'Tangmere' climbs Shap, 22nd June 2024

34067 Tangmere + 47746 Chris Fudge 29.7.70-22.6.10 T+T "The Cumbrian Mountain Express" 1Z86 06:30 London Euston - Carlisle. 86259 handed over to 34067 at Carnforth. with a 1 hour delay. The Class 47 was shoving hard as a Pendolino Class 390 was on its tail, and the special was recessed into the loop at Shap Summit.

34067 on the climb.

This locomotive is air-brake fitted, so can work with the CDL fitted Mk2 coaches.

A view closer to the road above Scout Green.

47746 working hard on the rear.

Further coverage from other photographers.