BR Blue - The Class 26s and 27s : 'Scottish Sulzers'
Take a trip back in time to explore the story of the Scottish Region’s iconic Sulzer Type 2 diesels — the Class 26 and Class 27 locomotives.
From their early days hauling passenger and freight trains across the Highlands to their final years in preservation, we’ll uncover what made these classic locos so special.
🎥 Featuring rare images, historical insights, and locomotive details every rail enthusiast will love.
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Some Class 26 & 27 reading from Amazon:
* The Type 2's - The Class 24, Class 25, Class 26, and Class 27 Story: Exploring the Legacy of Class 24, Class 25, Class 26, and Class 27 Locomotives in British Railway History
https://amzn.to/4hGoef8
* Class 26, 27 and 33 Locomotives - Paperback
https://amzn.to/3Xbh355
* Class 25, 26 and 27 Locomotives in Scotland - Paperback
https://amzn.to/4oRIcWu
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This video explores the history of British Rail Class 26 and Class 27 locomotives, known as the 'Scottish Sulzers,' which served the Scottish Region. It highlights their role in hauling passenger and freight services across the Highlands and their preservation today. The content includes rare images and historical insights into these iconic diesel engines. Several Class 27 and Class 31 locomotives are mentioned, along with locations such as Glasgow Queen Street, Edinburgh Waverley, and Kyle of Lochalsh. Various headcodes associated with services operated by British Railways are also noted.
Fishplate has identified 35 locomotives in this video. We’ve also matched 14 headcodes and 1 operator . Create a free account to see where they appear, unlock timestamps and locations, and view the full breakdown.
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