Two cutting-edge trains, separated by one stretch of track and nearly 100 years.
On Tuesday, the famous Flying Scotsman steam train came nose-to-nose with its successor, LNER's new 'Azuma' train.
Like the original Flying Scotsman, the new 125mph Azuma is set to begin running the Edinburgh to London route, .
The two trains stood side-by-side at Darlington Station following the Azuma's inaugural journey on the North East line, after the Azuma made its first trip from York.
The Flying Scotsman set many new records during its time on the tracks, pulling the first regular non-stop service between London and Edinburgh in 1928 and becoming the world's first locomotive to hit a verified 100mph in 1934.
Before its departure from York, the new Azuma also appeared alongside the Mallard steam engine, on a brief loan from York Railway Museum. The Mallard set a new speed record for a steam engine in 1938, hitting 126 mph.
LNER managing director David Horne said: "LNER is unique due to our rich heritage of history-makling people, trains and milestones.
"[Flying Scotsman and Mallard designer] Sir Nigel Gresley, Flying Scotsman and Mallard and the famous speed records are part of the deep well of inspiration we draw upon to drive us further forward in creating new milestones for LNER.
"Azuma is a great example of how we are transforming rail travel, much in the same way our predecessors have done, whether that be through the likes of the Class A4s, Delics, HSTs or Class 91s. They've all been great trains that have served LNER customers well over the years, and Azuma now continues that proud tradition of setting new standards in rail travel.
"The original Flying Scotsman service is much older than the locomotive of the same name, operating between London and Edinburgh from 1862. Throughout its 157-year-history, and through several different incarnations, the service has endured as a symbol of speed and excellence on the East Coast route. We are excited to be continuing that proud tradition."
