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47811
Class 47
Videos featuring 47811
This video explores the history and decline of the Class 47 locomotive in the 21st century, featuring various examples in service across different operators and locations. It includes footage of Class 47s working on freight and mail services, with appearances at sites such as Carlisle, Leamington Spa, and Exeter St Thomas. Operators featured include Freightliner, Direct Rail Services, EWS, and others. The video provides an informative look at the role of these locomotives in railway operations during this period.
A train journey is shown on the Medway Valley Line, travelling between Strood and Paddock Wood and returning. The video features a Class 375 electric multiple unit, identified as 375306, with a thermal imaging camera attached. Other rolling stock includes a Class 47 diesel locomotive, numbered 47811. The route passes through several locations including East Farleigh, Faversham, Hope, and Strood. The headcode 5Z22 is mentioned in the video.
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.
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This video explores the history and legacy of the British Rail Class 47, a key diesel locomotive in UK railway history. It covers its design, technical features, various liveries, sub-classes, and continued use on heritage lines. The footage includes examples of Class 47 locomotives with labels such as 31109, 31121, and others, operating under operators like British Railways and Intercity. Locations featured include Birmingham New Street, Banbury, Bangor, and several other stations across the UK. Headcodes such as 1F16, 1M09, and 6F30 are also noted in the metadata.
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This video features a variety of railway stock, including classes 143, 31, 37, 47, 55, and 58, with associated numbers such as 143622, 31418, 37003, 37199, 37884, 47656, 55022, 56079, 56105, and 58024. The operators associated with the content include BR - Sectors, British Railways, DB Schenker, East Midlands Railway, Intercity, LNER, Network Rail, and Rail Operations Group. However, specific locations and headcodes are not provided in the metadata.
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Mike Wilcock. Rails in Wales.
Rails in Wales. Tour of Landore HST Depot 2004. Inside cabs and power car moves
This video provides a tour of the Landore HST Depot in Swansea from 2004, featuring insights into depot operations and an inside look at train cabs and engine rooms. It also includes footage of power cars being moved to and from the depot at various locations, including Pontyclun. The footage highlights historical railway infrastructure, such as the now-removed footbridge at Canton. The video showcases several rail stock units, though operators and headcodes are not specified in the metadata.
This video features a compilation of Class 47 diesel locomotives, including units numbered 47593, 47712, 47727, 47749, 47811, 47812, 47815, 47816, 47830, and 47841. The footage was filmed over several years and includes scenes from locations such as Severn Tunnel Junction and Truro. Various operators associated with these locomotives are listed, including British Railways, Freightliner, Intercity, Rail Operations Group, Scot Rail, Transpennine, and West Coast Railways. No headcodes were identified in the metadata.
This video captures railway scenes featuring locomotives D1015, 47811, and 67021 at various locations including Bristol Temple Meads, Hampton, Hampton Loade, Highley, and the Severn Valley Railway. The footage includes a double-headed operation with D1015 and 47774 on the TPO, as well as a clip of D1015 at a recent SVR Gala in blue livery. The content reflects historical and current railway operations, highlighting different locomotives and locations associated with British rail heritage.
This video captures railway scenes from 2002, featuring locomotives including Class 47 units 47811, 47813, and 50021, as well as Class 58 unit 58021. It includes locations such as Penzance, Birmingham New Street, Hither Green, and others along the route. The footage appears to document a journey involving historical railway operations, with one headcode identified as 1Z58. Some details about operators are not available in the current record.
This video features a collection of railway footage primarily from the West Midlands, with some scenes captured from other parts of the network. It includes various locomotive classes such as 168, 37, and 47, along with several headcodes and locations including Bordesley, Coleshill Parkway, Northampton, and others. Multiple operators are represented in the footage, offering a diverse range of railway activity captured during the month of June.
The event saw significant crowds and some challenges with crowd management in the sheds. Locomotives present include classes 142, 20, 37, 43, and 47, though specific operators are not identified in the metadata. The footage provides a glimpse into the event's atmosphere and the range of historic rail stock on display.
