FOR the first time, a pair of Colas Class 70s have been used in top-and-tail mode on a Network Rail infrastructure test train. As part of a trial, Nos. 70810 and 70812 were used on a Eastleigh Works to Eastleigh Works diagram via London Waterloo on March 11, creating a rare sight of the class at the terminus. The trial train is seen passing Weybridge on the return to Eastleigh. The reason for the trial is unknown.
HOWARD LEWSEY