35018 main line test run

[Train wasp]

35018 had its first main line test run today.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iqI0Q5L0Rwo

 

[djpontrack]

I saw that yesterday as I was waiting for the Snug to open on Carnforth station. It looks really good.

 

[bishdunster]

Er, why is it carrying the nameplate Bodmin, a West Country Class ??????????

 

[Flying Phil]

Er, why is it carrying the nameplate Bodmin, a West Country Class ??????????

As it is in an unlined black livery they will probably be painting it again now that the initial trials have been completed - it would just look nicer with the Bodmin plates temporarily on, than with nothing?
Very nice to see it finally restored though - well done to all involved.

 

[Chris125]

Er, why is it carrying the nameplate Bodmin, a West Country Class ??????????

Galatea's first test run(s) were with Leanders nameplates, it's probably just another wind up.