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50045
Class 50
Names carried:
Achilles
Videos featuring 50045
This video features enhanced footage of Class 50 locomotives at Salisbury during the early 1990s, before they were removed from the route. The recordings capture the growing interest in railway heritage during that period, with enthusiasts gathering to observe the locomotives. The footage was originally captured using a Panasonc MS1 SVHS and Canon EX1 Hi8 Camcorder and has since been remastered using Topaz Video diffusion enhancement models. The video also mentions additional content related to Class 50s and British Rail in the 1990s, available through linked playlists.
This video features a variety of railway stock captured at locations including Carlisle, Lake, Lancaster, and The Lakes. Trains identified include classes 156, 158, 390, 397, 50, 60, and 66, though operators are not specified in the metadata. The footage provides a visual record of train activity in these areas without specific headcode information available.
This video features a model railway compilation capturing scenes between April and June 2026. It includes locomotives labeled 50045 and 50046, both classified as type 50. The operators mentioned include BR - Sectors, British Railways, and Intercity. The footage appears to be set at Station A. While some details about the railway context are present, specific headcodes are not included in the record.
This video features model railway operations at Crewe, showcasing a variety of locomotives including classes 37 and 50. The footage includes stock numbered 37521, 50015, 50018, 50045, and 50049. Several operators are mentioned, such as Blue Pullman, British Railways, Colas, Freightliner, GBRF, and Rail Express Systems. The content appears to be part of a model rail event, likely associated with the Coppenhall Club in Crewe. No headcodes were identified in the metadata.
This video captures heritage locomotives and railtours at several locations including Wilmcote, Cholsey, Hatton, Sutton, and Ware. The footage features a variety of stock including classes 20, 31, 50, 56, and 66, though operators are not specified for these units. The record includes multiple locations but no headcodes were identified in the metadata.
This video features train spotting at Micheldever, capturing services operated by South Western Railway and Cross Country. The footage includes multiple trains of Class 444 and Class 450. While specific headcodes are not provided in the metadata, the video offers a view of various rolling stock and railway operations at this location.
This video explores the history and operations of British Railways' Class 50 locomotives through a collection of archival footage spanning from 1973 to 1993. It features various locomotives, including 50001, 50002, 50003, and others, at locations such as Paddington, Exeter Central, Newton Abbot, and Pangbourne. The content highlights different eras and liveries of the Class 50s, including early operations, re-furbishments, and sectorisation periods. The video also includes scenes from railtours and freight services, offering a nostalgic look at these locomotives in action across various routes.
Tagged as
D445
This video features footage of BR Class 50 locomotives during the pre-digital era, from the mid-1980s to the turn of the millennium. The locomotives were originally built at Vulcan Foundry in Newton-le-Willows and operated on express services between London and Glasgow before being reassigned to Western Region routes, including services between Paddington and Exeter, Plymouth, Paignton, and Penzance. They also appeared on South Wales passenger and postal trains. The footage includes multiple Class 50 locomotives, though specific operators are not detailed in the metadata.
A video captures three freight trains stopping at Watford Junction on the West Coast Main Line. The first train is GBRf 66713, operating service 4M24 between London Gateway and East Midlands Gateway. Next is DB 66134, part of service 4L56 running from Trafford Park Euro Terminal to London Gateway Port. Finally, a pair of freight trains, 90039 and 90045, are seen on service 4L42 between Trafford Park FLT and London Gateway Port. The footage includes details about the locations involved and the respective train services.
A video shows locomotive 37800 towing train 465908 near Barrow Upon Soar. Other rolling stock visible includes 465904, 50045, 60045, and 60046. The footage features multiple rail vehicles, though specific operators or locations are not identified in the metadata. No headcodes are listed, and location details are missing from the record.
It features various train types, including SWR Desiros (444/450), DMU 159, and EMU 455s. The footage highlights the station’s architecture, including its glass canopy and modern concourse, as well as its facilities such as cafes and retail outlets. Trains are shown operating on platforms, with some using historic Eurostar platforms. The video provides a view of the busy rail environment at one of London's major stations.
Filmed at Needham Market Station and Darmsden Crossing (Baylham), it includes footage of multiple trains, including units numbered 37901, 50045, 66711, 66716, 66723, 66755, and 805007. Operators such as DB Schenker, GBRF, Greater Anglia, Intercity, and Scot Rail are mentioned in the metadata.
This video captures steam locomotives and trains at various locations, including Stourbridge Junction, Tyseley, Cradley Heath, and Kidderminster. It features 47773, 50049, 50007, and others on different services, such as the 1Z68 from Stratford On Avon to Worcester and the 0Z70 from Burton OT Whetmore Sidings to Kidderminster SVR. The footage includes scenes of trains passing through several stations and areas along the route.
