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Built in 1910, No. 19 later became LMS number 11243 and
was sold in 1931 to John Mowlem for use on a major contract at Southampton
Docks where she was named ‘Bassett’. Four years later the locomotive
was moved to London, re-named ‘Prince’ and operated at the Charlton works of
United Glass Bottle Manufacturers Ltd. Weighing just over 21 tons and
a short wheelbase, Pugs were the ideal choice for shunting duties on
docksides and yards where they could easily negotiate tight radius curved
track.
Acquired
from industrial service in 1969, No. 19 is currently at the
Ribble Steam
Railway at Preston,
externally restored to exhibition condition. Sponsorship sought for
restoration of this locomotive in time for its centenary in 2010.
Image shows 19 in LMS livery No.11243. |