33 209 at Strood with freight 6Y89.
Before the completion of the fuel pipe line to Gatwick Airport the railway operated numerous aviation fuel trains to Salford Oil Terminal. Most from the Isle of Grain Refinery were routed via the Medway Valley line with reversals at Hoo Junction and Redhill thus avoiding the congested London suburban area. 33 209 is seen putting down the power as it passes through Strood with train 6Y89 the 18.20 Hoo Junction Yard to Salford Oil Terminal.
33 209 at Strood with freight 6Y89.
Before the completion of the fuel pipe line to Gatwick Airport the railway operated numerous aviation fuel trains to Salford Oil Terminal. Most from the Isle of Grain Refinery were routed via the Medway Valley line with reversals at Hoo Junction and Redhill thus avoiding the congested London suburban area. 33 209 is seen putting down the power as it passes through Strood with train 6Y89 the 18.20 Hoo Junction Yard to Salford Oil Terminal.