BR LMS 5MT

Built by LMS, BR

Weight

73 t

160,937 lb

Length

19.5 m

64 ft 0 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1934–1951

841 units

Axle arrangement

2'C' h2

Overview of the BR LMS 5MT

Explore the iconic LMS 5MT steam locomotive, a British railway legend with a significant history serving the London Midland and Scottish Railway and various heritage operations across the United Kingdom.

This powerful 4-6-0 locomotive, built between 1934 and 1951, features a 1435 mm gauge and represents the engineering prowess of its era.

With a substantial length of 19.5 meters and a weight of 73 tonnes, the LMS 5MT was a workhorse that left an indelible mark on railway operations. A total of 841 units were constructed, making it a key part of steam locomotive fleets.

Discover the enduring appeal of this classic steam locomotive, a machine that continues to captivate railway enthusiasts with its robust design and operational legacy.

BR LMS 5MT technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	LMS, BR · 1934–1951841 units
Tractive effort	113 kN25,403 lbf	25,403 lbf
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	2'C' h2
Whyte notation	4-6-0
Length	19.5 m64 ft 0 in	64 ft 0 in
Weight	73 t160,937 lb	160,937 lb

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Operators of the BR LMS 5MT

Railway companies that have operated the LMS 5MT, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
London Midland and Scottish Railway	LMS 5MT	United Kingdom
Nene Valley Railway	NVR LMS 5MT	United Kingdom
North Yorkshire Moors Railway	NYMR Standard 5MT	United Kingdom
West Coast Railway Company	WCRC 5MT	United Kingdom