SCC Double Fairlie

Discover the remarkable Double Fairlie locomotive, a unique articulated steam engine renowned for its distinctive design and powerful performance.

This innovative locomotive, classified as a 0-4-0+0-4-0 Whyte notation, features two sets of driving wheels, enabling it to navigate tight curves and challenging gradients with exceptional agility.

The Double Fairlie, with a gauge of 597 mm, is a testament to ingenious engineering, often found operating on heritage railways like the Ffestiniog Railway in the United Kingdom, where it continues to captivate enthusiasts and passengers alike with its historical charm and robust functionality.