80072 was completed at Brighton in 1953. Running-
It was rescued in 1988, with initial restoration proceeding at Swindon. A group of members purchased the locomotive in 1991, and restoration continued at both Swindon and Llangollen. Amongst other items requiring attention was a buckle in the mainframes, and a new wheelset had to be manufactured as one of the original wheels had been cut through after a derailment at Barry. In 1995 the whole engine moved to Llangollen for the later phases of restoration to start, and the following year it was moved, by now a 2-
Llangollen Standard 4 Trust
This locomotive has been restored by the Llangollen Standard 4 Project, and the Llangollen Standard 4 Trust is a charitable body set up to support the locomotive.
What is Special About 80072?
Do you want to see 80072 continue to work on the Llangollen Railway?
Do you support the Llangollen Railway in its need for modern efficient steam power?
Do you favour national and Welsh heritage and charitable causes?
Do you want the pleasure of riding behind a large standard tank engine regularly though the beautiful Welsh mountains?
Do you cherish the idea of being involved in the restoration and running of a fine steam locomotive?
If 'yes' is the answer to any of these questions, perhaps you would like to be part of the team supporting the operation of 80072. You can help by becoming a member of the Trust, by making a donation under gift aid, or by completing a deed of covenant. For more details of all of these, the Trust can be contacted at pete.evans80072@btinternet.com
Benefits of Membership
The Llangollen Standard 4 Trust has been set up as a support body to help repair, run, maintain, and enjoy the locomotive 80072. As the Trust expands it intends to:
By joining the Trust, you will:
Last updated 28th August 2009 by John Rutter
80072 in Llangollen Shed Yard
Above -
Below -
Below Left -
Centre -
Both pics 13th March 2007 at Crewe -
The rolling chasis awaiting the return of the refurbished boiler, Llangollen Shed 16th April 2008
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A View of the Future?
80136 at Llangollen & Carrog as the visiting locomotive of the Autumn Steam Gala 2007
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Shed Allocations
Plaistow
33A
November 1953
Tilbury
33B
December 1956
Swansea East Dock
87D
August 1962
Leamington Spa
2L
September 1963
Shrewsbury???
6D
June 1965
Withdrawn
July 1965
Barry
1968
Swindon
1988
Llangollen
1995
Principal Dimensions
Wheel arrangement
2-
Power classification
4MT
Nominal tractive effort
25,520 lbs
Weight
87 tons
Wheel diameters
5'8", 3'0"
Cylinders
Two 18½" x 28"
Boiler pressure
225psi
Valve gear
Walschaert
Route Availability
4
80072 in Llangollen Shed on 9th March 2008 awaiting the boiler
Photo -
Probably the saddest photo on this page. Ted Buckley says: This photo was taken on 15th September 1975, and shows 80072 in company with 35022 “Holland-
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Above -
Left to Right; Steam Test out of the frames at Crewe (2 pics -
20th December 2008 -
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Nigel in the smokebox May 2009.
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At 2pm on 7th August 2009, 80072 was standing at the entrance to Pentrefelin yard at the end of its first movement in steam since 1965.
Later it exchanged whistles with 6430 on the return service train working. Two locos both brought back to life at Llangollen.
George Jones
The Locomotive has now been passed into the paint shop to be finish painted in BR Black (JR 28/8/09) to be made ready for the Autumn Steam Gala on 11th, 12th and 13th September 2009
Even though the loco is now operational, the need for fundraising continues to pay for work done and build up the funds for the overhaul in 10 years time (Ten years will go past much more quickly than you can imagine). So please continue to support the locomotive through the Carrog Shop and other fund raising activities. (JR)
If you'd like to help, please get in touch: pete.evans80072@btinternet.com
80072 Operating on Llangollen Railway. 2019 saw the end of it’s first boiler ticket. The locomotive is out of service during 2019 for major overhaul.
Photos -
Last Day in Service -
Photo George Jones
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Desmond |
5532 |
5539 |
2859 |
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76079 |
Alco5197 |
7828 |
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44806 |
5643 |
Jinty 7298 |
Darfield No1 |
Betton Grange |
Patriot |
Night Owl 4709 |
LNER B17 Page |
48518 |
Willington Hall |
Visiting Diesels |
Previous Residents |
D5310 |
37240 |
47449 |
03162 |
08195 |
Davy |
D2892 |
D2899 |
37901 |
Eliseg |
46010 |
20142 |
25313 |
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Class 108 Set |
Wickham Cl109 Set |
Hybrid Unit 51618 & 56456 |
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