Staffordshire Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 I am interested in the 4 Thompson A2/1 pacifics, 60507 - 60510 Basically trying to ascertain if there were any differences (visibly) between the 4 locomotives ... I would be very grateful for any comments regarding any perceived variations between the 4 locos, especially in the later years of their lifes. (1954 - 1960). Many thanks, Ian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Rathbone Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 I suggest you pose the question on “Wright Writes”, I’m sure Tony can tell you. Ian R 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NZRedBaron Posted July 23, 2023 Share Posted July 23, 2023 Far as I can see, the main differences are cosmetic, depending on the time period; initially they were outshopped with six-wheeled tenders and small wing deflectors mounted on top the smokebox; Highland Chieftain then was the first to change, as she got Sir Ralph Wedgewood's 8-wheel tender in 1945 (the standard six wheelers being too small for purpose), with the other getting 8-wheel tenders in 1949; and then after 1946, the A2/1's began to get large smoke deflectors like the new A2/3's that were coming into service. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffP Posted July 23, 2023 Share Posted July 23, 2023 The relevant RCTS green book would be your bible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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