Intercity 125 Collection

Inter-City 125 diesel locomotive number 254004, by Chris Hogg, 1993. These High Speed Trains were launched in 1974 and brought about significant improvements in speed

View of Swindon Works, 1982
A view of Swindon Works in 1982 with an Intercity 125 speeding past on the main London to Bristol line. The building it is passing is now STEAM - Museum of the GWR

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

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

King George V and an Intercity 125 at Paddington Station, 1971
An image where two eras of the railway meet; the King George V locomotive and an Intercity 125 are seen here at Paddington Station, London in 1971

HST Intercity 125 Design, c. 1980s
An image of a HST Intercity 125 used by British Rail for a publicity Christmas card, c.1980s. The HST is shown coming towards us, with the train in perspective

Intercity 125 with St Michaels Mount
A view of an Inter-city 125 nearing Penzance in Cornwall with St Michaels Mount in the background. Here the main line runs parallel with Long Rock Beach between Penzance and Marazion

Reading Station, c. 1988
This photograph shows Reading Station in Berkshire, c.1988, prior to the redevelopment of the station in 1989. An Intercity 125 is at one of the platforms and the Victorian station building

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The iconic InterCity 125, also known as the HST (High Speed Train), revolutionized rail travel in Britain. This time-exposure image captured by Chris Hogg in 1993 showcases the power and elegance of diesel locomotive number 254004. Since its introduction in the early 1970s, the Intercity 125 has been a symbol of speed and efficiency. King George V himself witnessed its grandeur at Paddington Station back in 1971, leaving an indelible mark on British railway history. Swindon Works, depicted here in 1982, played a crucial role in manufacturing these high-speed marvels. The design of the HST Intercity 125 was ahead of its time during the '80s, embodying modernity and sleekness that still impresses today. This train effortlessly glides through picturesque landscapes like St Michaels Mount or bustling stations like Reading Station circa late '80s. Its presence commands attention wherever it goes. As we approach Paddington Station's magnificent facade in this stunning shot from 1992, one can't help but feel awe-inspired by this engineering masterpiece. The InterCity 125 represents progress and innovation; it is a testament to human ingenuity and our desire for faster connections between cities. Whether you're a railway enthusiast or simply appreciate remarkable feats of transportation technology, the InterCity 125 continues to captivate hearts worldwide with its timeless design and unparalleled performance.