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202285 minPGdocumentary

2nd Generation EMUs

202285 minPGdocumentary

In the 1970s, British Railways introduced new electric multiple unit designs to replace aging models from the early years of nationalization.

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In the 1970s, British Railways introduced new electric multiple unit designs to replace aging models from the early years of nationalization.

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British Railways introduced new electric multiple unit (EMU) designs in the 1970s to replace outdated models from the early years of Nationalisation. The film uses recent footage alongside archive material from the British Rail era. It provides a comprehensive look at the evolution and impact of these 2nd Generation EMUs on the rail network in the UK. The documentary runs for 85 minutes.

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