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Great Western 'Kings' (Haynes Great Locomotives)
Great Western 'Kings' - Haynes Great Locomotives Author:Kevin McCormack The 30 ?King? class 4-6-0s were the GWR?s most prestigious express passenger engines. When introduced in 1927 they were the most powerful steam locomotives in Britain. The most famous was No. 6000 King George V which visited the USA for the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad centenary. It was preserved on withdrawal in 1962 and after steam had finished o... more »n British Railways it ?broke the ban? when it returned to main-line operation, setting the scene for today?s numerous steam specials. Three ?Kings? survive and are always a huge draw for enthusiasts whenever they appear on the main line, on heritage railways or exhibition display.« less