Rail Express is essential reading for today’s rail enthusiasts and photographers; and the April issue brings you the latest news, headlines, images and features from across the entire rail network.

Undoubtedly the best for modern traction photography, the magazine keeps readers informed and entertained with undiluted coverage of Britain’s railways in the diesel and electric era. Here’s what you’ll find inside the April issue…

CLASS 50S – THE TWILIGHT YEARS

It’s 30 years since the ‘50s’ were withdrawn, but their diagrammed use ended two years earlier. David Russell recalls the final years of regular operation.

FEBRUARY PICTORIAL

A round-up of images sent to Rail Express this month.

‘IF IT’S NOT RIGHT,IT’S NOT GOING OUT’

A slam-door EMU returned to London Waterloo in January after 6820 days. Richard Clinnick visits the team looking after the 4-VEP to find out what happens next.

0 TO 60!

Just how nimble is the Stadler Class 777 being introduced with Merseyrail? John Heaton finds out.

And there’s lots more to read in the April edition. If you like the look of this month’s issue, it’s available to order here. Alternatively, subscribe to save your pennies and receive every single issue through your letterbox, with free delivery.