© trainspo.comHunslet Engine Dinorwic Alice Class
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Overview of the Hunslet Engine Dinorwic Alice Class
Discover the robust Dinorwic Alice Class steam locomotive, a testament to enduring engineering. Built by Hunslet Engine between 1886 and 1904, eleven of these remarkable machines were produced.
Featuring a 578 mm gauge and a 0-4-0 Whyte notation, the Dinorwic Alice Class exemplifies classic narrow-gauge industrial locomotion. Its UIC axle configuration is B' n2.
A significant chapter in its operational history includes service on the Bala Lake Railway in the United Kingdom, where it is known as the BLR Dinorwic Alice. These locomotives embody the craftsmanship and charm of bygone railway eras, standing as a valuable piece of heritage.
Hunslet Engine Dinorwic Alice Class technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Hunslet Engine · 1886–190411 units | |
| Track gauge | 578 mmNarrow gauge1 ft 10¾ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | B' n2 | |
| Whyte notation | 0-4-0 |
Operators of the Hunslet Engine Dinorwic Alice Class
Railway companies that have operated the Dinorwic Alice Class, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Bala Lake Railway | BLR Dinorwic Alice | United Kingdom |
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