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Building Diesel Locomotives in Swindon
Engineers nearing completion on the first of 35 2, 700 hp diesel-hydraulic locomotives built at the Swindon Works for the Western Region. The locomtive is flanked on either side by 2, 200 hp diesel locomtives. Photograph by Heinz Zinram
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Diesel Engineering Engineers Finishing Heinz Hydraulic Locomotive Locomotives Manufacture Manufacturing Modernisation Shed Swindon Trains Zinram
10"x8" Photo Print
Discover the rich history of railway engineering with our stunning photographic print from Media Storehouse, featuring "Building Diesel Locomotives in Swindon" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the intense focus and dedication of engineers as they near the completion of the first of 35 powerful 2,700 hp diesel-hydraulic locomotives built at the Swindon Works for the Western Region. This captivating image offers a unique glimpse into the past, perfect for railway enthusiasts, historians, or anyone who appreciates the craftsmanship and innovation behind these iconic machines. Bring the nostalgia of steam train era into your home or office with this exquisite, high-quality print.
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In this evocative photograph by Heinz Zinram, engineers are seen in the final stages of completing the first of 35 new 2,700 hp diesel-hydraulic locomotives at the Swindon Works in Wiltshire, England. The locomotive, a testament to the ingenuity and industrial prowess of the Western Region, is flanked on either side by two smaller 2,200 hp diesel locomotives. The scene exudes a sense of finishing and manufacture, as the workers meticulously attend to the details of this modern marvel of rail transport. The Swindon Works, a historical hub of engineering and industrial innovation, had been at the forefront of railway manufacturing since the late 1800s. In the 1950s, with the advent of diesel-electric and diesel-hydraulic locomotives, the Works underwent a period of modernisation. This photograph captures the essence of that transformation, as the new locomotives, with their sleek lines and powerful engines, began to take shape. The D1000 series locomotives, as they were known, were designed to replace the aging steam locomotives and provide more efficient and reliable passenger train services. The diesel-hydraulic technology offered several advantages over diesel-electric locomotives, including greater power output and simpler design. The workers in this photograph are a testament to the skill and dedication required to bring these complex machines to life. Heinz Zinram's photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the world of rail transport manufacturing in the mid-20th century. It captures the sense of industry, progress, and innovation that defined the Swindon Works and the Western Region during this period. The locomotives in the photograph stand as symbols of the past and the future, representing the rich history of rail transport in Britain and the ongoing evolution of this essential mode of transport.
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