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56079
Class 56
Videos featuring 56079
This video features a collection of train footage from various locations across the UK, including Ashford International, Clapham Junction, East Grinstead, Hampden Park, London Victoria, Peterborough, Watford Junction, and Westenhanger. It includes trains operated by multiple companies such as Avanti West Coast, Blue Pullman, British Railways, Chiltern Railways, Colas, DB Schenker, DC Rail, Direct Rail Services (DRS), Eastern Rail Services, and Europhoenix. Several train stock numbers are identified, along with one headcode, 0L66. The content reflects a variety of railway experiences captured throughout the year.
This video features an unboxing and review of several model locomotives. The content includes footage of the unboxing process, followed by a segment titled "HELLFIRE gala." Railway stock identified in the metadata includes multiple locomotives from classes 31, 37, 56, 59, and 60, though operators are not specified. Locations mentioned include Doncaster, Crewe, Fleet, Leicester, Newton, Ore, Thornaby, and Wool. No headcodes were identified in the metadata.
This video captures freight train movements and locomotives at two locations in Derbyshire and Cheshire. At Stenson Junction, Class 37 locomotives 37610, 37607, and 37501 are seen operating on various services, including a journey from Derby RTC to Derby RTC. Freight trains operated by companies such as DB Schenker, Freightliner, and GBRF are also featured. At Casey Lane (Basford Hall Junction), freight movements include a solo Class 90 locomotive observed on a Freightliner service heading towards Garston. Several other freight trains and locomotives are documented across different locations.
This video explores the history and operations of the British Rail Class 56 diesel locomotives, often referred to as "The Grids," which played a crucial role in Britain's freight transport for over two decades. It covers their origins, engineering challenges, evolution into Class 69s, and their significance in hauling coal, steel, and aggregates. The footage includes locomotives such as 31102, 31134, and others, operating across locations including Wolverhampton, Basingstoke, Cardiff Central, Chesterfield, Guide Bridge, Huddersfield, Knottingley, London Cannon Street, Reading, and Stalybridge. Headcodes such as 1D05, 1M23, and 1R00 are also noted in the metadata.
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This video captures a variety of trains at Crewe Station and other locations across the UK, including freight and passenger services. Trains identified include classes 153, 323, 350, and 390, operated by Avanti West Coast, Colas, Direct Rail Services, Locomotive Services Limited, and others. The footage includes services such as Pendolino, HST Pullman, and various freight operations. Headcodes present include 0Z66, 1A35, and 6G99, among others.
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.
This video features multiple Class 56 and Class 66 locomotives, including units numbered 56070, 56076, 56078, 56079, and 66078. The footage includes scenes from Carlisle and Lancaster, with one segment showing a Colas train heading north through Lancaster. The operator Colas is mentioned in the description, though no specific headcodes are identified in the metadata. Some details may be limited due to missing information in the record.
This video features Colas-operated Class 56 diesel locomotives, including units numbered 56073, 56078, and 56079. The footage appears to be taken near Crewe and Longport. A headcode of 6K39 is also present in the metadata. No further details about the specific journey or events captured in the video are provided.
This video captures freight operations and light engines at Stafford Station. Several rail stock units, including classes 150, 350, 455, and 56, are present. The footage includes activity involving multiple operators such as British Railways, Colas, Freightliner, and others. Locations mentioned include Stafford, Ware, and Wolverhampton. No headcodes were identified in the metadata.
This video captures scenes from Southampton Central, Airport Parkway, and Eastleigh railway stations, showcasing a variety of container traffic heading to the nearby port. It features motive power from Class 66 and 70 locomotives operated by DB Schenker and Freightliner. The footage includes views of Eastleigh works, where old underground stock was being prepared for scrapping, as well as Shanks livery 66522 and a newly introduced 70805.
A rail vehicle, likely from the 56 class, is shown departing St Philips Marsh HSTD, Bristol, heading towards Gloucester. The footage includes scenes of the train moving along the route, with a stop at Lawrence Hill Station, Bristol. The operator associated with the stock is Colas. No headcode information is available in the current record.
This video features a variety of railway stock including classes 37, 43, and 56, with labels such as 37219, 43013, and 56070. Operators identified include Colas, DB Schenker, and Network Rail. Locations mentioned in the video include Doncaster, Chirk, Dawlish, Derby, London Paddington, Newton, Newton Abbot, Seamer, and Stockton. Headcodes present are 0Z46, 1Q03, 1Q18, 1S24, 6C52, 6M51, and 6Z12.
This video features a compilation of British diesel locomotives in action. It includes various models such as Class 47, Class 56, Class 60, and Class 37, with some identified by their numbers including 47746, 56073, 56078, 56079, 56097, 60009, 68003, and D6757. The footage was recorded at locations such as the East Lancashire Railway, Newton Abbot, and Wigton. Operators associated with the content include BR - Sectors, British Railways, Colas, DB Schenker, Direct Rail Services (DRS), EWS, and GBRF. Headcodes present in the video are 1O24
A video captures Colas Rail's Class 56 diesel locomotive 56078 operating in Newton Abbot, with additional Class 56 units 56079 and Class 43 43301 also identified. The footage shows the locomotive involved in a return working from Teingrace to Chirk, carrying a loaded log train under headcode 6M51. The recording was made near Newton Abbot station after the train ran approximately two hours late, with the videographer capturing the scene following a change in plans due to the delay.
This video captures a model railway journey from Dover to Mossend, featuring multiple locomotive changes along the route. The segments are hauled by different locomotives: 33065 and 33103 for the Dover to Willesdon leg, 56079 for Willesdon to Bescot, 85026 for Bescot to Arpley, and 87101 for Arpley to Mossend. The footage includes wagons being added and removed during the journey. While specific locations and headcodes are not provided in the metadata, the video offers insight into the operation of a model railway system with various locomotive classes involved.