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Mystery mishap

Posted: Mon Jan 23, 2012 11:30 pm
by SmithsLad
Engine2.jpg
I'm trying to identify this loco and the possible scenario, as it has some relevance to my gggrandfather, though I don't yet know what!
It is almost certainly an NER engine that has been derailed and the number on the cab is 474. Anyone offer a clue? The scene is possibly in the Hartlepool area, sometime between 1900-1920 I guess. Any help appreciated.

Re: Mystery mishap

Posted: Mon Jan 23, 2012 11:43 pm
by 52A
474 NER class T built April 1903, renumbered 3278 in March 1946 then became 63278 class Q5 under BR. Withdrawn August 1950.

Re: Mystery mishap

Posted: Wed Jan 25, 2012 3:30 pm
by SmithsLad
52A wrote:474 NER class T built April 1903, renumbered 3278 in March 1946 then became 63278 class Q5 under BR. Withdrawn August 1950.
I'm grateful for that …