68034 & 68003 6k74 Sellafield - Crewe flask train - 18th June 2024
The 68s were working the early running Sellafield to Crewe nuclear flask train with 4 FNA-D nuclear flask carriers in tow which are extremely heavy. The train would cross underneath the mains here to allow the stop on the slows at Golborne.
Unusual to see top and tail loco formations on this job so that was a nice change.
Locomotive Names
68034 Rail Riders
68003 Astute
The official working today 6K73 1702 Sellafield B.N.F to Crewe Coal Sidings (Drs)
Passed 1924
Running 32 early
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Filmed at Springs Branch
Filmed Tuesday 18th June 2024
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A Class 68 locomotive formation, consisting of 68034 and 68003, is seen operating a freight train along the West Coast Main Line and through Springs Branch. The train is carrying nuclear flasks from Sellafield to Crewe. This service, operated by Direct Rail Services, features an unusual top-and-tail locomotive arrangement. The headcode for the train was 6K73. No other specific details about the journey or additional stock involved are provided in the available data.
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