Diesel Collection

Lms Diesel Loco 10000
The London Midland and Scottish Railways diesel-electric loco no 10000

Deltic engine, final gear is being fitted into a phasing gearing assembly

Building Diesel Locomotives in Swindon
Engineers nearing completion on the first of 35 2, 700 hp diesel-hydraulic locomotives built at the Swindon Works for the Western Region

Class 52 Western Diesel Locomotive at Paddington Station
A view of a Class 52 Western Diesel Locomotive at Paddington Station, c.1960s, showing passengers on platform. The Westerns were built in the early 1960s at Swindon and Crewe

Class 40 Diesel-electric locomotive - English Electric Co
One of the new 2000 b.h.p. Class 40 diesel-electric locomotives built by The English Electric Company Ltd. in conjunction with the Vulcan Foundry Ltd

GLC-LFB Dennis diesel Compact Pump
Introduced into London in the mid-1970s, this narrow wheel base pump was not a dual purpose fire engine. It could only carry an extension ladder and not the 50 foot wheeled escape

GLC-LFB - Dual purpose pump fire engine
The GLC-LFB was created on 1 April 1965. A series of photos was commissioned of each type of fire engine, either within or absorbed into the enlarged London Fire Brigade

Eurostar service at Waterloo Station, by Chris Hogg, 1999. This extension to Waterloo is the London terminus for the Eurostar service to Brussels Midi station, Belgium and Paris Gare du Nord station

Land Rover Discovery 3 TDV6 HSE

Young Trainspotters
Boy trainspotters at Newton Abbot, Devon, England. In the platform is the Royal Duchy, with British Rail diesel engine Dragon at the head

Diesel Locomotive, The Royal Pioneer Corp, departing St Pancras, c1960

Bristol Temple Meads Station, c. 1936
A view of Diesel Railcar No. 11, built by AEC, waiting at a platform at Bristol Temple Meads in c.1936. These new streamlined railcars were very much of their time

Photograph of a British Railways diesel locomotive, taken during the British Transport Films production of A Corporate Identity filmed during April 1964

GLC-LFB - Dual purpose pump-escape fire engine
The GLC-LFB was created on 1 April 1965. A series of photos was commissioned of each type of fire engine, either within or absorbed into the enlarged London Fire Brigade

GLC-LFB - Dual purpose pump-escape fire engine
The GLC-LFB was created on 1 April 1965. A series of photos was commissioned of each type of fire engine, either within or absorbed into the enlarged London Fire Brigade

WILLOWGARTH TUG BOAT
Willowgarth, one of the REA diesel tugs, on the River Mersey at Liverpool, England. Date: built 1959

Drivers Ernie Simms and Brian Kervin on board diesel locomotive No. D7010
D7000 Hymek class locomotive

D865 Diesel Warship Class Locomotive, Zealous
Class 42

The Abraham Lincoln, First Streamlined Diesel Electric Train Between Chicago and St. Louis
View of the Abraham Lincoln streamlined diesel electric train. Train is traveling through the countryside

Time-exposure image of British Intercity 125 train
Intercity train. Time-exposure image of an Intercity 125 high-speed train. This train is capable of reaching speeds of up to 200 km per hour

GLC-LFB - Dual purpose pump fire engine
The GLC-LFB was created on 1 April 1965. A series of photos was commissioned of each type of fire engine, either within or absorbed into the enlarged London Fire Brigade

Time-exposure image of British Intercity 125 train
Intercity train. Time-exposure image of an Intercity 125 high-speed train. This train is capable of reaching speeds of up to 200 km per hour

LFDCA-LFB Volvo dual purpose diesel pump ladder
Pictured on Blackheath in SE London, the pump ladder from Greenwich fire station

The DRG Class SVT 877 Hamburg Flyer sometimes also Flying Hamburger or in German Fliegender Hamburger was Germanys first fast diesel train

Class 35 Hymek Locomotive No. D7067 with pristine livery in about 1966. These Type 3 Diesel Hydraulic locomotives operated on the Western Region

GLC-LFB ERF diesel pump-escape fire engine
The ERF pump escape attached to Millwall fire station, the latest addition to the Brigades appliance fleet. It was a dual-purpose appliance that could carry either the 50 foot wheeled escape ladder

Streamlined Rock Island Rocket - American train
Streamlined Rock Island Rocket of the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad - Innovative (and futuristic) American diesel-electric passenger locomotive design built by the Budd Company

