Cotter, Jarrod
English Electric Class 50: 1967 onwards
- ISBN 13:
- 9781785210600
- author:
- Cotter, Jarrod
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Haynes Publishing UK
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 160
- Dimensions:
- 8.62(w) x 11.00(h) x 0.50(d)
- Genre:
- Railway
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The English Electric Class 50 Locomotives is a detailed guide to the history and operation of these iconic trains. Built by English Electric between 1967 and 1968, fifty examples were constructed for express passenger services on the West Coast Main Line. Initially used on the non-electrified section between Crewe and Scotland, they were later moved to services in the south west of England. The Class 50s gained a nickname among rail enthusiasts due to the distinctive sound made by their air-filters, which proved unreliable and were eventually removed during mid-life refurbishment. Despite this, the "Hoover" moniker stuck. As the line from Crewe to Glasgow was electrified, the locomotives were reassigned to services on the mainline from London to Exeter. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the English Electric Class 50 locomotives, covering their design, operation, and history. With over 160 pages of detailed information, it is an essential resource for anyone interested in British rail history.
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