Class 37 Number 37610 Thunders North Bound to Rawtenstall Station at The ELR Summer Diesel Gala

British Railways Class 37 Co-Co diesel-electric locomotive number 37610 (originally delivered new as D6881) was constructed in 1963 by English Electric at Robert Stephenson & Hawthorns in Darlington before later being heavily refurbished to Class 37/6 structural standards. Weighing 105 tonnes, this versatile mainline locomotive is powered by an English Electric 12CSVT 12-cylinder turbocharged engine generating 1,750 brake horsepower, giving it a maximum service top speed of 80 mph. Affectionately nicknamed a "Tractor" by rail enthusiasts due to its distinct, chugging engine note under load, the asset is owned by HNRC (Harry Needle Railroad Company) and appeared at the gala courtesy of Swietelsky UK. It is beautifully turned out in its celebratory retro BR Blue livery featuring a prominent British Rail double-arrow logo, grey roof, black window surrounds, and wrap-around yellow noses.

The locomotive is seen here in 8K 16:9 widescreen staging a thunderous departure as it storms away from picturesque Irwell Vale Station, thundering North towards Rawtenstall. Working hard against the grade while producing a classic display of heavy English Electric engine thrash, it capably hauls a beautiful rake of heritage British Railways Mark 1 passenger coaches in BR Blue and Grey livery, featuring two maroon Mark 1 coaches at the rear of the formation. This single-headed scene was captured during the East Lancashire Railway Summer Diesel Gala on Sunday 05/07/2026 at 09:49.

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