WAGR M class
Class of Australian 2-6-0+0-6-2 Garratt locomotives From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Class of Australian 2-6-0+0-6-2 Garratt locomotives From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The WAGR M class was a class of 2-6-0+0-6-2 Garratt-type articulated steam locomotives operated by the Western Australian Government Railways (WAGR) between 1912 and 1955. A total of 13 were built by Beyer, Peacock & Co, Manchester in two batches.[1]
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The first batch of six engines was constructed in 1911. These engines, entered into service with WAGR in 1912, were only the third Garratt design to be produced and represented a significant step in the development of the type. The second batch, which consisted of seven units, was built in 1913/14 and designated as the Ms class due to the use of superheated steam. One of the engines from the first batch was retrofitted with a superheater and given a Ms classification.[2][3]
All of the M/Ms class locomotives were utilized to haul trains on the WAGR's light lines. They were withdrawn from service between 1947 and 1955, and all were scrapped.[1]
The numbers and periods in service of each member of the M class were as follows:[1]
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The numbers and periods in service of each member of the Ms class were:[1]
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The M class designation was previously used for the M class locomotives that were withdrawn in 1911. It was reused in the 1970s when the M class diesel locomotives entered service.
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