The footage includes railtours and freight services passing through, with an emphasis on the well-organised presentation of different stock types. Several locomotives and rolling stock are identified, though operators are not specifically mentioned in the metadata. The event took place despite heavy rain, highlighting the efforts made to showcase the railway's exhibits and special visitors.
It includes various locomotives such as classes 20, 37, 43, 47, 50, and 55, though specific operators are not identified in the footage. The event took place at Crewe and Bounds Green, with one headcode noted as 8H22. The day was described as wet but enjoyable and held for charitable purposes.
A video capturing a charity event at Crewe featuring a variety of railway locomotives. The footage includes several diesel and steam engines, with notable stock numbers such as 142001, 20189, 20205, and 319433. The event took place on a wet day and included locos from various operators including British Railways, Colas, DB Schenker, Direct Rail Services (DRS), East Midlands Railway, Freightliner, GBRF, and Network Rail. Additional locations mentioned include Doncaster and Templecombe.
This video features railway footage recorded in August 2018, showcasing various locomotives and locations across the UK network. Identified stock includes classes 20, 323, and 43, along with several headcodes such as 4M26 and 6V46. The locations captured include Carnforth, Eastleigh, Felixstowe, Mountsorrel, Nottingham, Sheffield, Shrewsbury, Stansted Airport, and Stratford. Multiple operators are associated with the footage, including British Railways, Colas, East Midlands Railway, First Great Western, Freightliner, GBRF, Greater Anglia, GWR, Virgin Trains, and West Midlands Trains.
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This video provides a tour of the Landore HST Depot, featuring several Class 43 power cars including 43071, 43091, 43133, 43135, 43142, and 43162. The footage includes a walk-through of the depot area and an explanation of the cab by engineers. The audio captures the sounds of running power cars inside the facility. Some locations mentioned include Alstom, Alston, Fleet, and Swansea. No operators or headcodes are specifically identified in the metadata.
It features a variety of locomotives including 33035, D9551, 47828, 45041, 20205, 20189, 50007, 33108, D1062, 45060, 66771, 50008, and 88003. The event took place at locations including the Severn Valley Railway, Kidderminster, and Kidderminster Town. Headcodes 1E20 and 1E21 are also noted in the record.
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This video captures footage from Devon and Cornwall during a two-day journey. It features locomotives including British Rail Class 47 units numbered 47811 and 47812, as well as a British Rail Class 67 unit numbered 67005. The operators involved are EWS, Rail Express Systems, and Virgin Trains. The locations shown include Penzance and Plymouth. No headcodes were identified in the metadata.
A video captures a train departing from Harrogate on the 1Z33 service heading towards Leeds. The footage features locomotive 47810, with another unit, 47811, also present. The operator involved is Direct Rail Services (DRS). Additional locations mentioned include Par and Victoria.
This video shows two Class 47 diesel locomotives, numbered 47828 and 47841, stationed at Norwich. The footage appears to capture these units operating on a service between Norwich and Great Yarmouth, possibly substituting for a diesel multiple unit (DMU). Additional Class 47 locomotives, including 47811, 47826, and 82107, are also identified in the metadata. The operators associated with the video include Direct Rail Services, Greater Anglia, and Network South East, though no specific operator is confirmed for the locomotives shown.
A video captures the arrival of a historic Western locomotive at Bristol Temple Meads in February 2002. The footage was recorded during a change of plans while filming another train service. The scene includes the station lights and features locomotives 47811 and D1015. The recording provides a nostalgic view of railway operations from over a decade ago.
This video provides a guided tour of the HST depot in Swansea, offering views inside power cars and details of the shed layout. Several British Rail Class 43 and Class 47 locomotives are visible, though no operator information is associated with them. The footage also includes scenes from Fleet. The record contains stock, operator, and location data but lacks headcode information.