Brighton works U

Built by Ashford Works, Brighton works, Eastleigh Works

Weight

112.5 t

248,020 lb

Length

17.63 m

57 ft 10 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1928–1931

50 units

Axle arrangement

1'C' n2

Overview of the Brighton works U

Discover the fascinating U class steam locomotive, a remarkable example of British railway engineering.

This locomotive, built by the Southern Railway between 1928 and 1931, represents an era of rail transport that continues to captivate.

With its distinctive 2-6-0 wheel arrangement (Whyte notation) and a 1435 mm gauge,

the U class was a dependable workhorse in the United Kingdom.

It was manufactured in Ashford, Brighton, and Eastleigh Works, with 50 units produced.

Measuring 17.63 meters in length and weighing 112.5 tonnes,

this steam locomotive stands as a testament to the power and technological advancements of its time.

Explore the history and engineering of this iconic locomotive.

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Ashford Works, Brighton works, Eastleigh Works · 1928–193150 units
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	1'C' n2
Whyte notation	2-6-0
Length	17.63 m57 ft 10 in	57 ft 10 in
Weight	112.5 t248,020 lb	248,020 lb