Humble Highland Helper
The longevity of the humble Class 08 shunter is a testament to those who designed and built them. They do what they say on the tin with no frills or complications and - whilst far fewer in number these days - those that remain have stood the test of time.
Built in 1958 at Doncaster works, 08 523 is still working hard on a daily basis at the grand age of 60 years old. RMS Locotec's Inverness-based 'gronk' is seen here preparing to draw the Caledonian Sleeper Highlander stock out of the station after the arrival of the overnight 1S25 service from Euston.
Humble Highland Helper
The longevity of the humble Class 08 shunter is a testament to those who designed and built them. They do what they say on the tin with no frills or complications and - whilst far fewer in number these days - those that remain have stood the test of time.
Built in 1958 at Doncaster works, 08 523 is still working hard on a daily basis at the grand age of 60 years old. RMS Locotec's Inverness-based 'gronk' is seen here preparing to draw the Caledonian Sleeper Highlander stock out of the station after the arrival of the overnight 1S25 service from Euston.