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Matt78 liked Lord Belborough's post in the thread 1466 - GWS first loco.
1466 arrived at Didcot West yard on Friday. Hopefully it's moving to DRC today. [ATTACH]
Jul 5, 2025 at 10:22 AM
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Matt78 replied to the thread Industrial Loco Updates.
possibly not accurate to Haulwen at MA but No8 certainly has them so it’s pro-typical. As No8 is in LMR livery and 7754 is in BR colours then it was a reasonably good opportunity to do something different. regards Matt
Jul 3, 2025 at 9:58 PM -
Matt78 liked alexl102's post in the thread Industrial Loco Updates.
A few things I've seen recently: - Haulwen returned to service today - Austerity tank HE3163 WD132 Sapper at the Dean Forest Railway could be out on trials following overhaul next month, and it's hoped it'll be ready in time to cover for 9681...
Jul 3, 2025 at 3:15 PM -
Matt78 liked silversteellady's post in the thread Industrial Loco Updates.
Accurate or not I think looks pretty nice :) Not to mention that I don't think many British steam locos have worn wasp stripes in preservation, let alone in this black & white style so I think it helps in making Haulwen look unique
Jul 3, 2025 at 2:54 PM -
Matt78 attached a file to the thread The Gwili Railway thread.
Another day of celebration as Haulwen returns after 9 years. Huge congratulations to all the team involved. regards Matt
Jul 2, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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Matt78 attached a file to the thread The Gwili Railway thread.
It’s been a while since we had a vintage carriage update so here we go GWR 216 is starting to have the sapele beading fitted after the long process of making templates. Door locks are being modified to prevent closure of the door in the latch up...
Jun 30, 2025
