Class 47306 Starting Up @ Bodmin Diesel Gala 2007

[NOMAD8459]

Has anyone ever considered boring out a class 47 sulzer engine and fitting larger pistons? Anyone know if this is technically possible, after all if you have an aging loco that has ground its cylinder block a bit, it would make sense, obvioulsy there is a cost in terms of replacing the pistons but maybe there is a bit more HP to be gained??

[marklandynut]

Ah, the double six. Does exaclty what it says on the tin. Two inline 6 cyl engines side by side built into the same block with the cranks geared together. Its also probably the largest engine ever to be used in a UK loco at 266 litres, although not the most powerful. Bulit in Barrow, exported around the world.

[guthywoodry]

OH, Yes !

That is one well loved Sulzer !

[bisbutt]

trains rule

[55022RSG]

i like how you got the priming

[LordGeorgeRodney]

I love B&W railway!

[smiffy1071]

I love the tick over noise of a big sulzer double 6.

[diddydeltic]

oooo yes thanks for the comment

[PBR14akaAdam]

shed ned lol!!

[47822]

nice vid 47 rule