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  1. 26D_M replied to the thread LE movements, ECS and test runs 2026.

    Well if part of the loaded test run function is to test spark arresting mechanisms, doing so during a designated high fire risk period would be quite .... brave.

    Aug 17, 2026 at 3:36 PM

  2. 26D_M liked Big Al's post in the thread Flying Scotsman Main Line Railtours September 2026.

    For locos based in the area that is definitely the obvious option. Not certain why a Plandampf style, one train up-one train back, steam service isn't on offer daily in the summer. Sadly, the most appropriate rolling stock isn't available. Well,...

    Aug 17, 2026 at 3:28 PM

  3. 26D_M replied to the thread 45212 goes mainline.

    You could well be right in that the downturn of demand came on unexpectedly because at the time 5212 was withdrawn 12 months or so ago the noises were that it would be turned around immediately for use 2026 onwards. Clearly the projection [for 4...

    Aug 17, 2026 at 3:26 PM

  4. 26D_M replied to the thread LE movements, ECS and test runs 2026.

    Will the black fire risk status have been lifted by Wednesday?

    Aug 17, 2026 at 1:21 PM

  5. 26D_M replied to the thread Flying Scotsman Main Line Railtours September 2026.

    At the risk of veering into the "Transparency .... etc" territory, that depends on the marketing. If one of the selling points is "travelling in the style of the steam era" but the plan is to use 1970s Inter City coaches I would consider there to...

    Aug 16, 2026 at 6:40 PM

  6. 26D_M replied to the thread 45212 goes mainline.

    Well, Riley's decided against overhauling 5212 on economic grounds but have committed to restoring 5163 as the "new" third five so that perhaps gives an indication of what relative expense is required to turn 5212 round. Presumably all the main...

    Aug 16, 2026 at 3:58 PM

  7. 26D_M liked 60044's post in the thread 45212 goes mainline.

    Do you think it will be quicker overhaul 45212 than the others that have already been started? Not sure I agree!

    Aug 16, 2026 at 3:47 PM

  8. 26D_M replied to the thread Flying Scotsman Main Line Railtours September 2026.

    Perhaps unrelated but in the same issue Rail Adventure is advertising for mainline qualified steam drivers which is an indication of a new steam TOC in the offing, presumably using Eastern Rail Services modern stock though.

    Aug 16, 2026 at 3:04 PM

  9. 26D_M liked steamingyorkshire's post in the thread 45212 goes mainline.

    90733 and 5775 are currently being overhauled. The Jinty was extracted from Oxenhope earlier this year for assessment. The S160 is also been assessed.

    Aug 16, 2026 at 2:55 PM
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