Great Central Railway Locomotives
This is a comprehensive list of locomotives and rolling stock based at the preserved Great Central Railway at Loughborough, Leicestershire and the Nottingham Transport Heritage Centre near Ruddington.
Read more about Great Central Railway Locomotives: Mainline Steam Locomotives, Industrial Steam Locomotives, Mainline Diesel Shunters, Industrial Diesel Shunters, Mainline Diesel Locomotives, Diesel & Electric Multiple Units, Coaching Stock
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