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60053
Class 60
Videos featuring 60053
This video showcases historical footage of British Railways steam train operations between London Kings Cross and the Peterborough area during the late 1940s to the 1960s. It features various locomotives, including classes 40 and 60, captured at locations such as Peterborough, Biggleswade, Finsbury Park, and Potters Bar. The content provides a visual record of the era's railway activity, highlighting the presence of multiple steam engines operating on the East Coast Main Line route.
This video explores the history and operations of the Class 60 diesel locomotives in the 21st century, featuring various units across different locations. It includes footage of locomotives such as 60001, 60003, and 60008 operating on a range of services and railtours. Locations mentioned include Bromsgrove, Longbridge, Carstairs, and the Mid-Hants Railway, with appearances by operators including East Coast, GWR, and Network Rail. The content highlights the varied roles and movements of these locomotives over time.
This video explores the history of the Brush Class 60 locomotive, featuring footage of all 100 units in the class. It highlights key moments from their early operations, including test runs and early workings on various freight services. The programme also touches on the decline of the class following privatisation and the uncertain future of these locomotives. Specific examples include appearances at locations such as Grantham, Newport, and Stone, with references to operators like British Railways and Southern.
A railtour operated by the East Lancashire Railway experiences a technical issue at Leicester, leading to the uncoupling of diesel locomotive 50 008. Another class 50 locomotive, 50 049, takes over before the tour continues to Toton TMD, where a DB Cargo class 66 locomotive assumes responsibility for the remainder of the journey to Castle Hopwood. Several other diesel and electric locomotives are also identified in the footage.
This video captures a 1993 Pathfinder Railtours excursion known as 'The Southern Mariner', which included a range of freight locomotives. The train operated with headcode 1Z60 on a circular route from Bristol Temple Meads to Newhaven Marine and back, passing through locations such as Eastleigh, Preston Park, Brighton, London Victoria, Woking, and Salisbury. Locomotives involved include 59002, 56054, 37194, 56047, and 33202, which was used to rescue the train at Woking after another locomotive failed. The journey also saw 33208 pass at Clapham Junction.
This video showcases a large number of Class 60 diesel locomotives at Toton TMD, along with some Class 66 units. It also features UKRL operations at Loughborough, where additional Class 60 and Class 92 locomotives are visible. Several operators including DB Schenker, EWS, GBRF, and Maritime are associated with the content. The record includes details of specific stock items but does not include headcode information.
This video captures scenes from Acton Wells Junction, near Acton West London, in April 1994. It features British Railways stock, including Class 47 locomotives and Class 60 units, operating during a time when freight activity was present but limited due to the time of day. The footage also shows Class 313 electric multiple units moving between Richmond and Willesden. The recording offers a nostalgic look at railway operations from the 1990s, highlighting the variety of locomotives and services that were in use during this period.
It features various train types, including HSTs, freight services, and passenger trains operated by locomotives and DMUs. The footage highlights the station's layout and views from a high bridge, offering a glimpse into railway activity at that time. Stock identified includes classes 165, 37, 43, and 47, with operators such as British Railways and Network South East noted. Locations include Reading, Paddington, and Hope.
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The footage includes the 50 class locomotive 50007 and the 60 class locomotive 60053. The event took place at locations including Kidderminster and Ware. No headcodes were identified in the metadata.
A Class 60 diesel locomotive, identified as 60055, was observed at Market Harborough. The footage includes a train running significantly late and features additional locations such as Dent, Hove, and Leeds. Headcodes 0Z55 and 5Z55 are associated with the video. The operator is listed as DC Rail.
This video features footage from railway depots in Wales, including Margam and Barry. It includes a clip of locomotive 08630 "Bob Brown" being named in June 2007, as well as scenes of freight operations and HTS at Margam. At Barry, the arrival of Freightliner 57002 is shown before Transport for Wales took over the area. The video also includes brief appearances of several other locomotives, though operators are not specified in the metadata.
This video features a collection of railway scenes from Wales, primarily focusing on commuter trains operating in Cardiff. It includes footage of several Class 37 and Class 60 diesel locomotives, as well as DMUs in older liveries. The footage was captured without overhead wires, offering clear rooftop views from Jacobs Antique Market. Some locomotive numbers identified include 37412, 37413, 37415, 37418, 37419, 37421, and various Class 60 units. The locations mentioned are Cardiff Central and Rhymney.
It features a variety of rolling stock such as Class 465, 159, 4-CIG, 4-VEP, 442, and 73201 with VSOE Pullman stock on a private charter. Other units include 47711, Inter City Cross Country HSTs, 3H unit 1132, Class 60, 47206, and 33046 in CCE "Dutch" livery. The footage provides a snapshot of railway operations during this period.
This video features a cab ride around Margam depot and the naming ceremony of locomotive 08630 in March 2008. The footage includes speeches and images from the event, highlighting the friendly atmosphere among attendees, many of whom are now retired. Several railway stock items are identified, including Class 37 and Class 60 locomotives, though no specific operators or locations are detailed in the metadata.
A video featuring the naming of locomotive 08630 at Margam Depot in Wales is presented, with commentary from someone who was present during the event. The narrator reflects on changes to the area, noting that the old depot has been demolished and access roads are no longer usable. Several railway stock items are identified in the metadata, though operators and specific locations are not clearly detailed in the content.
A video captures events on the South Wales mainline, including a tractor becoming trapped at Pontsarn Level Crossing between Cardiff and Bridgend. The incident led to a train being stopped and diverted. Additional footage shows D1015 Western Champion at Ferryside and Lougher Viaduct, as well as Medite 66709 at Newport. Several rail stock units are identified, including classes 60 and 66, with locations such as Bridgend, Ferryside, Newport, and Swansea mentioned. Operators associated with the footage include EWS, First Great Western, GBRF, and GWR.
A Freightliner 66953 tnt 66512 is shown passing Kings Norton footbridge on a journey towards Eastleigh. The train is part of the 6X04 service operating from Bescot Engineers Sidings. Other locomotives identified include 60050, 60053, and 66053. The video captures a freight movement with associated engineering operations.
This video features a Class 60 locomotive, with stock numbers 60053 and 60063, captured south of Lancaster. The operator associated with the footage is DB Schenker. The locations mentioned include Carlisle and Lancaster. No headcode information is available in the current record.
A video captures DRS Class 37 diesel locomotives 37610 and 37612 passing Heworth, near Gateshead, with a train carrying nuclear flasks bound for Sellafield. Later, DB Schenker Class 60 diesel locomotive 60063 is seen moving empty oil tanks on a service from Jarrow to Lindsey. The footage was recorded on 25 January 2013 and features multiple railway assets operating in the North East of England.