In 1979, there were 24 shunters allocated to Landore, and 54 main-line locomotive, predominantly Class 37s. Of the eight Class 03s allocated, five were assigned to working the Burry Port and Gwendraeth Valley Railway, remaining at the stabling point west of Llanelli station when not working, while the 16 Class 08s worked at various locations from being station pilot at Carmarthen to various locations in the Swansea area, with those working in the dock areas being fitted with Radio Telephones. In addition, shunters were hired out in the locality for use by the National Coal Board or in local steelworks or oil facilities.
