The Mighty Class 56 – Britain’s Heavy Hauler! 💨 Introduced in the mid-1970s, the British Rail Class 56 was a true workhorse of the diesel era. Built for heavy freight duties, these 3,250-horsepower locomotives were affectionately known as “Grids” due to the distinctive grilles on their sides. The early examples were built in Romania by Electroputere, but quality issues meant later units were assembled at Doncaster and Crewe. Despite a rough start, once sorted, the Class 56 became a favourite am

These #class66 locomotives have the nickname ‘Sheds’ in the UK. This is because the angle of the cab roof looks a bit like a garden shed roof! #66847 named ‘Terry Baker’ seen at Eastleigh station in Hampshire. #uktrainspotting #trains #diesellocomotive #britishrailways #railway #railways #trainspotting #railroad Colas Rail IM Motive Power Depot Derby | Adrian Watson