British Rail Class 24 (Sulzer Type 2) The British Rail Class 24, also known as the Sulzer Type 2, was one of the quiet heroes of Britain’s diesel revolution. Built between 1958 and 1961 as part of the 1955 Modernisation Plan, these locomotives helped bridge the gap between steam and the modern railway we know today. In this video, we explore the full story of the Class 24 — from its rugged Sulzer engine and distinctive early liveries, to its hard-working life across Britain. You’ll discover how

Class 24, D5054 (24054), is one of just four preserved examples from the original 151 strong fleet of class 24 locomotives. This locomotive was built at the BR Crewe works in 1959. It was withdrawn from normal BR service in 1976. However, it was then converted to a carriage heating unit (ADB968008). It was based in a few locations in the West Country in this capacity until moved to Cambridge in 1982 and stored. It was secured for preservation in 1983 and now usually based at the East Lancashire