| Built: | BREL 1979 | |
| Lot No 30625/1962 | ||
| Traction Type: | Diesel-Electric | |
| Equipment: | English Electric | |
| Power Unit: | EE 4SRKT | |
| Power Output: | 560 HP | |
| Max Speed: | 70 MPH |
| Train Brakes: | Electro-Pneumatic Air | |
| Train Heating: | Electric | |
| Weight: | 61 Tons | |
| Length: | 64' ¾" | |
| Height: | 12' 6" | |
| Width: | 9' 3" |
Despite now being equipped with standard gauge bogies, there are no plans to resurrect 8099 as an operational unit. Affectionately known as 'Paddy', 8099 acts as a workshop and stores for the Class 15 Preservation Society who are working on the restoration of Class 15, D8233 and Metrovic CoBo D5705. More details can be found at their website: www.d8233.org.uk
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) |
|---|---|
| Day Out with Thomas | Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd October |
| An Evening with John Cameron at Bury Transport Museum (includes meal) | Friday Evening 14th October |
| Autumn Steam Gala | Friday 14th, Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th October |
| DMU Weekend | Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th November |
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.
