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D1023
Class 52
Names carried:
Western Fusilier
Videos featuring D1023
This video showcases a variety of diesel and steam locomotives operating on Britain's private railways, featuring highlights such as 31119 at Embsay, D5310 and 26024 at Bo'ness, and 27066 on the Gloucestershire and Warwickshire Railway. Other notable appearances include 37906 at the East Lancs Railway, 47270 at Yarwell Junction, and 46010 at Llangollen. The footage includes action from several heritage lines, with a range of locomotive classes and operators represented.
A rail tour commemorating the end of Pathfinder Tours after 52 years features Class 52 D1015 'Western Champion' operating from Gloucester to Manchester Victoria. The locomotive was styled as D1001 'Western Pathfinder' for the occasion, carrying a headboard inspired by a previous event in 1977. The journey began at Bristol Parkway, hauled initially by Class 57s 57008 and 57314. The tour marked the final operations of the Class 52 diesel-electric locomotives, which were withdrawn from service in early 1977.
This video captures a rail event from the Severn Valley Railway in October 2002, featuring a variety of historic and preserved locomotives. The footage includes locomotives such as LMS 6233 Duchess of Sutherland, 50035, 220025, 37906/175, 46443, D1015/25, 50049, D9009, 55019, LNER 60009, D1023, 45110, and others. The video also notes the presence of a mainline signal box at Kidderminster and the absence of a footbridge at Highly Station.
Among the stock present are several classes including 143, 31, 33, 43, 45, and 47, with specific examples such as 143613, 31602, 33117, 43062, 45041, and 45135. The event took place at Crewe, with additional locations referenced in the metadata including Gloucester, Haymarket, Hope, Springburn, Ware, and York. Operators associated with the footage include British Railways, Intercity, LNER, Network South East, and BR - Sectors.
This video captures a special event at the Didcot Railway Centre, featuring historic locomotives and rail operations. The footage includes the iconic Flying Scotsman and highlights the presence of D1023, a diesel locomotive. British Railways and GWR are noted as operators, with locations including Shrewsbury and Swindon. A headcode of 2B12 is also identified in the metadata. The content offers a glimpse into railway heritage and events, showcasing key elements of rail history and operations.
This video captures railway activity at York Station and the National Railway Museum in May 2011, featuring a variety of locomotives and rolling stock. British Railways, East Coast, Grand Central, and Northern operators are represented with classes including Class 43 HSTs, Class 158s, and GBRf locomotive 66725. The footage includes scenes of trains arriving and departing the station, as well as preservation efforts at the museum. Several locations such as York, London King's Cross, Newcastle, and Sheffield are referenced in the context of train operations.
A video features LNER Gresley A3 Pacific 60103 ‘Flying Scotsman’ and GWR Castle Class 4079 ‘Pendennis Castle’ on display together at Didcot Railway Centre. The footage highlights their historical connection, referencing trials from 1925 when the two locomotives were exchanged between the LNER and GWR. Locations mentioned include Finsbury Park, Paddington, and Wembley Stadium, with operators LNER and GWR noted. The video also references a headcode 2B24.
The footage includes scenes from Birmingham New Street, Dawlish, Plymouth, and Buckfastleigh, with the train traversing the mainline crossover to the South Devon Railway at Totnes Riverside. GWR 1369 is also seen in operation. The journey covers parts of the mainline and the South Devon Railway, highlighting historic locomotives and scenic routes.
This video captures the Didcot Railway Centre's Autumn Steam Gala, featuring visiting LMS Ivatt Tank Engines 41312 and 41241, along with the centre’s own GWR large prairie 4144 and 1340 'Trojan'. The event included a variety of railway exhibits, memorabilia, and engine sheds, as well as a flyover by a Hawker Hurricane aircraft. Several British Railways Class 66 locomotives are also identified in the footage, alongside references to various operators and locations associated with the UK rail network.
This video captures a railtour named "The Toton Recall" that took place in August 1998, featuring various locomotives and routes across the UK. The tour ran from Salisbury through Basingstoke, Reading West curve, Didcot, Oxford, Coventry, and Nuneaton, where a temporary platform was set up for the event. Several locomotives, including 33030, 45015, 50033, and 56091, are visible in the footage. The tour included multiple locomotive changes, with 60044 "Ailsa Craig" and 60068 "Charles Darwin" among those involved. The event was part of a larger open weekend at Toton Centre, which also featured regular shuttles from Derby.
This video features a train at Didcot Railway Centre following its arrival from York. The footage includes the locomotive 66099, which is classified as stock type 66, and the diesel multiple unit D1023, classified as stock type 52. The operators associated with the content include British Railways, DB Schenker, and GBRF. No headcode information is available in the current record.
This video features railway operations involving multiple train stock types, including classes 156, 158, 170, 37, and 66, across locations such as York, Darlington, Middlesbrough, Scarborough, Saltburn, and Doncaster. Operators represented include British Railways, Northern, Grand Central, and others. Headcodes identified are 6N53 and 6Y21. The content reflects a day of disrupted services with reports of delays and cancellations on Northern trains.
The event included an attempted start of D1062, which was successful before the filmer left for Dawlish. Later on 16 September, 50015 is seen hauling a train including 45133, 55015, D1062, and D1013 towards Exeter. The footage includes various locations such as Plymouth, Dawlish, Deal, and Paddington.
This video features railway stock including 68023, D1023, and D9002, with associated operators British Railways and GWR. Locations mentioned include Carlisle and Norwich, and a headcode of 1A35 is noted. The content appears to be related to the National Railway Museum, though specific operational details or context are not provided in the metadata.
It features a mix of steam and diesel locomotives, including 7714, 80079, 48773, and diesel units such as 31106, 37906, 50007, and 57012. The footage shows a quieter scene with fewer enthusiasts compared to more recent years, ending with a double heading or tail loco at Arley in the rain.
This video features a collection of railway locomotives from the Severn Valley Railway, captured during visits in May 2016 and September 2000. It includes a variety of steam and diesel engines such as 73952, 50031, D7029, 31452, and others. The footage showcases different locomotives operating on the Severn Valley Railway, with some noted for their distinctive liveries or historical significance. The video provides a visual record of railway traction over a span of 16 years.
This video features a variety of railway stock from the early 2000s, including classes 20, 37, 47, 50, 56, 58, 59, and 60, alongside steam locomotives. It appears to capture scenes from an open day event at Old Oak Common in August 2000, with references to Carlisle and other locations mentioned. The footage includes trains operated by various entities such as British Railways, Direct Rail Services, EWS, Network South East, Rail Express Systems, and Virgin Trains. Headcodes such as 0J03, 1A26, 1A98, and 1B04 are also noted in the metadata.
This video captures a visit to Crewe in 2005, featuring a tour of the yards and inside the depot. It includes footage of several historic locomotives, including Flying Scotsman, 60009, 71000, 61264, 49268, 45112, D1023, 27000, and 92134. The footage also shows the use of traversers to position locomotives. The video provides a nostalgic look at railway operations at Crewe and includes references to other locations such as York. Some locomotive details are noted, though operator information is not fully specified for all entries.
This video captures scenes from the Severn Valley Railway, featuring a variety of diesel locomotives including 56006, D1013, D449, 50007, D1023, 31108, and D8000. The footage begins at Kidderminster and includes views from the train windows. Additional locations mentioned include Swindon. Headcodes present in the video are 2B32, 2R32, and 2R57.