🚂 The Mighty Class 20 – A True British Rail Icon! 🚂 The Class 20 locomotive might look a bit quirky with its long-nose design, but don’t let that fool you — these workhorses were absolute legends on Britain’s railways. Introduced in the late 1950s, they became a familiar sight hauling coal, freight and even passenger trains across the network. With their unmistakable growl, reliability, and unique look, the Class 20s earned a place in the hearts of railway fans everywhere. And even today, many

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🚂 The Mighty Class 40 – The Workhorse of a Generation 🚂 Introduced between 1958 and 1962, the British Rail Class 40 was one of the most recognisable locomotives of the early diesel era. Built by English Electric, these 1-Co-Co-1 monsters delivered over 2,000 horsepower and quickly became the backbone of express and heavy freight services across the network. From storming up the West Coast Main Line to handling prestige expresses like the "Flying Scotsman" and "The Fenman", the Class 40s symbol

🚂 The Mighty Class 20 – A True British Rail Icon! 🚂 The Class 20 locomotive might look a bit quirky with its long-nose design, but don’t let that fool you — these workhorses were absolute legends on Britain’s railways. Introduced in the late 1950s, they became a familiar sight hauling coal, freight and even passenger trains across the network. With their unmistakable growl, reliability, and unique look, the Class 20s earned a place in the hearts of railway fans everywhere. And even today, many

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The Iconic Class 20 – The “Choppers” of British Rail! 🚂 If there’s one locomotive that earned its place in the hearts of railfans, it’s the mighty British Rail Class 20. Introduced in the late 1950s, these single-cab workhorses were tough, reliable, and instantly recognisable by that unmistakable “chopper” engine note. Designed for freight but loved for their character, Class 20s became a familiar sight across the network — often running in pairs nose-to-nose to give drivers better visibility.