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47526
Class 47
Videos featuring 47526
This video captures railway operations at Banbury station between 1987 and 1990, showcasing a variety of passenger and freight movements during the final years of British Rail. It features Class 47 locomotives, as well as other diesel units including DMUs and Class 50s, reflecting the transitional nature of the era. The footage includes station activity, passing trains, and scenes that highlight the atmosphere of a bygone time on Britain’s railways.
This video explores the history of the British Rail Class 58, a modular diesel locomotive designed in the 1980s for freight haulage. It covers its origins, engineering innovations, and service at Toton Depot before its decline due to coal reduction and privatization. The documentary also highlights its later use in Spain, France, and the Netherlands, as well as preservation efforts. Key locations include Birmingham New Street, Chesterfield, Doncaster, and Wolverhampton, with headcodes such as 1E31 and 1M07 identified. Operators associated with the locomotives include British Railways and Blue Pullman.
This video features railway stock including locomotives 47526 (class 47), 56084 (class 56), 66040 (class 66), and 66789 (class 66). It includes footage from locations such as Spalding, Alstom, Buxton, Carlton, Derby, Litchurch Lane Works, Milford, Shildon, and Shoreham. Operators associated with the content include BR - Sectors, British Railways, EWS, Freightliner, and Intercity. The record lacks headcode information.
Soi Buakhao
British Rail Network SouthEast 1992-Reading & Newbury Classes 37, 47, InterCity 125 & DMU
This video captures railway activity in May 1992 at Reading and Newbury, featuring various locomotives and rolling stock. It includes Network South East expresses hauled by class 47 diesel-electric locomotives, a Valenta-powered InterCity 125 HST, a class 37 light engine, and a hybrid DMU set with bubble car 55022 coupled to class 117 units. The footage provides a glimpse into the diverse train operations of that era.
This video showcases various Class 47 locomotives, sometimes referred to as 'Duffs', operating in and around Oxford during the early 1990s. These locomotives were commonly used after the retirement of the Class 50s and operated under different liveries, including large-logo and cross-country schemes. The footage highlights their presence in service during this period, though specific operators and headcodes are not detailed in the metadata.
brunelheritage
ALL THE LAYOUTS at the FIRST EVER, BRAND NEW PLYMOUTH MODEL RAILWAY SHOW! | 02.03.2025
A public event showcasing model railway layouts took place at St Boniface’s Catholic College in Plymouth. The first-ever Plymouth Model Railway Show featured over 13 layouts from various exhibitors, including scenes depicting modern traction, china clay yards, a Himalayan setting, and a ride-on train from the Plym Valley Railway. The event attracted a large audience, indicating strong community interest in model railways. No specific stock numbers, operators, or headcodes were identified in the footage.
brunelheritage
COVERAGE of the THE NATIONAL FESTIVAL OF RAILWAY MODELLING 2024 at the BIRMINGHAM NEC! | 24.11.2024
The event featured numerous model railway layouts, trade stalls, merchandise, and interactive exhibits. Various railway operators, stock types, and locations are represented in the metadata, reflecting the extensive range of exhibitors and themes present at the festival.
This video captures railway scenes from May 1992, featuring Network SouthEast, Inter-City, and Freight services operating in the Reading and Banbury areas. Locomotives seen include classes 33, 37, 47, and a class 207 DEMU. Specific locomotives identified are 37 264, 47 526, and 47 816. The footage includes a shot of 47 526 at Banbury. The record includes details on the operators involved and locations but lacks headcode information.
A railtour operated by a Class 56 locomotive and a Network South East liveried Class 33 is also shown. British Railways and Network South East are identified as operators in the footage. The content provides a visual record of railway activity during a special event.
It features a farewell service for loco-hauled passenger trains, showcasing classic locomotives such as Class 33, 47, and 50, including 33002, 33102, 47526, 47701, 50007, 50050 (D400), and 60033. The footage was filmed at several locations along the route, including Tisbury, Gillingham in Dorset, Andover, Basingstoke, and Waterloo.
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British Rail Network SouthEast 1992-London Paddington with Class 47, InterCity 125 HST & DMU's
This video captures railway activity at London Paddington in March 1992, featuring Network South East and Inter-City services operated by Class 47 diesel locomotives, Inter-City 125 HSTs, and various DMU units. The footage includes a range of Class 47 liveries such as NSE, BR Blue, Inter-City, and Dutch grey & yellow. Other locations mentioned include Derby and Paddington. The record includes details on the types of rolling stock and operators involved but does not provide headcode information.
This video captures scenes from Basingstoke Station in September 1990, showcasing historical railway stock and the station environment. It includes footage from the multi-storey car park and near the signal box, highlighting various locomotive classes such as 37, 47, and 50. The content provides a nostalgic look at British Railways during the early 1990s, with an emphasis on preserved traction types and station operations.
This video captures railway activity at Banbury in May 1992, featuring a variety of locomotives and rolling stock. It includes footage of a Class 47 locomotive, a Class 165 unit, and other trains operating on Network South East services. The scene shows signal boxes and semaphore signalling still in use, with operations involving freight, parcels, and passenger services. Additional locomotives such as a Class 58 and Inter-City 125 HST are also present. The video highlights the diversity of train types and operations during this period.
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British Rail 1992-Network SouthEast+Trainload Freight at Acton Main Line with Class 37/47/60/HST/DMU
This video captures railway scenes from Acton Main Line in early 1992, featuring a variety of locomotives and rolling stock. It includes British Rail Class 37, 47, and 60 locomotives working on freight services, as well as HSTs and DMUs on passenger services. The footage highlights the presence of Network South East and Intercity operations, with specific attention to a green Class 47 locomotive on an engineers' working. The record includes details about stock types and operators but lacks headcode information.
This video captures scenes from Old Oak Common Depot in January 1993, showcasing withdrawn Class 47 diesel locomotives stored there, including units such as 47105, 47526, and 47851. It also features views of locomotives using the turntable and those stabled around it. The footage includes references to locations like Newbury, Oxford, and Stratford, with operators associated with British Railways and Network South East. Much of what is shown has since been demolished, though the depot remains in use for Crossrail operations.