BR : Early Diesels & Electrics - volume 1

This video explores early diesel and electric locomotives used by British Railways, showcasing a range of black and white and colour images from the period when steam locomotives were being replaced. It features various locomotive types including classes 60, 70, 92, and 52, as well as diesel multiple units (DMUs) such as D1048, D205, D212, and others. The footage includes references to locations across the UK network, including Stoke-on-Trent, East Finchley, Exeter St Davids, Goring & Streatley, Hither Green, Leamington Spa, Maiden Newton, Peterborough, and Reading. Headcodes such as 1A20, 1A23, 1A72, and others are also mentioned.

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