BR Blue - Class 20s The 'Choppers'
In this video, we take a deep dive into the British Rail Class 20 diesel locomotive — one of the most distinctive and hardworking locomotives of the BR diesel era.
🚂 British Rail Class 20 Diesel Locomotives | History, Power & Legacy
Step back in time and discover the story of the British Rail Class 20 diesel locomotives — one of the most iconic and hardworking types in the history of UK railways.
In this short documentary-style video, we explore:
🔹 The origins of the Class 20 and its introduction to British Rail in the late 1950s
🔹 Why enthusiasts nicknamed them the “Choppers”
🔹 Their role on freight and passenger services across Britain
🔹 Routes, and areas where the Class 20s thrived
🔹 A surprise piece of history you will have never seen before!
Whether you’re a railway historian, trainspotter, or just love classic British Rail diesel locomotives, this video dives into everything that made the Class 20 special.