American S160 # 5197 leaving Cheddleton

Great shot but it sort of gives a little clue as to why they would no longer be possible in much of the country, much as though many would love to see their return!
Best wishes,
Andy

Hi Andy,

Thank you for your visit and keen observation here. You are right, we could not tolerate a whole city full of locomotives like this. However, we note in this case that American locomotives never seem to burn their fuel as cleanly as British ones, and that this amount of dirty exhaust is somewhat unusual.

Best Wishes
Peter

What a lovely shot Peter on what looks like a very overcast day .. well taken indeed

Best wishes ... steve

Hi Steve,

Thank you for your visit. You are right, it was cold and overcast, with the odd bits of rain too, hence none of the scenic shots worked well. This is trackside, just outside Cheddleton station, the last of three very different pictures from this departure for Ipstones.

Best Wishes
Peter

Hi Peter,

A very interesting reply you gave to Andy. I didn't know that, but can certainly see it in this picture.
A super shot all the same.

Best wishes, Rosa.