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Class 52 No. D1015 Western Champion

  • Western Champion re-engined but woes continue after festival

    Western Champion re-engined but woes continue after festival

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    Sam Hewitt

    MAIN-LINE certificated Class 52 No. D1015 Western Champion is seen at Severn Valley Railway (SVR) Kidderminster, ex-works, on September 15.  Owner Diesel Traction Group has installed an overhauled MD655 engine in the B end, which was started successfully, and the loco participated in the SVR’s October 3-6 diesel festival.  However, the A-end engine has deteriorated because…

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