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BR Standard Class 8 Locomotive Quiz
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BR Standard Class 8 Locomotive Quiz

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What was the name of the single 4-6-2 Pacific steam locomotive designed by Robert Riddles for use by British Railways?

  • Duke of Gloucester (correct)
  • Princess Anne
  • Britannia
  • Princess Royal

    • Which type of valve gear was incorporated into the Duke of Gloucester locomotive design?

  • Modified Caprotti valve gear (correct)
  • Walschaerts valve gear
  • Stephenson valve gear
  • Piston valve gear

    • Why was the Duke of Gloucester locomotive regarded as a failure by locomotive crews?

  • Poor steaming characteristics
  • High fuel consumption
  • Problems with draughting
  • All of the above (correct)

    • Where was the Duke of Gloucester locomotive saved from being scrapped?

    <p>Woodham Brothers scrapyard in Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, South Wales</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the result of the restoration of the Duke of Gloucester locomotive by a group of railway enthusiasts?

    <p>One of the most efficient and powerful steam locomotives ever to run in Britain</p> Signup and view all the answers

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