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1940s steam locomotive in sidings

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1940s steam locomotive in sidings

Steam locomotive in sidings. 1940s steam locomotive being supplied with coal from sidings next to a water tower. Steam locomotives burn coal to boil water to produce steam to drive their engine. The coal is added to the locomotives bunker using the conveyor belt at right. This locomotive is from the Hunslet Austerity 0-6-0ST class, and has been preserved and maintained by the Scottish Railway Preservation Society at Borrowstounness in Scotland. It was built by the W. G. Bagnall engineering company in 1945, and used by the UK War Department (hence the WD lettering), with the number 75254

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1900s 1940s 1945 Coal Driver Engineering Fuelling Heritage Preserved Railway Restored Scotland Scottish Second World War Steam Locomotive Track Tracks Train Wartime World War 2 World War Ii Wwii Siding Sidings Stoker Stoking Water Tower


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This print captures the essence of a bygone era, showcasing a magnificent 1940s steam locomotive in sidings. The image transports us back to a time when these powerful machines were at the heart of transportation and industry. In this particular scene, we witness the intricate process of supplying coal to the locomotive from sidings adjacent to a towering water tank. Steam locomotives relied on burning coal to generate the necessary steam that propelled their engines forward. The conveyor belt seen on the right side efficiently delivers coal into the bunker, ensuring a steady supply for this Hunslet Austerity 0-6-0ST class locomotive. Preserved and maintained with great care by the Scottish Railway Preservation Society at Borrowstounness in Scotland, this historic beauty was built in 1945 by W. G. Bagnall engineering company for use by the UK War Department during World War II (as indicated by its WD lettering). With its distinctive number 75254 proudly displayed, it stands as an enduring symbol of British engineering prowess. The photograph not only showcases technological marvel but also offers glimpses into human involvement within industrial settings. A stoker can be seen diligently tending to his duties, ensuring that sufficient fuel is provided for optimal performance. As we admire this remarkable piece of history captured through lens and preserved for future generations, we are reminded of how far we have come technologically while appreciating our rich heritage and those who dedicated themselves to keeping our railways running smoothly.

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