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Uncertain Future
At the time this picture was taken the Class 59 fleet faced an uncertain future. Freightliner had their own Heavy Haul Class 66s, with lower gearing than the standard locos, that appeared to suitable replacements should they decide to dispense with the Class 59s. Most at risk were the Class 59/2s owned by DB Cargo, which were not due to transfer with the Mendip stone contract in November 2019. 59.203 headed back to Merehead Quarry with 6C64, the 15:26 from Acton TC, photographed passing Berkley Marsh shortly before sundown on 20 September 2019.
PHOTO DATA FOR IMAGE 19-D-3550
camera : Nikon D610
lens : 70-200mm f/2.8
focal length : 180.0 mm
shutter : 1/800 sec
aperture : f/8.0
ISO : 640 ISO
original : Digital: 24MP NEF
SUBJECT DATA
Loco / Unit : 59.203
Train : 6C64, 15:26 Acton T.C. - Merehead Quarry stone empties
Location : Berkley Marsh, E of Clink Road Junction
Line : 135 Westbury - Cogload Jn
Country : United Kingdom
Date & Time : 20/09/2019 18:35