102 reactions | Class 43 Network Rail train, used to measure the rails and looking for areas where track maintenance work might be needed. Seen at Derby station, about to set off on another night travelling the rails. #trains #diesellocomotive #britishrailways #railways #trainspotting #class43 | Adrian Watson | Facebook

🚆 The Mighty Class 47 – Britain’s Workhorse of the Rails 🚆 Few locomotives have defined an era quite like the British Rail Class 47. Built between 1962 and 1968 by Brush Traction and BR Crewe Works, these powerful Type 4 diesels became the backbone of British Rail. With over 500 built, they could be seen hauling everything from prestigious express passenger services to heavy freight across the entire network. Known for their distinctive Sulzer engines and versatility, the Class 47s carried alm