage is EWS. No headcode information is available in the record.