© trainspo.comGWR 3200
Built by GWR
Overview of the GWR 3200
Discover the GWR 3200, a classic 4-4-0 steam locomotive built by the Great Western Railway in the United Kingdom.
Constructed between 1936 and 1939, this impressive engine features a standard gauge of 1435 mm, embodying the pinnacle of British railway engineering during its era.
Measuring 17.13 meters in length, 2.68 meters in width, and 3.91 meters in height, the GWR 3200 is a substantial machine. Its weight of 49 tons and a tractive effort of 84 kN highlight its robust performance capabilities.
Known also by its UIC classification 2'B' h2, the GWR 3200 represents a significant chapter in steam locomotion history, showcasing the technological advancements of its time.
GWR 3200 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | GWR · 1936–193930 units | |
| Tractive effort | 84 kN18,884 lbf | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | 2'B' h2 | |
| Whyte notation | 4-4-0 | |
| Length | 17.13 m56 ft 2 in | |
| Width | 2.68 m8 ft 10 in | |
| Height | 3.91 m12 ft 10 in | |
| Weight | 49 t108,026 lb |
Operators of the GWR 3200
Railway companies that have operated the GWR 3200, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Great Western Railway | GWR 3200 | United Kingdom |
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