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87034
Class 87
Videos featuring 87034
This video features footage of BR Class 26 locomotives operating in the pre-digital era, primarily in Scotland between the mid-1980s and early 2000s. The locomotives were built between 1958 and 1959 and served various freight, goods, and passenger services across southern Scotland, including locations such as Inverness, Glasgow, Carlisle, and Falkland Yard. Some units bore Scottish depot emblems. The footage captures the class during its decline in the late 1980s before they were largely withdrawn from service.
This video captures train activity at Birmingham New Street station in May 1988, featuring passenger services operated by British Railways and Intercity. Trains include Class 50 locomotives numbered 50040 and D447, as well as a Class 87 unit marked 87034. The footage includes original sound for an immersive experience. Additional locations referenced in the metadata are Ely and Reading, though these may not be directly shown in the video. Some details such as specific headcodes are not included in the record.
This video captures locomotives and stock still wearing the traditional 'BR Blue' livery at Birmingham New Street in 1988, as the familiar corporate blue scheme was beginning to decline. It features a selection of locomotives from the Roy Bowden collection, highlighting the variety present at the station during this period. The footage includes classes 50 and 87, though specific operators are not identified in the metadata. The record lacks headcode information but provides details on stock, location, and operator.
The footage includes other Class 66 and Class 87 locomotives present in the depot. The event took place in the early 2000s, with the uploader noting a limited number of video recordings from that time. No further details about the event or additional context are provided in the recording.
It features various locomotives, including classes 37, 82, 87, and 90, operating during the British Railways era. The footage highlights the junction's role in handling both freight and passenger services, with views of movement from Polmadie and mainline expresses. While specific operator details are limited, the location is clearly identified as Glasgow Central and nearby areas. The video offers a nostalgic look at railway operations from the early 1990s.
This video captures historical footage of Nuneaton station with trains from the early 2000s. It features locomotives including classes 57, 66, 82, and 87, though operators are not clearly identified in the metadata. The location is noted as Nuneaton, but no headcodes are present in the record. The content reflects a nostalgic look back at past railway operations.
This video captures rail activity at Watford Junction in May 1993, featuring a variety of locomotives and services. British Rail Inter-City workings are seen hauled by classes 86, 87, and 90, including an Inter-City 125 HST on a Holyhead service. A class 47-hauled Pullman charter train is also present, along with freight and parcels trains operated by class 90s and Cargowagons. The footage includes multiple locomotives from classes 43, 82, 86, 87, and 90, though operators are not specified for most entries.
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From Class 86s, 87s and 90s to the Class 390 Pendolinos, All Change on the WCML
This video explores the evolution of services on the West Coast Mainline over three decades, highlighting changes in train stock from Class 86s, 87s, and 90s to the introduction of Class 390 Pendolino tilting EMUs. It covers the transition from British Rail Intercity operations to Virgin Trains following privatisation in 1996, along with fleet repainting and modernisation efforts. The footage includes scenes from locations such as Birmingham New Street, Crewe, Euston, Fleet, and London Euston. Several locomotives are identified, including Class 87 87034, Class 90 90034, and Class 92 92018. The video also references headcode 1M16.
This video captures late afternoon activity at London Euston in 1991, featuring a range of electric trains. It includes British Rail InterCity and Network SouthEast services with classes 81, 86, 87, 90, 313, and 321 EMUs. Specific locomotives and units identified include class 67, 82, 87, and 90. The footage highlights the operations of these trains during that period, with Network SouthEast and InterCity services running on main line and local routes. Some details such as headcodes are not included in the record.
This video captures railway activity at Pirdop and Zlatisa, featuring multiple trains and shunting operations. It includes footage of train 44 001 departing for Sofia, 87026 being slowly shunted, a Desiro EMU on the outskirts, and several locomotives and units involved in shunting and movement. Additional scenes show 87026 and 87012 forming up for departure, passing through Zlatisa, and train 46 221 arriving and departing from Pirdop. The footage provides a glimpse into the operations of various locomotives and rolling stock during this period.
This video features a collection of Class 87 and Class 92 locomotives stationed in Pirdop, Bulgaria. The locos include 87012, 87019, 87026, 87028, 87033, 87034, 92025, 92027, and 92030. Many of these locomotives retain their original UK liveries, making them distinctive in this location. The footage provides a brief look at these machines while they await their next duties.
This video captures footage from Nuneaton station prior to the construction of a flyover for the Birmingham line. The structured metadata identifies several railway stock items, including classes 37, 60, and 66, though no operator is specified for these assets. Locations mentioned include Nuneaton, Hartlepool, and Leicester. No headcodes are present in the data. The video provides a historical perspective on the station's layout and operations before significant infrastructure changes were made.
This video includes footage of multiple British Rail Class 66 locomotives, including units numbered 66701 to 66707 and 87030 and 87034, as well as a Class 90 unit numbered 90001. The content features scenes from locations such as Newport, Stratford, Cambridge, and Alstom. The audio mentions a naming event for locomotive 66701 at Willesden in 2001, along with a brief trailer of a cab ride on a train heading to Cambridge. Some details about operators and specific headcodes are not included in the metadata.
This video captures railway scenes from Stoke-on-Trent in 1990, featuring a mix of diesel and electric traction. It includes loco-hauled passenger services, Class 304 and 310 EMUs, Sprinters, and freight operations involving Class 20s and 37s. The footage also highlights the presence of MkI coaches within MkIII train sets. No headcodes are identified in the record.
It includes footage from Croston and Preston Station, where trains join for a journey to Poulton-le-Fylde and Burn Naze. The recording also shows movement through Lancaster en route to Morecambe and Heysham. Several locomotives are identified, though operator details are not specified in the metadata.
This video features railway scenes from South Wales and around Newport in early 2001. It includes footage of HST services, freight operations, and GBRf deliveries from Newport Docks. The content also covers coal runs at Burrows Siding near Swansea and a Postal Service operated by 67027. Additional clips show the departure of the Merseyside Beat railtour with locomotive 67003. Several Class 66 and Class 67 locomotives are identified, though operators and headcodes are not specified in the metadata.
This video captures scenes from the launch of locomotive 66701 at Willesden Depot in 2001. It includes footage of trains passing through Newport and mentions events related to the naming ceremony at Willesden. The recording features multiple British Rail Class 66 and Class 87 locomotives, as well as a Class 90 unit. The video was originally recorded on Hi 8 format and has been re-edited with new camera footage. Operators associated with the content include GBRF and Virgin Trains, while locations referenced are Newport, March, and Alstom.
This video captures the naming ceremony of locomotive 66701 and the delivery of several other units arranged in numerical order outside a depot. The footage includes multiple British Rail Class 66 and Class 67 locomotives, as well as some Class 87 units. The event took place at a location associated with March, though specific operational details are not provided. The video quality is affected by movement and the presence of other photographers and staff.
The footage includes scenes of loco changes at Preston and travel along the branch line to Morecambe. Recorded on VHS, the video provides a historical glimpse into rail operations from that era.