LMS 8F

Built by LMS, LNER, SR

Weight

73 t

160,937 lb

Length

19.22 m

63 ft 1 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1935–1946

852 units

Axle arrangement

1′D' h2

Overview of the LMS 8F

Discover the LMS 8F, a powerful steam locomotive built in large numbers between 1935 and 1946.

This impressive machine, with its 2-8-0 wheel arrangement and standard 1435 mm gauge, was a reliable workhorse for the London Midland and Scottish Railway (LMS), London and North Eastern Railway (LNER), and Southern Railway (SR).

Measuring 19.22 meters in length and weighing 73 tons, the LMS 8F boasts a tractive effort of 144 kN, making it ideal for hauling heavy freight trains.

Experience the strength and heritage of this iconic British steam locomotive.

LMS 8F technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	LMS, LNER, SR · 1935–1946852 units
Tractive effort	144 kN32,372 lbf	32,372 lbf
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	1′D' h2
Whyte notation	2-8-0
Length	19.22 m63 ft 1 in	63 ft 1 in
Weight	73 t160,937 lb	160,937 lb