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56053

Class 56

Videos featuring 56053

This video captures rail activity in Wales during the mid-1990s, featuring freight movements hauled by Class 37 and 56 locomotives. It begins at Canton Depot with a Class 56 hauling fuel oil, then moves to Park Junction where steel trains are transported to Ebbw Vale steel works. Pengam yard is highlighted as a now-demolished site, once bustling in the 1990s. At Tondu, a Class 37 is shown transporting coal between Blaengawr and Aberthaw. The footage was recorded by Mike Price and later shared by Rowland Pittard.
This video captures railway activity in Wales during August 1997, featuring various locomotives and freight operations at Cardiff Central. It includes Class 37, 43, 47, 50, 56, and 60 diesel-electric locomotives in different liveries such as Load Haul, Transrail, Mainline, and Railfreight. The footage was recorded from a bridge at Canton and shows the arrival of Class 60s, along with High Speed Trains (HSTs) and freight movements. Some locomotives depicted are no longer permitted to operate in certain conditions today.
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.
This video captures long and heavy freight trains operating in the UK, featuring multiple locomotives and rolling stock. The footage includes scenes from Coleshill Parkway and Olton, with additional locations such as Eastleigh, Felixstowe, and Scarborough. A variety of stock classes including 170, 43, and 66 are visible, along with headcodes like 1Z72, 4L07, and 4M62. Several operators associated with freight and passenger services are also noted in the metadata.
This video captures scenes from Margam Yard and the mainline in the early 1990s, featuring a variety of British Railways locomotives, including several Class 37 and Class 56 diesel units. The footage was recorded near Heol y Dellaid crossing and includes trains stopping for crew changes. The location is noted as Margam Yard, with additional references to nearby areas such as Caerphilly, Hope, and March. The video provides a nostalgic look at railway operations during this period.
This video captures scenes from Lewisham Station in southeast London during the early 1990s. It features various railway stock, including classes 56 and 60, operating in the area. The footage includes panoramic views of freight movements and highlights the presence of Class 33 locomotives working on local and trip services. The recording provides a nostalgic look at British Railways during this period, with an emphasis on the operational environment and the types of traction in use at the time.
This video features a railtour involving British Railways locomotives 31408, 31410, and 56053 at locations including Tondu and Bridgend. The footage includes scenes from Aberbeeg and Ebbw Vale, with a brief quiz at the end asking viewers to identify the locations shown. No headcodes are present in the metadata.
This video captures railway scenes from various locations in Wales, including Rugby, Bridgend, Cardiff Central, and Port Talbot Parkway. It features the arrival and departure of a railtour at Tondu, as well as footage of Rugby Specials related to a rugby match between Wales and Scotland. The content includes stock numbers 31408, 31410, and 56053, along with headcodes 1Z60 and 4S73. The recording is noted as being from a VHS tape converted to digital format, with some shaky footage edited out.
This video captures railfreight operations in Wales during 1998, featuring various locomotives and freight movements. It begins at Cardiff Canton depot with oil deliveries and continues to Park Junction, where steel coils are transported to Ebbw Vale. The footage includes scenes from Newport, Cwmbargoed, Bedlinog, Tondu, Parc Slip, and Pencoed, showing coal trains, driver training, and iron ore movements. Locomotives such as classes 150, 158, and 37 are visible, along with mentions of freight operations by multiple operators. The video highlights the state of rail infrastructure and freight activity across several locations in Wales during this period.
This video features a collection of railway footage from Wales, primarily focusing on freight operations during the late 1990s. It includes scenes of "Transrail" heavy freight, with locomotives such as classes 43, 56, and 60 in operation. The footage captures various locations including Barry, Pyle, and Stormy Bank, and references coal train reversals at Barry. The content also mentions the "Taffy Apple" freight service and includes clips of HSTs. The material is sourced from VHS tapes recorded between 1996 and 1997.
This video captures a 1997 journey along the Heart of Wales Line, featuring double-headed trains consisting of Class 56 and Class 37 locomotives. It includes footage from Pantyffynnon Signal Box, where a token is exchanged before the train proceeds northbound. The recording also shows the train passing through several stations and crossing Cynghordy Viaduct. The video highlights the quiet conditions of the time and provides an excellent view as the Class 37 locomotives approach.
Network South East diesel multiple units, including bubble cars and various classes, are shown in operation, along with freight services using classes 37, 47, and 56. The footage includes express trains, engineering works, and trainload freight movements. Operators involved include British Railways, Network South East, Intercity, and EWS. The video highlights the diversity of traffic on this route during that period.