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Poster Print : Class 31 diesel locomotive No. 5583, built in 1960
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Class 31 diesel locomotive No. 5583, built in 1960
Class 31 locomotive No. 5583 was built by Brush Traction and entered service in January 1960
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 24474500
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Collection of high-quality poster prints, featuring the iconic Class 31 diesel locomotive No. 5583. This stunning image captures the raw power and grace of this Brush Traction masterpiece, which entered service in January 1960. Originally built for the Great Western Railway (GWR), No. 5583 is now a proud addition to the STEAM Museum's collection. Relive the golden age of steam railways with this captivating poster print. Perfect for railway enthusiasts, transport history buffs, and anyone who appreciates the beauty and engineering marvels of vintage machinery. Order yours today and bring a piece of railway history into your home or office.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 38.9cm (23.4" x 15.3")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the timeless beauty of Class 31 diesel locomotive No. 5583, a true marvel of engineering that was built in 1960 by Brush Traction. With its sleek and powerful design, this locomotive quickly became an icon of its time, symbolizing progress and innovation in the world of transportation. Entering service in January 1960, Class 31 locomotive No. 5583 embarked on a remarkable journey through history, serving as a reliable workhorse for many years. Its distinctive features and unmistakable presence made it instantly recognizable to railway enthusiasts and commuters alike. Now preserved at the STEAM Museum of the GWR (Great Western Railway), this extraordinary piece represents not only a significant era in rail transport but also serves as a testament to human ingenuity and craftsmanship. The meticulous attention to detail displayed by Brush Traction during its construction is evident from every angle. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are transported back to an era when steam engines were gradually being replaced by more modern technologies like diesel power. This image captures both the nostalgia for what once was and admiration for how far we have come. The Class 31 locomotive No. 5583 stands proudly within the museum's collection, reminding us of our rich industrial heritage while inspiring future generations with its timeless allure.
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