English Electric Class 50: 1967 onwards (all models) (Owners' Workshop Manual)

An eye-opener as far as the life of this class of locomotive is concerned and how they were treated by British Railways various maintenance depots. The prototype - DP2 - pointed the way that a well designed and maintained loco should perform during it's short life. Then the "boffins" of BR decided that more bells and whistles were needed which, in time, were to prove to have severe repercussions on their performances until the mid-life refurbishment of the whole class was performed. What these machines were capable of was finally brought into focus where depots were able to turn out reliable equipment until the eventual withdrawal came which made the Hoovers such an iconic machine.Fortunately, the heritage movement made sure that a large percentage of these locomotives were kept alive with expertise from former engineers from BR and that we have today witnessed some extraordinary feats of haulage that speak volumes for their present owners dedication to keep them running. Even Network Rail hire them for movement of their own rail equipment as well as the various tour companies and long may that last.This book opens up the world of heavy rail engineering with details of their complexity and the trials and tribulations of maintenance of such iconic machines. Numerous personal appraisals are interspersed throughout accompanied by superb photographs which bring the whole work into sharp focus and into the present day as the 50th anniversary of the 50's entry into service comes due very shortly. Altogether a highly informative book and a mine of reference information which will last for many years.

One of my favourite classes, remember them well. This book is very informative and is an interesting read. Well illustrated too.

A great read with lots of nice photos

Excellent value for £6 from Amazon, it’s a lovely book for anyone who likes the class 50 locos, lots and lots of color photos and a great deal of technical operations procedures is detailed that I’ve never seen before. If your a 50 fan this book is a must and incredible value at this price

Loved by a 50 enthusiast

Great book I worked with class 50’s on br I wanted this book for ages I was really cheap so I thought go for it any body into diesel traction will like it pity they don’t do one on class 37

Excellent book. Well thought out. I particularly like the chapter written by Driver Middleton regarding his experiences with the locomotives. I hope that future Haynes Manuals will be published in the about other British Railway locomotives etc.

This book is not an operations manual or anything that is useful to a driver. It is however a great read for anybody wanting another book to add to their book collection of this Class 50.