British Diesel Locomotives Of The 1950s And 60s
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British Diesel Locomotives Of The 1950s And 60s
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Author : Greg Morse
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2016-07-28
British Diesel Locomotives Of The 1950s And 60s written by Greg Morse and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-07-28 with Transportation categories.
After the Second World War, the drive for the modernisation of Britain's railways ushered in a new breed of locomotive: the Diesel. Diesel-powered trains had been around for some time, but faced with a coal crisis and the Clean Air Act in the 1950s, it was seen as a part of the solution for British Rail. This beautifully illustrated book, written by an expert on rail history, charts the rise and decline of Britain's diesel-powered locomotives. It covers a period of great change and experimentation, where the iconic steam engines that had dominated for a century were replaced by a series of modern diesels including the ill-fated 'Westerns' and the more successful 'Deltics'.
British Rail Standard Diesels Of The 1960s
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Author : David Clough
language : en
Publisher: Ian Allan Pub
Release Date : 2009-08-13
British Rail Standard Diesels Of The 1960s written by David Clough and has been published by Ian Allan Pub this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-08-13 with History categories.
In 2005, Ian Allan Publishing published Diesel Pioneers, which provided a complete overview of the development of the early diesel classes inherited by BR and those that were developed as part of the Modernisation Plan of 1955. This lovely new book takes the subject forward and covers the standard diesel locomotive designs that were made during the early 1960s which include the Class 33s, the 37s, the 47s, the Hymeks, the Westerns and the Deltics as well as the less successful Claytons. A number of these early classes proved successful and were built in significant numbers between their introduction and the ceasing of production in the late 1960s. Many of the most productive classes were, in fact, not to arise from the Modernisation Plan but were developed from the early 1960s onwards and this book covers these in detail. The book explores the background to the development of each class and provides an extended overview of diesel locomotive development of this period. Illustrated with unseen photographs, many with colour throughout, this book will appeal to the growing numbers of diesel modellers and enthusiasts.
British Diesel Locomotives
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Author : David Hucknall
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2010-01-07
British Diesel Locomotives written by David Hucknall and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-01-07 with Diesel locomotives categories.
The rapid dieselisation of Britain's railways meant that many designs of locomotives were introduced from various manufacturers. Some were highly successful and generated a very enthusiastic following that continues today. "British Diesel Locomotives" is a superb collection of black-and-white photographs, supported by David Hucknall's usual meticulously researched and well-written captions that portray important locomotive classes. From the Deltics, the Warships and the Westerns to the Class 50s and 47s and even including the humble but essential multiple units, this book will remind readers of a fascinating evolutionary period for Britain's railways.
The North British Type 2 Bo Bo Diesel Electric Classes 21 29
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Author : Anthony P. Sayer
language : en
Publisher: Pen and Sword
Release Date : 2019-03-30
The North British Type 2 Bo Bo Diesel Electric Classes 21 29 written by Anthony P. Sayer and has been published by Pen and Sword this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-03-30 with Transportation categories.
This comprehensive history of these unique locomotives covers everything from performance issues to sightings, detail differences and liveries. The Type 2 Bo-Bo Diesel-Electric Classes 21 & 29 locomotives were constructed by the North British Locomotive Company in the early 1960s. Used in the Scottish region of British Railway, they ran into numerous problems and were withdrawn from service within a decade. Due in part to their short careers, these locomotives remain something of a mystery to train enthusiasts. The scant information available on them is very often riddled with misinformation. This authoritative volume corrects the record, presenting the most comprehensive and accurate account of the NBL Classes 21 & 29. Fully illustrated with photographs and detailed line drawings, this volume offers individual locomotive histories, complete technical specifications, accident and fire damage reports, storage histories, and a complete account of their disposal at both private companies and Glasgow Works.
Power Of The 60s
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Author : Gavin W. Morrison
language : en
Publisher: Opc
Release Date : 2007-11-29
Power Of The 60s written by Gavin W. Morrison and has been published by Opc this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-11-29 with Class 60 (Diesel locomotives) categories.
As they enter the twilight of their careers, this is a detailed pictorial survey of the last main line diesel locomotives constructed for British Rail and the last such locomotives constructed in Britain.
British Railways Steam In The 1960s
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Author : E. H. Sawford
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1993
British Railways Steam In The 1960s written by E. H. Sawford and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1993 with Technology & Engineering categories.
"In this book, the follow-up to his highly successful British Railways Steam in the 1950s, Eric Sawford traces the last days of steam on British Railways, showing a wide variety of engines and locations. A superb collection of over 250 photographs, complemented by informed commentary and captions, this is a book that the steam enthusiast will not want to miss."--BOOK JACKET.
Br Diesel Locomotives In Preservation
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Author : Fred Kerr
language : en
Publisher: Pen and Sword
Release Date : 2017-10-30
Br Diesel Locomotives In Preservation written by Fred Kerr and has been published by Pen and Sword this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-10-30 with Transportation categories.
