LMS 3978 Fowler 3500 gallon

LMS 3978 Fowler 3500 gallon

LMS  3978 Fowler 3500 gallon
LMS 3978 Fowler 3500 gallon

 

Present Location Churnet Valley
Designed For LMS
Type & Original Water Capacity Fowler 3500 gallon
Original Coal Capacity (tons) 5.5
Chassis Type Fowler standard wheelbase 3 axle
Wheelbase 6ft 6in + 6ft 6in
Gauge 4ft 8½in
Current Water Capacity (gallons) 3500
Current Coal Capacity (tons) 5.5
Allocated To 44422 LMS 4F class 0-6-0
Present Number 3978
Owner 44422 Locomotive Co Ltd
Status Under Restoration/Overhaul
Notes Became a water or sludge carrier at Bescot before purchase for preservation. Tank has not been replaced since preservation but will require repair or replacement during current overhaul.
Photo by Mike Haddon
Photo Date 16/04/2005
Date Record Last Updated 19/12/2019


 
 

 

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