© trainspo.comNine Elms Works Beattie Well Tank
Built by Beyer & Peacock, Nine Elms Works
Overview of the Nine Elms Works Beattie Well Tank
Discover the Beattie Well Tank, an iconic steam locomotive from the United Kingdom.
This historic machine was built by Beyer & Peacock in the Nine Elms Works between 1863 and 1875.
Part of the London and South Western Railway, classified as LSWR 0298, the Beattie Well Tank is a beautiful example of railway engineering from its era.
It measures 7.98 meters in length and 3.65 meters in height, with a weight of 38 tons.
With its standard gauge of 1435 mm, this steam locomotive was known for its reliability and design.
Experience the legacy of the Beattie Well Tank, an important piece of railway history in the United Kingdom.
Nine Elms Works Beattie Well Tank technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Beyer & Peacock, Nine Elms Works · 1863–187585 units | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Length | 7.98 m26 ft 2 in | |
| Height | 3.65 m12 ft 0 in | |
| Weight | 38 t83,776 lb |
Operators of the Nine Elms Works Beattie Well Tank
Railway companies that have operated the Beattie Well Tank, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| London and South Western Railway | LSWR 0298 | United Kingdom |
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