Class 08 Shunter

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Class 08  0-6-0 Shunter.

 

Class introduced by BR in 1953 as a development of earlier pre-Nationalization designs. English Electric 350 hp 6 cylinder engine with 2 EE nose-suspended traction motors and a double reduction gear drive. Maximum speed 20mph.

Last Updated: January 14, 2009
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