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SVR Spring Diesel Gala: Legendary Class 55 Deltic Number 55009 Powers Out of Arley Station

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Deltic Preservation Society (DPS) owned Class 55 "Deltic" express passenger Co-Co locomotive number 55009 "Alycidon" (originally running under British Railways as D9009) was built in 1961 by English Electric at their Vulcan Foundry plant in Newton-le-Willows. Powered by two legendary Napier Deltic V18 opposed-piston twin-overhead-camshaft two-stroke diesel engines producing a combined total of 3,300 brake horsepower, this iconic high-speed machine utilizes a specialized DC electrical transmission system. Capable of a maximum operational speed of 100 mph and exerting a starting tractive effort of 50,000 lbf, this 99-tonne veteran was built to revolutionize express passenger travel on the East Coast Main Line. The locomotive looks spectacular wearing its celebrated corporate BR Blue livery featuring distinctive white cab surrounds, an authentic homage to the iconic "Finsbury Park depot" aesthetic applied to select members of the class in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Proudly carrying its cast "Alycidon" nameplates—named after the famous 1949 Ascot Gold Cup-winning racehorse in keeping with LNER tradition—this fully operational, mainline-certified masterpiece is visiting the Severn Valley Railway to showcase the unforgettable sound and power of the Napier design.

Seen here in 8K 16:9 widescreen roaring out of Arley station heading North, generating its legendary twin-engine "Deltic drone" and a classic cloud of two-stroke exhaust under heavy acceleration, operating a special festival passenger service toward Bridgnorth during the Severn Valley Railway Spring Diesel Gala on Sunday 16/05/2026 at 12:28.

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A Class 55 "Deltic" diesel locomotive, numbered 55009, is seen in operation at Arley Station. The locomotive, originally built as D9009 for British Railways in 1961, features a distinctive BR Blue livery with white cab surrounds. It is powered by two Napier Deltic V18 engines and was designed for high-speed express passenger services. The video captures the locomotive's appearance and historical significance, with mentions of its association with locations such as Newton-le-Willows, Finsbury Park, and the Severn Valley Railway.

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  • Platform ID P5jSXt1CA-Q
  • Views 29
  • Date published 11 Jun 2026 18:00
  • Date added 13 Jun 2026 08:39
  • Recorded 16 May 2026
  • Locomotives 2
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