142030 - 55571 & 55621 - Class 142 Driving Motor Second & Driving Motor Second
Home Railway |
Location History |
Chasewater Railway Jan 20-Present |
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Current Location |
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Current Status |
Operational |
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Current Livery |
North Western "Gold Star" |
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TRA Designation |
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Owner |
Private |
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Website |
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Record Last Updated |
17 May 2025 |
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Preservation Modifications |
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Preservation Information Before carrying any passengers, 142030 was split up and each half treated to an extended period in the shed to undertake restoration tasks and a repaint into North Western "Gold Star" livery. The set was one of the few preserved Class 142's to receive heavy restoration works immediately, rather than being stored or placed into service straight away. The work took some years to complete, but by March 2025, the set had been outshopped and worked a member's special. In April 2025, 142030 made its debut in restored condition, being launched into public service on the railway. 142030 now regularly operates off-peak services at the Chasewater Railway and is regarded as one of the better restored Class 142 sets in preservation. |
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