Skoda Yeti TDI 4x4

Hundreds of rail fans turned out to give the Consett-Newcastle rail service a farewell on 17th March 1984. The Derwentside Rail Action Group decided to charter the last train

The Empire Builder, the majestic streamlined Diesel-Electric makes its way through Glacier National Park in the Rockies from Seattle to Chicago USA, Date: late 1930s

A new diesel locomotive pulls the Talisman into Newcastle on 25th August 1958. It is one of the new diesels which will replace the steam locomotive on the Kings Cross - Edinburgh run

45123 British Rail Diesel Locomotive, Gateshead, Northumberl
45123 British Rail Diesel Locomotive, Gateshead, near Newcastle, Northumberland, England. Date: 1960s

Napier Nomad compound diesel engine, port front quarter

Napier Nomad compound diesel engine, port view

Picture No. 10761754
Train - the historic diesel engines and trains of the Santa Fe Southern Railway are used for touristic excursions only Date:

LFB Dennis dual-purpose pump, Lambeth HQ
Lambeths (D61) pump at its base station, on display in Brigade headquarters drill yard. Side mounted pump outlets together with hose-reel tubing and two hook ladders can be seen

LFB Dennis dual-purpose pump, Lambeth HQ
Lambeths (D61) pump at its base station, on display in Brigade headquarters drill yard. Side mounted pump outlets together with hose-reel tubing and two hook ladders can be seen

2011 Volkswagen Tiguans 2. 0 Tdi
2011 Volkswagen Tiguans 2.0 Tdi

2005 Lexus IS 220d

2009 Mercedes Benz CLK Cabriolet
2008 Audi A4 2.0 tdis Line Convertible

Power and control in R101
The first diesel-engined airship: power and control in R101. Illustrations of some of the features of R101: a power car, the chart room, and mooring arrangements

Ballingham Station, c. 1960s
A view looking north towards Hereford as a diesel train approaches the station. This line was once part of the Hereford, Ross and Gloucester Railway

Skoda Yeti TDI 4x4 2009 silver

bmw 530d

A British Rail 10100
5308348 A British Rail 10100.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a British Rail 10100, an unusual experimental diesel locomotive known informally as The Fell Diesel Locomotive. Dated 19th century)

World Touring Car Championship
Yvan Muller (FRA) SEAT Leon TDi. WTCC, Rd17&18, Brands Hatch, England. 22 September 2007

Cultivating potato-fields, west side of San Joaquin Valley, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
West side of San Joaquin Valley, California. Caterpillar diesel type tractor is common in California. Only very large-scale operations can afford this type. Cultivating potato-fields

Cultivating potato field, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Cultivating potato field. California

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"Diesel: Powering the Future of Transportation" From the iconic Deltic engine to the final gear being fitted, diesel locomotives have revolutionized the world of transportation. Swindon has become a hub for building these mighty machines, with skilled engineers crafting each component meticulously. At Paddington Station, witness the majestic Class 52 Western Diesel Locomotive as it stands proudly, ready to conquer any journey. Meanwhile, the LMS Diesel Loco 10000 showcases innovation at its finest. Not limited to railways alone, diesel engines power various vehicles across different industries. The GLC-LFB Dennis diesel Compact Pump ensures that firefighters can swiftly respond to emergencies. On waterways, behold the strength of Willowgarth Tug Boat as it effortlessly navigates through currents. Even in urban settings like Waterloo Station, Eurostar services rely on diesel engines for their smooth operation and efficient travel experience. This extension marked a new era in connectivity and convenience. Venturing off-road takes us to Land Rover Discovery 3 TDV6 HSE - an epitome of ruggedness combined with modern technology thanks to its powerful diesel engine. Looking back at history reveals captivating moments captured by enthusiasts and professionals alike. Young trainspotters capturing memories alongside a British Railways diesel locomotive or witnessing a harmonious coexistence between steam and diesel locomotives in AE shop during the 1970s is truly remarkable. Diesel-powered journeys were not just confined within land boundaries; they extended into military operations too. The Royal Pioneer Corp's departure from St Pancras station aboard a robust Diesel Locomotive showcases their reliability even under challenging circumstances. Whether powering our daily commutes or propelling heavy machinery forward with unwavering strength – diesels continue shaping our world's transportation landscape while leaving an indelible mark on history.