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55003
Class 55
Videos featuring 55003
This video captures scenes from the Severn Valley Railway's Spring Steam Gala, featuring several historic locomotives in operation. Highlights include British Railways Class 55 No 55009 'Alycidon' running on the line, along with other notable steam engines such as GWR Hall No 4930 'Hagley Hall', BR 8P No 71000 'Duke of Gloucester', and GWR Manor No 7802 'Bradley Manor'. The footage was recorded at Kidderminster, with additional references to locations including Gloucester, Hagley, Par, and Swindon.
The footage was recorded over four hours between 11:10 and 14:45, showcasing both modern rail operations and historic elements of the station. Several operators, locomotive types, and headcodes are identified in the metadata, reflecting the diverse movements at one of the UK's most significant railway locations.
This video showcases vintage British diesel locomotives from the late 1950s to early 1960s, a period of significant change for Britain's railways. It features prototype Deltic models and production examples, including D6938 (class 37) and D9003 (class 55). The footage is sourced from 8mm silent cine film and captures scenes from locations such as Deal, Grantham, Hockley, and Stafford under the operator British Railways. No additional sound has been added to the original footage.
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D9003
This video captures railway activity around Westbury and nearby locations, including scenes at Westbury station where multiple locomotives are visible. It also features views of Fairwood Junction and the surrounding areas, with mentions of rail-served quarries in Somerset. Various operators and locomotive stock numbers are identified, along with several locations and headcodes associated with the footage.
This video captures footage of British Railways Class 55 diesel-electric locomotives, known as Deltics, operating during the 1970s. The content begins at Kings Cross and follows their movements along the East Coast Main Line, showcasing their work at locations including Doncaster, Grantham, and Retford. Multiple units are identified by their numbers, though operator details are not specified in the metadata.
This video features a variety of rail stock including Class 43, 47, 50, and 55 locomotives, along with Classes 60 and 66. It includes footage from locations such as London Paddington, Clapham Junction, Carnforth, and Chessington South. Operators associated with the content include Blue Pullman, British Railways, DB Schenker, Direct Rail Services (DRS), GBRF, and Network Rail. Headcodes present in the video include 1Z33, 1Z34, 1Z43, 1Z64, 4Y29, 6M26, 6M95, and 6Y48.
A locomotive operated by DB Schenker is seen shunting an emptied rake of wagons at Redland Siding, preparing for a movement to Toton North Yard. The footage captures the activity on what was described as a breezy but sunny day. The involved stock includes locomotives 55003 and 66061, with the headcode 6M56 associated with the movement. The location of Cambridge North is also noted in the metadata.
This video captures railway activity in South East London, featuring multiple train units and services. It includes footage of trains operating across several locations such as Bank, Brentford, Clapham, and Lewisham. The video highlights various train stock, including classes 20, 50, 55, and 66, along with headcodes such as 6L37, 6M45, and 6X55. Operators associated with the footage include DB Schenker, DC Rail, GBRF, and GWR. The content reflects a morning session of railway activity in the area.
A gathering of three preserved Class 55 Deltic locomotives, including 55009 'Alycidon', 55019 'Royal Highland Fusilier', and D9015 'Tulyar', was captured at Barrow Hill Roundhouse. The event took place following recent maintenance work on D9015, which had been fitted with new bogies. 55009 was temporarily rebranded as 55013 'The Black Watch' for a UK Railtours event, commemorating the centenary of former BR driver Harry Wilson. The footage shows these historic locomotives on display at their home base.
This video captures train activity at the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway, featuring diesel locomotives and railcar shunting operations. Identified stock includes 37215, 45149, 47376, 55003, and D6948. The locations shown are Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway, Broadway, and Toddington. Headcodes present in the footage include 2B50, 2B54, 2D93, and 2W12. Operators associated with the content are British Railways, DC Rail, and Freightliner.
This video features a collection of trains in Sussex, captured at various locations including Brighton, Barnham, Goring-by-Sea, and West Worthing. It includes footage of multiple train types such as classes 37, 50, 55, 66, 67, 69, 70, 73, 158, 313, 377, and 387. The content highlights different railway operations in the area, with some trains operated by British Railways, Colas, Freightliner, Gatwick Express, GWR, Southern, and others. While specific headcodes are not included, the video provides a visual overview of train movements across these locations.
A Cross Country Class 221 'Super Voyager' diesel multiple unit crosses over with a Class 220 'Voyager' DMU, identified as 220032, at York. The footage was captured from the National Railway Museum balcony. Another vehicle, Class 55 No. 55003, is also present in the scene. The operators involved include Cross Country and Network Rail. The location of the event is clearly marked as York.
A railway event at Didcot Railway Centre featured several locomotives and railcars during a bank holiday special. EWS 31466, GWR diesel railcar No. 22, BR 55019 'Royal Highland Fusilier' with a tribute headboard to Drummer Lee Rigby, and BR 08604 'Phantom' were present, though the latter was not seen. Additional footage shows EWS 08752 at Didcot Parkway. The event included both guest and home locomotives, highlighting various railway stock from different operators.
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It features special trains operating on the Valley Lines, including Deltic locomotives and various classes such as 37, 56, 60, and 99. The footage also shows services running on the Ore and Rugby lines. Headcodes identified include 1P99 and 1Z40. The video highlights a range of stock, with some units noted as rare or no longer in service.
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D9003
This video features a variety of freight trains operating across different routes. It includes locomotives such as 66416, 66418, 66513, 92041, and 66428, with headcodes including 6C51, 4S05, 4M67, and 6C19. The footage captures trains transporting goods between locations such as Sellafield, Carlisle, Chirk, and Bank. Operators involved are Direct Rail Services (DRS) and Freightliner. The content provides a glimpse into the movement of freight traffic across these routes.