Icons of Steam have released information on the test trains that Locomotive Services TOC have recently operated on the Mainline, ahead of their first passenger-hauled tours later this year.

Test steam trains

Test trains started on March 6th (Tuesday), the route being Crewe to Chester and return, twice. Icon of Steam’s LMS Royal Scot Class No. 46100 “Royal Scot” was used.

These trains allowed staff, both footplate and support crew, to go over procedures and ensure safe operation of trains hauled by Locomotive Services TOC.

All six trains proved successful, with more test trains to follow soon.

Saphos Trains

All test trains are preparing staff for operating Locomotive Services TOC’s Mainline tours, under the trading name of Saphos Trains, which start on April 14th.

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