On a wet day in October 1973 80105 is journying North, on a Wynns low loader at Shap on the old A6.
Parked up at Cairn Lodge services for the driver's complulsory rest break
It's still raining as the engine passes Lesmahagow.
80105 has arrived safely at Larbert Yard. Note that even back in the 1970's low load trailers had rear steering wheel facilities to help with cornering and to reduce tyre wear.
At this moment, if engines could breathe a sigh of relief, this would be it! Rescued from the scrap yard, rerailed, and now in the caring hands of the LOG(S) team.
The poster on the side tank reads "Catch the Bass Special"
The engine crosses the Scottish border at Gretna Green.
The American looking tractor unit is a Scammell, a popular choice for low loader haulage in the 1960's and 70's.
80105 is now on the final leg of the journey, on the way to Larbert Yard.
80105 arrives at Larbert Yard with a policeman on hand to control the traffic and ensure the safety of the public. The engine is now in the care of LOG(S) and will ultimately be moved to Bo'ness for restoration and maintenance.
The engine, having arrived safely At Larbert Yard is carefully manoeuvered into position for the rerailing process.
In the 1970s, Robert Wynn & Sons (commonly known as Wynns) was at the absolute peak of its reputation as the UK’s premier heavy haulage specialist. Operating out of their headquarters in Newport, South Wales, the firm became a household name for moving the "impossible", including large industrial machinery, construction equipment, and even entire buildings. With a fleet of custom-built low loaders and a team of highly skilled drivers, Wynns was the go-to company for transporting oversized loads across the country. (Source:- vertikal.net)