Ecclesbourne Valley Railway

  • Railways returning to action!

    Railways returning to action!

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    It’s been a long time coming, but the main 2020 season for a number of Britain’s heritage railways and attractions is springing into action following the gradual easing of Covid-19 restrictions. Therefore, we thought we’d bring you a list in alphabetical order of which venues are operating and when they’re set to recommence. Note however,…

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  • Clayton builds hybrid locos for Tata Steel

    Clayton builds hybrid locos for Tata Steel

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    THE Clayton Equipment has completed the first of a three-loco order from Tata Steel, Port Talbot, which is replacing its ageing diesel locos. Clayton specialises in industrial locos, and is building a CBD90, which is a 90-tonne hybrid Bo-Bo locomotive.  Power is provided from the traction battery to 416kW maintenance-free, high-torque electric motors. On-board battery…

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