Work to Fit ETCS to Class 66s Begins

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Guest authors

DB’s Class 66 locomotive 66070 prepares to enter the depot at Toton for its ETCS fitment. DB Cargo Class 66s are being fitted with the new European Train Control System (ETCS) this week.

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