Recognition
and Equipment information
Class
02
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Recognition
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Class
02
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| This fleet of 20 Yorkshire Engine Co built 0-4-0s were the only shunting locos built for the UK with a varandah at the cab end, in more typical US style. Emerging in 1960-61, this fleet were painted in BR green from new and sported yellow/black wasp ends. The need for such small pilot locos soon disappeared and many were withdrawn after just a few years in service. Several past to industrial use. One loco No. D2860 is now part of the National Collection at York and is often used to act as museum pilot. Under the TOPS classification system this fleet became Class 02. |
| Side elevation of No. D2852, showing the distinctive sloping bonnet section over the 170hp Rolls Royce power unit. The engine was accessed by two removable side doors. CJM Collection. |
| Varandah or cab end detail, showing the central door to the driving cab. On the buffer beam a central chain coupling is provided with a standard vacuum train brake connection. Four electric front/rear marker lights are provided. CJM Collection. |
| Nose end of Yorkshire Engine built Class 02, showing a ribbed radiator grille on the front, wasp warning paint work and four front/rear marker lights. The buffer beam has just a coupling shackle and vacuum brake pipe. CJM Collection. |