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43018
Class 43
Names carried:
The Red Cross
Videos featuring 43018
This video captures railway activity at Crewe and other locations, including Cowley Bridge Junction, Paddington, Plymouth, and Templecombe. It features a variety of train stock, such as classes 350 and 37, along with some class 43 units. Several operators are associated with the footage, including Avanti West Coast, BR - Sectors, British Railways, Colas, DB Schenker, Europhoenix, Freightliner, GBRF, Intercity, and London Northwestern Railway. No headcodes were identified in the metadata.
This video features a visit to the Crewe Heritage Centre, with footage of several railway locomotives and rolling stock. Network Rail DR98906 and DR98956 are visible, along with other stock including 43018, 43081, 70006, 87035, 90050, and 91120. The footage includes a train service identified as the 08:11 Kings Norton OTP Depot to Wigan LIP with headcode 3Z15. The video also provides an overview of the Crewe Heritage Centre and related railway operations.
This video features a variety of railway stock including classes 20, 31, 37, 390, and 43, along with headcodes 1A46 and 2O25. The footage is set in Crewe and Station A, with operators such as Avanti West Coast, Blue Pullman, and British Railways represented. The event appears to be related to the MIOG 2025 Crewe Heritage Centre O Gauge exhibition, showcasing model railway operations.
This video captures semaphore signals at Whittlesea, with a signalman noting their planned removal from the fens line by the end of March. The footage includes multiple stock items and features locations such as Doncaster, Felixstowe, Garston, and March. Several operators and headcodes are also associated with the content.
Additional footage shows Caerphilly Station on the same day. The content provides a nostalgic look at railway operations during the 1990s, highlighting various locomotive types in use at the time.
It features various train types, including HSTs, freight services, and passenger trains operated by locomotives and DMUs. The footage highlights the station's layout and views from a high bridge, offering a glimpse into railway activity at that time. Stock identified includes classes 165, 37, 43, and 47, with operators such as British Railways and Network South East noted. Locations include Reading, Paddington, and Hope.
This video features a variety of railway stock including classes 165, 170, 197, 220, 221, and 31, as well as 323. Operators such as Avanti West Coast, British Railways, Chiltern Railways, DB Schenker, GWR, and Virgin Trains are represented. The footage includes locations such as Didcot Parkway, Cheddington, Crewe, Ely, Hope, Milton Keynes Central, Oxford, Paddington, Wigan North Western, and York. No headcodes were identified in the metadata.
This video features a variety of railway stock including classes 43, 66, and 87, with labels such as 43018, 43081, 43091, and 66122. It includes references to operators like Blue Pullman, British Railways, DB Schenker, Direct Rail Services (DRS), Freightliner, Intercity, Scot Rail, and Virgin Trains. The footage appears to be shot at locations including Crewe, Durham, and Fleet. No headcodes are identified in the metadata.
A visit to the Crewe Heritage Centre in October 2022 features a range of railway exhibits and passing trains captured from the viewing platform outside the old Crewe North signal box. Trains observed include classes 150, 153, 319, 350, and 390 operated by Avanti, London & North Western Railway, Northern, and Transport for Wales, along with Freightliner Class 66 freight locomotives. Inside the Centre, historic stock such as classes 37, 86, 91, Inter-City 125, and APT are displayed, including cab views of the APT and HST power car W43108, alongside carriage interiors of the APT.
This video features a visit to the Crewe heritage centre, showcasing various railway stock including classes 331, 350, and 390. The footage includes locomotives and rolling stock associated with operators such as Avanti West Coast, British Railways, Chiltern Railways, Colas, Direct Rail Services, London Northwestern Railway, Northern, Southeastern, and Transpennine. Locations mentioned include Crewe, Alstom, Angel, Bryn, Liverpool Lime Street, and Oxford. The video provides a visual record of the heritage centre and its railway exhibits.
This video features a visit to the Crewe Heritage Centre, showcasing locomotive displays, signaling demonstrations, and model railway exhibits. The footage includes several historic locomotives on display, including examples from classes 37, 380, 390, 43, and 86. The centre, located in Crewe, England, is a railway museum managed by the Crewe Heritage Trust and features exhibits related to the London, Midland and Scottish Railway. The video highlights the variety of railway heritage on display and mentions the friendly atmosphere for visitors of all ages.
This video captures a visit to the Crewe Heritage Centre in March 2022, featuring several historic rail vehicles. It includes Ex GWR 43018, Freightliner Powerhaul 86622, and Virgin 87035, along with a Manchester Metrolink T-68 Tram. The footage highlights the centre's exhibits and new additions since pre-COVID times. Locations mentioned include Crewe, Altrincham, Hope, and Piccadilly. Operators associated with the vehicles include British Railways, Freightliner, GWR, Intercity, and Virgin Trains.
This video explores the preservation efforts of British Rail Class 43 HST powercar 43018 at the Crewe Heritage Centre. It features interviews with Brian Porter and James Mather, discussing the ongoing restoration work to return the locomotive to its original condition and future plans for the unit. The footage highlights the significance of 43018 as an icon of high-speed rail travel in Britain. Other railway stock mentioned includes several Class 43 HST powercars and a range of other locomotives, though operators and headcodes are not specified in the metadata.
