71000 The Devonian 04-05-08

[@hurleyfunbags]

Another superb selection of shots Martyn. Despite the problems 71000 still displayed what a powerful beast she is. We had a breathtaking run back from Plymouth and in particular from Exeter to Bristol.

[@RailMon]

Absolutely superb record of the salient events that day. I was in the 'Duke's' support coach and the incidents on Dainton made me cringe. Hugh.

[@1Z64]

Thank you. I'd say it was about ten minutes. As the train rounds the curve you hear the Duke whistle for assistance from the diesel. But apparently the class 67 was set in the wrong mode and when the driver tried to apply power the computer shut the system down and applied the brakes. No surprise then that violent slipping resulted.

[@GreatWestern175]

Its very good how you can get to places by car within a few places to get mainline engines, were as with me its by cycle (or by train) depending on were to go.

[@1Z64]

Thanks for your comment mate.I agree that despite the problems encountered,the Duke put in a storming performance.I am glad you enjoyed your day.

[@GreatWestern175]

I've never seen the Duke struggle up a bank so badly! I had a bad feeling she nearly woulda ended up like Blue Peter in 1994

[@carnebidwell6692]

How long was the Duke stuck there for? Fantastic filming by the way

[@broomboi]

and also it could of the crew aswell and the weight of the coaches

[@broomboi]

yeah but remember she stoped at newton abbot that could be why

[@jiffyman]

Plus the dead skip too.....

[@broomboi]

i wouldent be supprised it was gone in a second after you went though newton abbot (have a look at my video)

[@broomboi]

shame yestaday what happend :(

[@broomboi]

yeah plus that royal peace of useless crap!