© trainspo.comBR 4MT 4-6-0
Built by BR
Overview of the BR 4MT 4-6-0
Explore the iconic 4MT 4-6-0 steam locomotive, a true symbol of British railway heritage.
Built between 1951 and 1957 as part of the BR 4MT series, this impressive machine features a classic 4-6-0 Whyte notation.
Measuring 18.29 meters in length and weighing 69 tonnes, it embodies the engineering prowess and power of its era.
Previously operated by the British Railways Board, it continues to captivate train enthusiasts and visitors today, notably at the Severn Valley Railway.
BR 4MT 4-6-0 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | BR 4MT | |
| Built by | BR · 1951–195780 units | |
| Tractive effort | 114 kN25,628 lbf | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | 2'C' h2 | |
| Whyte notation | 4-6-0 | |
| Length | 18.29 m60 ft 0 in | |
| Width | 2.68 m8 ft 10 in | |
| Height | 3.96 m13 ft 0 in | |
| Weight | 69 t152,119 lb |
Operators of the BR 4MT 4-6-0
Railway companies that have operated the 4MT 4-6-0, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| British Railways Board | BR 4MT 75xxx | United Kingdom |
| Severn Valley Railway | SVR 4MT 75xxx | United Kingdom |
BR 4MT 4-6-0 photos
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