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Originally Posted by Christopher Dent
Like other contributors I would have to go for the Deltics seeing all 22 by 0/9/62. I remember seeing the prototype at Shipley, West Yorks about 1955. I was only pulled by one three times, twice from Kings Cross to York D9002(55002) on both occasions in 1962. In late December 1980 55011 Alcydon took me from Darlington to York a few days before it was condemned. I could sit at home and hear their distinctive sound. It was a sad time when they went. Glad several were saved but they rarely get the chance to show their worth.
Chris Dent
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Got to agree with you; they dont show what they can do these days on many restricted speeds limits as seen on the heritage sites!
For me they have to be the best diesels ever!
Cheers
Phil