Trains Trains Trains on Instagram: "The British Rail Class 86 — a true icon of the electric age! Built in the mid-1960s by English Electric and BR Crewe Works, these locomotives marked a new era of high-speed, electric power on Britain’s main lines. Originally introduced for the West Coast Main Line electrification, the Class 86 could reach speeds of up to 100 mph (160 km/h) and was known for its distinctive hum and powerful acceleration. From express passenger services to heavy freight, these l