This video shows eight Class 50 locomotives at Laira depot and a nearby scrap line, captured from a moving train in 1991. The footage, slowed down for clarity, highlights the state of these locomotives as they awaited their fate. The operators associated with the stock are listed as British Railways, and the location mentioned is Fleet. No headcodes were identified in the metadata.
This video features a collection of short visits to various locations across England in 1990, capturing scenes from Salisbury, Yeovil Junction, Worting Junction, Farnborough Main, and the WCML in the Lune Gorge. It includes footage of multiple locomotive classes operating during the British Railways era, with stock identified including classes 50 and 73. The video provides a nostalgic look at railway operations from the early 1990s, highlighting different locations and traction types from that period.
This video features locomotives 50043, 50045, and 50049 on the Severn Valley Railway. The footage was captured at various locations including Hampton Loade. No headcodes are identified in the current record.
It features Class 50, 47, 73, and 33 diesel-electric units operating on various routes including services to Salisbury, Exeter, Weymouth, Reading, and Portsmouth. The footage includes freight and passenger operations, with mention of a UP train passing by. The video provides a nostalgic look at railway operations during this period, highlighting the different classes of rolling stock in use at the time.
This video shows GBRf Class 50 diesel locomotives 50007 and 50049 at Bristol Temple Meads station. Additional Class 50 units, including 50034, are also visible. The footage was recorded at the station on the Great Western Main Line. No headcodes are mentioned in the metadata.
This video captures scenes from the Severn Valley Railway's Diesel Gala event held at Highley. It features various diesel locomotives, including classes 31, 50, and 60, though specific operators are not identified in the metadata. The event took place on a gala day with local train services running, offering a glimpse into the activities typical of such occasions. Additional locations mentioned include Par, though further details about the specific trains or services are limited in the current record.
This video captures footage from the Severn Valley Railway's Autumn Diesel Bash in 2022, featuring a variety of diesel locomotives including classes 20, 31, 37, 40, and 50. The event includes depot tours and operations on iconic diesel locos. Locations featured include Severn Valley Railway, Hope, Kidderminster, Kidderminster Town, and Slough. Headcodes identified in the footage are 1M50 and 1X01.
This video features a train journey involving multiple locomotives, including 50007 and 50049, operated by GBRf. The route includes locations such as Paignton, Birmingham New Street, Bristol Temple Meads, and Exeter St Davids. Several headcodes are present, indicating different services running along the route. The footage captures a day trip with a focus on railway operations, highlighting various stock units and stations along the journey.
This video features Trenitalia D443 and D445 electric multiple units operating in and around Florence, Italy. The footage was recorded on May 17, 2022, and includes scenes from Firenze SNM, Firenze Rifredi, Montelupo-Capraia, and Sieci. The content provides a visual record of these trains during their service in the region. Some operational details are not included in the metadata, but the video offers insight into the appearance and movement of these units in a real-world setting.
Tagged as
D445
A video shows TrenItalia D445 1100 departing from Firenze Campo Di Marte station, heading towards Siena. The footage was recorded on May 16, 2022. While the train type is identified, details about the operator, specific locations beyond the departure point, and headcode information are not available in the metadata. The recording provides a glimpse of the locomotive in operation but lacks additional contextual data.
Tagged as
D445
A video featuring the Bulleid West Country 34027 'Taw Valley' in a special purple livery, commemorating the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, is shown on display at the Severn Valley Railway. The footage also includes other locomotives and stock such as GBRf liveried 50049 'Defiance', BR Class 17 D8568, and various British Rail/GBRf Class 50 units. Additional scenes capture events at Highley, Bridgnorth, and Bank, with the railway preparing for its Spring Steam Gala.
This video captures footage of Bridgwater Flasks in November 2021, featuring a variety of rail stock including classes 50, 58, and 60. The operators involved are DC Rail and Direct Rail Services (DRS). The footage was filmed in Bridgwater. No headcodes were identified in the metadata.
Several freight locomotives and headcodes are visible, including models from classes 50 and 66, operated by companies such as DB Schenker, Freightliner, GBRF, GWR, and South Western Railway. The footage includes locations such as Trimley, Felixstowe, Crewe, Leeds, and Northampton.
This video features a number of Class 50 diesel locomotives, including 50035, 50007, and 50049, along with D8568, operating on the Severn Valley Railway during a Spring Diesel Bash event. The footage was filmed from Train 1, which included several Class 50 locomotives and others. The locations shown include the Severn Valley Railway and Northwood Halt. No headcodes are recorded in the metadata for this video.
