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GBRf launch 66701 at Willesden in 2001

Channel: Mike Wilcock. Rails in Wales.
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Starting as they pass through Newport having been unloaded on March 9th 2001. Next stop, we're invited to see the naming of 66701 at Willesden Depot on the 27th. Recorded on Hi 8 without " steady shot !"............enjoy this rerun through a new camera. clip 465
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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.

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  • Platform ID OSoAysswYzc
  • Views 2,199
  • Date published 24 Nov 2016 16:59
  • Date added 22 Jun 2026 06:02
  • Recorded 27 Mar 2001
  • Locomotives 11
  • Headcodes 0
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