Graham Farish 371-017RJSF
British Rail Class 08 08761 British Rail Provincial
Class & Prototype
- Class: British Rail Class 08
- Traction: Diesel
- Transmission: Electric
- Built: 1952-1962
- Total Built: 996
The British Rail Class 08 diesel-electric shunter represents Britain's most numerous locomotive class with 996 built 1952-1962. Powered by the reliable English Electric 6KT diesel engine producing 350-400hp, these 0-6-0 yard locomotives continue working after seven decades, with 100-170 still in active service alongside 87 preserved examples. The Class 08's universal deployment across freight yards, passenger stations, and industrial sidings from 1953 to present makes it the most versatile British diesel for model railway layouts.
No prototype found.
Operator & Livery
- Operator: British Rail Provincial
- Livery: -