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During her time as preserved engine, it ran on various heritage railways.
Technical details
| Series | 5700 |
| Set-up | Ct (0-6-0) |
| Length | 9500 mm |
| Diameter driving wheels | 1410 mm |
| Weight full | 48 ton |
| Grate area | 1 m2 |
| Gear | Stephenson |
| Cilinders | 2: 444x610 mm |
| Fuel capacity | coal: 3,4 ton |
| Water capacity | 5 m3 |
| Power | 100.15 kN |
| Remarks | Originaly designed as shunting engine, they were also used for passenger trains. It was one of the most numerous classes of British steam locomotive. |
History
| Date | Event | Owner | Series | Identification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1930 | Build for | Great Western Railway | BR 5700 | / 7715 |
| 1948 | Take over by | British Railways | BR 5700 | / 7715 |
| 1959 | Sold to | London Transport Executive | BR 5700 | / L99 |
| 1968 | Sold to | London Railway Preservation Society | BR 5700 | / L99 |
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