When British Railways (BR) initiated its Modernization Plan in 1954 it had little experience of diesel locomotives thus initiated a Pilot Scheme to trial combinations of the three elements comprised within a locomotive the engine, transmission and body.The initial orders for 174 locomotives were placed in November 1955, but even before the first locomotive had been delivered, changes in Government policy led to bulk orders for most designs being trailed. It was only in 1968, once steam traction had been removed from the network, that BR was able to review the success, or otherwise, of its diesel fleet and decide which designs to withdraw from service.The nascent preservation movement of the time was concerned to preserve steam locomotives whilst only buying diesel shunting locomotives for support roles on heritage lines and it wasnt until 1977 that any effort was made to preserve main line diesels. Once it was confirmed that diesel locomotives had an appeal to enthusiasts, further purchases were made that resulted in examples of most of the BR diesel classes being represented within the preservation movement.Fred Kerrs book details those classes which are represented on heritage lines, identifies where possible their location as of December 2016, shows many of them at work and shows what is involved in the restoration, maintenance and operation of diesel locomotives by the volunteers whose efforts are vital but rarely acknowledged.Some of the preserved locomotives were bought for possible use on the national network and this was facilitated by the Railways Bill 1993. A complementary album of preserved and heritage locomotives titled Heritage Traction on the Main Line details the locomotive classes whose representatives are still in regular use on the national network as at December 2016 and follows a similar format to this album.
Abc British Locomotive Shed Directory And Allocations 1962
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Author : Ian Allan Publishing
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2014-09-18
Abc British Locomotive Shed Directory And Allocations 1962 written by Ian Allan Publishing and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-09-18 with Locomotives categories.
There is a continual demand for facsimile reprints of Ian Allan's abc loco books from the 1950s and 1960s, as a reference source to the railways of that era. These books generally did not include the Locoshed allocations, which were published separately. In 2002 we published the 1952 Locoshed Book and in 2004 we published the 1960 Locoshed Book. This classic reprint will give enthusiasts a complete listing of the large numbers of steam locomotives that were still iin operation in the early 1960s as well as the large numbers of first-generation diesel locomotives and multiple units that had entered service by this date.
Liveries Of The Wr Diesel Hydraulics
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Author : Russell Saxton
language : en
Publisher: Key Publishing
Release Date : 2022-07-31
Liveries Of The Wr Diesel Hydraulics written by Russell Saxton and has been published by Key Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-07-31 with Transportation categories.
The WR diesel hydraulic locomotives have always exercised a special fascination for the modern traction enthusiast. One of the most interesting aspects of their history was the wide variety of different color schemes they appeared in over the comparatively short period they were in service, which encompassed almost every permutation of the old British Railways of the 1950s and 1960s, and post-1965 corporate image British Rail liveries. This book looks in detail at the liveries of these locomotives during the diesel hydraulic era from 1958 to 1977, illustrating every major and most minor variations. With over 150 images, it is an invaluable reference for the railway modeler and railway historians, and a feast of nostalgia for all fans of the glory days of diesel locomotives.
The Golden Age Of Yorkshire Steam And Beyond
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Author : Peter Hadfield
language : en
Publisher: Pen and Sword Transport
Release Date : 2021-01-18
The Golden Age Of Yorkshire Steam And Beyond written by Peter Hadfield and has been published by Pen and Sword Transport this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-01-18 with Transportation categories.
Seven friends recall the days when steam power was king in Yorkshire, England. The Golden Age of Yorkshire Steam and Beyond includes a wealth of unique memories and experiences from a collection of railway enthusiasts, who in their youth were fascinated by the steam locomotives that ruled the rails. Discover what it was like growing up in York and experiencing the sights and sounds of the giants of the former LNER system, including A4s, A3s, A2s, A1s and V2s, along with the Jubilees, the Royal Scots, and Black Fives of the former LMS system and the BR Standards. Explore life on the footplate of the engines allocated to Royston shed, right up to the end of steam. Read about the push and pull service that ran from Cudworth - Barnsley - Cudworth across the iconic Oaks Viaduct, as well as the Barnsley - Doncaster and York - Doncaster - Darlington journeys. Memories of Leeds, Normanton, Doncaster, Wath and Penistone are also included, in addition to shed layout drawings of Royston, Doncaster and York. Providing a fascinating insight into a railway system now long gone, the book is designed to ignite the memories of anyone who enjoyed the thrill of trainspotting during the 1950s and early 1960s, when steam was still king, before the rapid introduction of diesel and electric traction led to the complete elimination of steam from the rail network in 1968, with the exception of Flying Scotsman. The 1970s saw the return of steam on the mainline with steam specials powered by preserved locomotives. “All the authors have grown up with the sights and sounds of London North Eastern Region (LNER) giants, the former London, Midland Scottish (LMS) system and the British Railways Standard locomotives. The book will surely ignite the memories of anyone who enjoyed the thrill of trainspotting during the aforementioned years. The introduction of diesel and electric traction during 1968 led to the complete elimination of steam locomotives apart from those now preserved.” —Doncaster Family History Society