SR Maunsell N class 2-6-0 31874

Loco Information

This unique loco reopened the mid hants in 1977 and became quite a populer engine. This loco is the last of its class and is seen here at ropley.

The Locos were designed by R. Maunsell at Brighton Works.

The loco was named twice in preservation, as "Anzac Line" and as "Brian Fisk", although it never carried these in service.

Later on 31874 was painted as "James the Red Engine" from Thomas and Friends when a problem occurred in the firebox and it was withdrawn for a major overhaul.

31874 is owned by John Bunch at a private site, where is presently starting to undergo a major overhaul. It is now on loan to the Swanage Railway with 31806 and 31625 after being at the Mid-Hants Railway since its purchase.