© trainspo.comLMS Princess Royal
Built by LMS
Overview of the LMS Princess Royal
Explore the LMS Princess Royal, a magnificent steam locomotive built for the London Midland and Scottish Railway.
This iconic 4-6-2 classification locomotive, designated as a "Steam loc", showcases impressive engineering from its era.
Constructed between 1933 and 1935, the LMS Princess Royal boasts a substantial length of 22.66 meters and weighs 106 tons, providing a tractive effort of 179 kN.
With a gauge of 1435 mm, this British locomotive is a significant piece of railway history.
Discover the intricate details of this classic model, a must-see for any railway enthusiast.
LMS Princess Royal technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | LMS · 1933–193513 units | |
| Tractive effort | 179 kN40,241 lbf | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | 2'C1' h4 | |
| Whyte notation | 4-6-2 | |
| Length | 22.66 m74 ft 4 in | |
| Weight | 106 t233,690 lb |
Operators of the LMS Princess Royal
Railway companies that have operated the LMS Princess Royal, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| London Midland and Scottish Railway | LMS 7P Princess Royal | United Kingdom |
LMS Princess Royal photos
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