This video captures scenes from a 150th anniversary open day at Crewe in August 1996. It shows the arrival of guest diesel locomotives, including some being transported by an 08 class locomotive. The footage includes stock positioning on the traverser, a walk around the yard, and the arrival of steam exhibits and withdrawn railcars. Some damaged High Speed Train cabs are also visible, along with locomotives on the adjacent mainline. The event is noted as something that would not happen again.
This video features a compilation of Class 142, 143, and 144 Pacers trains filmed over several years in various locations including Bristol, South Wales, Devon, Crewe, Wigan, Doncaster, Exmouth, Lincoln, Paignton, Scunthorpe, Severn Tunnel Junction, Sheffield, and Treherbert. The footage includes multiple units with labels such as 142016, 142035, 142069, 142074, 142079, 142085, 142086, 142088, 142091, and 143603. Operators associated with the footage include British Railways, Cross
This video features a compilation of various HST liveries captured over several years from locations across the country. It includes footage of multiple stock types, such as classes 156, 334, 41, and 43, though specific operators are not identified in the metadata. The content showcases different railway environments, with locations including Leicester, Plymouth, Sunderland, Taunton, Truro, and University. While some operational details may be limited, the compilation offers a visual overview of HST liveries from various regions.
This video captures scenes from Harringay Train Station in May 2019. It features a variety of train stock, including classes 180 and 313, though operators are not specified for these units. The footage includes multiple trains passing through the station, with no headcodes identified in the metadata.
A video shows GWR 43018 and Inter City 43185 passing Kings Norton station on a service operating between Laira and Ely. The train is identified with headcode 5L46. The footage captures the movement of these Class 43 diesel multiple units during their journey.
A video captures the movement of two 43-class locomotives, 43018 and 43185, passing through Manea en route to Ely for storage. The footage includes the headcode 5L46. The operators associated with these locomotives are noted as GWR and Intercity. No further details about the journey or additional context are provided in the metadata.
A video shows two Class 43 diesel multiple units, numbered 43018 and 43185, passing a location referred to as Dawish Warren. The footage includes audio mentioning the units, though no specific operator or route is identified in the metadata. The record lacks details on exact locations or headcodes.
This video captures rail activity in the Kintbury area, featuring various trains and HSTs. Stock numbers include 165106, 43018, 43071, 43072, 43154, 43156, 43163, 43180, and 43196. Headcodes observed are 6C58, 6L21, and 6V18. Locations mentioned include Kintbury, Oxford, and Stone. Operators associated with the footage include DB Schenker, EWS, First Great Western, GWR, and Intercity.
This video features railway footage captured in February 2019, with a significant focus on the Water Orton section. Additional locations include Botanic, Crewe, Leeds, Nottingham, Oxford, Tinsley Yard, and Westbury. Various stock items, operators such as DB Schenker, Europhoenix, EWS, Freightliner, GBRF, Greater Anglia, Rail Operations Group, and West Midlands Trains, along with several headcodes, are identified in the metadata. The content provides a glimpse into railway operations during that time.
Mike Wilcock. Rails in Wales.
Newport, Bristol Temple Meads/Parkway, Exeter St.Davids/Central and Bridgend.
This video features a journey from Newport to Bristol Temple Meads, Exeter St. Davids, and Bridgend, with stops at Bristol Parkway. The footage includes trains operated by various companies such as Cross Country, First Great Western, GWR, Midland Mainline, and Freightliner. Stock types present include Class 143, 153, and 43 units. The video captures scenes of train movements and stabling points at Bristol Parkway, along with images taken during a trip to Exeter Central for a celebratory lunch with fellow pensioners.
A video featuring HST 43093 in OOC Legends Livery at BTM is presented. The footage includes another HST, 43018, and shows the University location. No operator or headcode details are provided in the metadata.
BOBP Railway Videos / 125 Heritage
GWR Class 43 HSTs at Didcot Parkway and Goring and Streatley 8/7/17
This video captures GWR Class 43 HSTs at Didcot Parkway and Goring & Streatley, with additional footage from Plymouth. Multiple units are shown, including 43015, 43018, 43033, 43036, 43083, 43093, 43125, 43128, 43129, and 43141. The footage includes various operators such as GWR, First Great Western, and South Western Railway. The record lacks headcode information but provides details on the stock, locations, and operators featured in the video.
This video features railway stock and operations in Warwickshire and Torquay. It includes footage of several locomotives, including classes 43, 47, and 66, as well as glimpses of trains at Torquay, Kingswear, and Paignton stations. Operators such as DB Schenker, EWS, First Great Western, and GBRF are associated with the content. Headcodes 1Z11, 1Z15, and 5C22 appear in the metadata. The footage appears to capture a mix of local activity and travel to Torquay prior to an event.
This video provides a historical look at Crewe Works and the old yards, capturing locomotive movements from August 1996. It includes footage of several British Railways-era locomotives, including classes 150, 43, and 47. The locations featured include Crewe and Par. A headcode of 1E21 is noted in the metadata. The content offers a glimpse into railway operations during this period, with further parts planned to cover activities at the station.