Beauly to Denny powerline transformer makes its way through Perthshire

The first of two massive 89-tonne transformers needed for the £600m Beauly to Denny powerline made its way through Perthshire.

Both electrical transformers were constructed in Porto, Portugal, and are destined for a new substation in Braco.

The Beauly to Denny power line will carry renewable energy generated in the Highlands to central Scotland via 600 newly-built towers.

The transformers had been taken to Scotland from their previous location in Bristol docks.

Due to their weight a specialist haulier has been employed to ensure the safe delivery of the units.

A private escort was accompanied the transformer as it made its way up to Braco along part of the A9 and the A822.

Picture by Phil Hannah