© trainspo.comLMS Ivatt 2 2-6-2T
Built by LMS, BR
Overview of the LMS Ivatt 2 2-6-2T
Discover the LMS Ivatt 2 2-6-2T, a distinctive steam locomotive with a powerful 2-6-2 wheel arrangement.
This versatile engine, built by the LMS and later by BR between 1946 and 1952, played a significant role in British railway operations.
Its operational history includes service with the Isle of Wight Railway Co. Ltd. and the London Midland and Scottish Railway, showcasing its adaptability and enduring design.
With a gauge of 1435 mm and a weight of 64 tonnes, the LMS Ivatt 2 2-6-2T represents a classic era of steam locomotion.
Explore the impressive specifications, including a tractive effort of 77 kN, that made this locomotive a reliable workhorse on the tracks.
Learn more about the LMS Ivatt 2 2-6-2T and its contribution to the railway heritage.
LMS Ivatt 2 2-6-2T technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | LMS, BR · 1946–1952130 units | |
| Tractive effort | 77 kN17,310 lbf | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | 1'C1' h2 | |
| Whyte notation | 2-6-2 | |
| Length | 11.8 m38 ft 9 in | |
| Weight | 64 t141,096 lb |
Operators of the LMS Ivatt 2 2-6-2T
Railway companies that have operated the LMS Ivatt 2 2-6-2T, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Isle of Wight Railway Co. Ltd. | IWR 2MT | United Kingdom |
| London Midland and Scottish Railway | LMS 4P | United Kingdom |
LMS Ivatt 2 2-6-2T photos
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