| Built: | 1958 Metropolitan-Vickers | |
| Traction Type: | Diesel-Electric | |
| Equipment: | Metropolitan-Vickers | |
| Power Unit: | Crossley HST V8 | |
| Power Output: | 1,200 HP | |
| Max Speed: | 75 MPH |
| Train Brakes: | Vacuum Only | |
| Train Heating: | Steam Boiler (Isolated) | |
| Weight: | 97 Tons | |
| Length: | 56' 7½" | |
| Height: | 12' 1½" | |
| Width: | 8' 6" |
The Metro-Vic Class 28s were different to everything in many respects, not least the wheel arrangement from which the 'Co-Bo' or 'Bo-Co' name is derived, having a 'Bo' (two axled) bogie at one end and a 'Co' (three axled) bogie at the other. All five axles are powered via traction motors.
D5705 was withdrawn in 1968 and the whole class by 1969. D5705 survived only due to being used by the BR Research Division and later being converted into a Carriage Heating Unit as TDB 968006. The loco was secured for preservation in 1980 and, prior to arrival at the ELR, spent many years at Matlock.
In May 2016, with work on both bogies complete, D5705 was lifted back on to it's wheels having spent a few of years on stands. Both the CO and BO bogies have been completely stripped down and, following traction motor repairs off-site, refurbished and rebuilt.
D5705 was displayed in the bay platform at Bury during the 2016 Summer Diesel Gala event, Friday 8th to Sunday 10th of July. This allowed visitors to have a look onboard and get the latest information from the team of volunteers on hand and was very successful!
A dedicated team are progressing with the restoration. Please visit the Class 15 Preservation Society website or search for D5705 on Facebook for more detailed information on the project.
If you would like to donate to this unique and very worthwhile project helping us to restore the locomotive to operational condition please read on for details.
Donations
There are a wide range of events at the East Lancashire Railway ranging from Family and Education, Re-enactments, Sci-Fi, Transport and Collector's Fairs.
Selected events are shown below. See the ELR Website for the full event schedule.
| Event | Date(s) |
|---|---|
| Flying Scotsman on Display | Friday 3rd, Saturday 4th, Sunday 5th and Friday 10th March |
| Flying Scotsman at the ELR | Saturday 11th, Sunday 12th, Friday 17th, Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th March |
| 1940s Weekend | Saturday 27th to Monday 29th May |
| Day Out with Thomas | Saturday 29th, Sunday 30th April and Monday 1st May |
| Summer Diesel Gala | Thursday 29th, Friday 30th June and
Saturday 1st July |
| Day Out with Thomas | Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th August |
| Autumn Diesel Gala | Friday 15th and
Saturday 16th September |
| Day Out with Thomas | Saturday 30th September and Sunday 1st October |
| Autumn Steam Gala | Friday 13th, Saturday 14th and
Sunday 15th October |
Covid Safety
Whilst Covid-19 restrictions have been lifted, the ELR encourage passengers observe sensible social distancing precautions.
See the ELR Website for the latest details.
All events subject to availability
While every effort will be made to ensure events take place as advertised, rostered locos or units are available
and running to the advertised timetable, the ELR reserves the right to cancel or terminate without prior notice.
