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Steam locomotive

NBL LMS Royal Scot

Built by NBL, LMS

Weight
86 t
189,597 lb
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1927–1930
70 units
Axle arrangement
2'C' h3

Overview of the NBL LMS Royal Scot

Experience the majesty of the LMS Royal Scot steam locomotive.

This iconic machine, built by the London Midland and Scottish Railway between 1927 and 1930, represents a milestone in British railway engineering.

With its powerful 4-6-0 Whyte notation and a gauge of 1435 mm, the LMS Royal Scot offers exceptional performance on the tracks.

Its weight of 86 tons and a tractive effort of 148 kN make it a formidable force.

Currently, some examples are operated by the West Coast Railway Company, keeping its heritage alive.

Explore the history and power of this legendary locomotive.

NBL LMS Royal Scot technical specifications

Value
Built byNBL, LMS · 1927–193070 units
Tractive effort148 kN33,272 lbf
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement2'C' h3
Whyte notation4-6-0
Weight86 t189,597 lb

Operators of the NBL LMS Royal Scot

Railway companies that have operated the LMS Royal Scot, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
London Midland and Scottish RailwayLMS 7P Royal ScotUnited Kingdom
West Coast Railway CompanyWCRC 7P Royal ScotUnited Kingdom

NBL LMS Royal Scot photos

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