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56080

Class 56

Videos featuring 56080

A Colas Rail Freight Class 56 triple-headed locomotive, comprising units 56051, 56090, and 56105, is seen accelerating along the West Coast Main Line and through Springs Branch south of Wigan. The footage captures the locomotives working a freight move from Carlisle to Rectory Junction near Nottingham. The headcode for the service was 0Z55. The video highlights the powerful performance of the Ruston-Paxman diesel engines as the train moves through the area.
A video captures multiple locomotives and trains at Toton, including several 56 and 57 class units operating in convoy. Notable sightings include 56302 heading to Leeds Midland Road, along with 56049 and 56051. Other locos such as 57303, 57305, and 66419 are also present. Headcodes 0Z57, 6X22, 4O99, and 6M73 are seen passing through Toton Centre simultaneously. The footage includes various operators and stock details, showcasing a rare occurrence of multiple trains converging at the location.
This video features British Rail Class 37 locomotives operating in Scotland, with footage captured at various locations including Bo'ness, Ayr, Carlisle, Falkirk Grahamston, and Slateford. Multiple units are identified, including 37003, 37105, 37401, and others. The video includes a range of headcodes such as 0Z81, 1Z30, and 5Z24, indicating different services. The content appears to be a compilation showcasing these locomotives in action, with some editing noted by the creator.
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.
The video captures a day of rail activity in South Wales, beginning at Cardiff Central with the arrival of two services from the north and a private charter. The journey continues through Rhymney, Bargoed, and Queen Street, with views of Canton Depot and Taffs Well Tram Depot, including ongoing work on a footbridge/lift. Stops include Pontypridd and Treforest, featuring a new bay platform. The day concludes back at Cardiff Central with the arrival of a steam locomotive for an upcoming railtour. Various railway stock, operators, and locations are featured throughout the journey.
A video captures railway operations affected by signalling issues at Cheltenham Spa, causing delays for southbound services. The footage includes a mixed convoy of Colas locomotives, including Class 37, 56, and 70 units, heading to Westbury. Several Class 37 locomotives are featured, with some transferring to 360202 for movement to Lydney. Other locations mentioned include Gloucester and Bicester MOD. The event highlights the impact of signal failures on train movements and freight operations.
Other vehicles present include Classes 144, 180, 37, and 60. The recording took place during a visit to Doncaster, with the operator and headcode details also identified in the metadata.
This video features a variety of railway stock including classes 376, 395, and 66, though no specific operator details are provided. The footage is associated with the location Higham. While the record includes information on the types of rolling stock present, headcode data is not available in the current metadata.
This video features railway operations on the Severn Valley Railway and East Lancashire Railway, with locomotives including D821, 56081, and others. It includes scenes from Kidderminster, Lee, Leicester, and other locations. The footage shows trains associated with operators such as British Railways, GBRF, and West Midlands Trains. Headcodes 1Z16 and 2J58 are noted in the metadata.
It features a variety of diesel locomotives, including classes 31, 37, 41, 47, and 50, with the prototype HST being a highlight. The footage was filmed at several locations, with one noted as Hope. While operator information is listed in the metadata, it is not explicitly provided for individual locomotives. The video offers a glimpse into the event's atmosphere and the range of diesel stock on display.
Grid Clag 56094+47749 0Z56
david wallace (mrdwsolo)
Grid Clag 56094+47749 0Z56
A Colas Class 56 diesel locomotive, numbered 56094, is seen pulling a train that includes a Class 47 diesel, numbered 47749, as they pass through Kings Norton station. The train is working under headcode 0Z56. The footage captures the moment with a visible puff of steam or smoke, known as "clag," near the station.