This video features multiple British Rail Class 50 locomotives, including 50033, 50035, 50007, 50049, and 50044, at the Severn Valley Railway. The footage includes scenes from Kidderminster and Kidderminster Town. Headcodes 1M58 and 1T08 are noted in the metadata. The locomotives are associated with British Railways and GBRF operators.
This video features multiple Class 50 locomotives operating on the Severn Valley Railway. The footage includes several locos, including 50007, 50014, 50033, 50035, 50045, and 50049. The recording took place during a day of filming with assistance from a companion, capturing various shots at different locations along the railway. While no specific operators are identified in the footage, associated operators include British Railways, East Midlands Railway, and GBRF. The video provides a visual record of these historic locomotives in action on the Severn Valley Railway.
This video features several British Rail Class 50 locomotives, including 50007, 50033, 50035, and 50049, operating on the Severn Valley Railway. The footage is associated with the Pioneer service, with mentions of approximately 96+ miles of Class 50 haulage. Additional locomotives such as 50038, 50039, 50045, 50048, and 60035 are also noted in the metadata. The locations include Severn Valley Railway, Bewdley, and Kidderminster. Operators referenced include British Railways, GBRF, and Northern.
This video features a variety of railway stock captured along the Severn Valley Railway and at Highley. The footage includes locomotives and carriages such as 20189, 33108, 37688, 40106, 50007, 50033, 50049, and others. Operators associated with the content include BR - Sectors, British Railways, Europhoenix, GBRF, and LNER. Headcodes present in the video are 2A16, 2A67, and 2K65. The recording appears to have been made during an event featuring diesel locomotives, with several units from different classes visible throughout.
This video captures positioning shunts at Crewe during the All Change event. It includes footage of train movements and arrivals related to the event. Several locomotives are identified, including classes 20, 37, 43, 47, and 50, though operators are not specified. The recording takes place at Crewe and Templecombe. No headcodes are listed in the metadata.
This video features locomotives 50045, 50049, and D410 on the Severn Valley Railway. The footage was recorded at Kidderminster and along the Severn Valley Railway line. The operators associated with the content include British Railways and GBRF. No headcode information is available in the current record.
This video captures railway activity in Oxford during a foggy day in 1988. It features Class 50 locomotives operating on Network South East Express services, Class 47s on Cross Country and Intercity routes, and diesel multiple units running local services to Banbury and Reading. Freight movements and light engine operations are also shown. The footage includes a variety of locomotive types and services from that era, providing a glimpse into the railway scene in the region during the late 1980s.
This video features a number of Class 50 diesel locomotives, including 50031 'Hood', 50033 'Glorious' and 50035 'Ark Royal', during an event on the Severn Valley Railway. Other locomotives present include 50002, 50025, 50041, 50045, 50046, D430 and D433. The event took place at locations including Crewkerne and Dalton. No operator or headcode information is provided in the current record.
This video features a collection of railway locomotives, including Class 40 number 40106 and multiple Class 50 units such as 50002, 50006, 50007, 50008, 50015, 50031, 50033, 50045, and 50049. The footage was captured along the Severn Valley Railway and includes locations such as Kidderminster, Bewdley, Bridgnorth, Dalton, and Hampton Loade. Several operators are associated with the content, including British Railways, DB Schenker, EWS, Freightliner, GBRF, GWR, and Network South East. Headcodes 1C41 and 2
This video captures footage of railway operations featuring multiple Class 50 locomotives, including units numbered 50007, 50040, 50045, and 50049. The content includes scenes from locations such as Kingswear, Dawlish, Dawlish Warren, Bromsgrove, and other nearby areas. Some additional locomotives and stock are also identified in the footage. The video provides a personal account of the challenges faced during filming, including weather-related disruptions and route diversions.
A video captures multiple trains passing through Cholsey, heading towards Old Oak Common. The footage includes several Class 50 locomotives with stock numbers 50049, 50007, 50044, 50035, and 50045, as well as a Class 52 diesel electric multiple unit marked D1015. The headcode 0Z50 is associated with the movement. The recording provides a glimpse of railway operations in the area during August 2017.
This video features a train journey through Lancaster, with mentions of a previous trip to Edinburgh involving another locomotive. The footage includes stock numbers 50044, 50045, 50049, and 57001, operating under the British Railways operator. The locations shown include Preston, Carnforth, and Lancaster, with headcode 5Z34 noted in the metadata.