GNRI Class T2

GNR(I) class T2

Type and origin Power type Steam Builder Beyer, Peacock & Co. (10) Nasmyth, Wilson & Co. (10) Order number BP: 01881 (1921), 147 (1929) Serial number BP: 6035–6039, 6630–6634 NW 1423–1427, 1435–1439 Build date 1921, 1924 and 1929–30 Total produced 20

Specifications Configuration 4-4-2T UIC class 2′B1′ h2t Gauge 5 ft 3 in (1,600 mm) Driver dia. 5 ft 9 in (1.753 m) Cylinders Two, inside Cylinder size 18 in × 24 in (457 mm × 610 mm)

Career Operators GNR(I) → UTA and CIÉ

The Great Northern Railway (Ireland) T2 class was a class of 4-4-2 tank locomotives. The GNR(I) had introduced the T1 class numbered 185–189 in 1913. They were designed for both suburban services and longer runs such as Dublin to Drogheda and Belfast to Armagh. They proved so successful that a further twenty were commissioned in 1921, 1924 and 1929. Although externally identical in appearance to the T1, they were classified as the T2 class having larger tanks and higher boiler pressure, and were used successfully on both fast passenger work and freight.

Model

The T2 is currently available as a 00 gauge etched-brass kit from Studio Scale Models. It includes transfers, brass etches, most nameplates and cast white metal parts.

References

• Rowledge, J. W. P. (1993). Irish Steam Locomotive Register. Stockport, Merseyside: Irish Traction Group. ISBN 0-947773-33-9. 

See also

• Diesel Locomotives of Ireland
• Multiple Units of Ireland
• Coaching Stock of Ireland
• Steam locomotives of Ireland