Description
Specific Locomotive History
Built for the Ministry of Supply in April 1945 and delivered as number ‘73755’ with works number 25601. ‘73755’ was a standard 2-10-0 but happened to become the 1000th British built locomotive transported to Europe to support the rebuilding since ‘D’ day. Initially shipped to Calais with other members of the class, they were temporarily surplus to requirements and placed into store.
After the locomotive had finished its active career with the WD it was sold to the Nederlandse Spoorwegen (Dutch Railways) and given the number ‘5085’. The loco was active until withdrawal in 1952, when it was preserved, and now resides in the Nederlands Spoorwegmuseum in Utrecht.
History, Info & Updates
We've made a handy blog post for this project which will give you a little bite-size history, info & continuous updates on the project. To view the WD 2-10-0 Austerity page, hover over 'WD Austerity 2-10-0' on the top menu bar and click 'Find out more' - you can then click on the 'WD 2-10-0 Austerity' blog post.
Release Date: Q2 2025
Specification
DC/DCC Ready
Die-cast boiler, smokebox & chassis
Brass & plastic constructed tender
Injection moulded cab & fine details
High quality coreless motor
Finely applied separate pipework
Separately fitted cab backhead detailing
Individual specific locomotive details
Separate fire irons included
Fully detailed wheels & axles
Working sprung screw link couplings
Sprung buffers
Left & right hand drive locomotives
Factory fitted DCC sound versions available
Finely detailed external and underside detailing
Brass bearings fitted to all axles
Firebox glow
Metal cylinder liners for smooth operation & longevity
Plug “N” Play Next-18 DCC easy access harness
Fully removable front & rear tension lock coupling
