Class 93 Meets Class 37 Old Vs New Power on the WCML
British Rail Class 93 is a tri-mode locomotive built by Stadler Rail in Valencia built between 2022 and 2024.
37668 was originally 37265 built at English Electric Vulcan Foundry in 1965.
The 93s were on yet another mileage run from Crewe to Carlisle running fairly slowly having waited to a Liverpool express to cross the like. Whisper quiet locomotives on electric has 6200 horsepower.
The 37 has 1750 horsepower which is a significant difference. 37668 was hauling a pair of Mark 2 coaches from Carnforth down to Southall just under 50 early here.
The 37 was behind that Liverpool express I mentioned earlier and really did power up to sound absolutely epic. A very fun couple of minutes.
I prefer the older class 37. But comment below what you like of these or your favourite overall?
The official working today 93001 & 93007
0Q06 1304 Crewe South Yard to Carlisle
Passed 1353
Running 7 early
37668
5V42 1123 Carnforth Steamtown to Southall Wcr
Passed 1354
Running 48 early
Hauling a pair of MKII coaches thrashing along 3278 & 3314
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Filmed at Springs Branch
Filmed Wednesday 9th July 2025
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This video compares a British Rail Class 93 locomotive with a Class 37 diesel on the West Coast Main Line. The footage shows both types of locomotives operating near Springs Branch, with the Class 93s running from Crewe to Carlisle and the Class 37 hauling Mark 2 coaches between Carnforth and Southall. The audio mentions differences in power output between the two classes, with the Class 93 having significantly more horsepower. The video highlights the performance of both locomotives during a train movement, with the Class 37 noted for its powerful sound.
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