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Prior to the 1970's Deltics were unavailable for excursions and charters due to their ECML workload. These restrictions were eased in the late 70's, however, as work schedules declined with the onset of new HST timetables. One such occasion was on the 26th March 1978 when 55007 (D9007) "PINZA" worked the DAA "Man Of Kent" charter from Victoria to Dover Marine...
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...55007 is seen at Sittingbourne (here and in the image above). The locomotive is seen in excellent condition complete with white wheel rims and yellow axlebox covers...
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...55007(D9007) "PINZA" is seen at Dover Marine having arrived via "The Man Of Kent" railtour from London on the 26th March 1978.
| 26/03/78 - 1Z80 Littlehampton - Victoria, "Man of Kent" railtour (via Preston Park). Deltic Deadline No.48: Page 18. | |
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26/03/78 - 1Z80 Littlehampton - Victoria, "Man of Kent" railtour (via Preston Park). Rail Portfolio No.3: Page 56. |
