40012 Aureol, Class 40

Running number (BR/operator)	40012
Name	Aureol
Locomotive class	British Rail Class 40
Current location	East Lancashire Railway
Owner / preservation society	Class 40 Preservation Society
Operating status	Static display
Current livery	BR Brunswick green (1960s style)

A preserved class 40 english electric locomotive.

Service status last confirmed: 2024, December 2025 reported as being towed to Crewe Diesel Depot for potential main-line return with Locomotive Services Limited.

Last recorded as based at the East Lancashire Railway, owned by Class 40 Preservation Society. Operating status: Static display. Current livery: BR Brunswick green (1960s style).

Location, livery and operating status last confirmed pre-2024 and subject to change. Check with the owning organisation or heritage railway for current information.

Additional notes

Service status last confirmed: 2024, December 2025 reported as being towed to Crewe Diesel Depot for potential main-line return with Locomotive Services Limited.