Urie class H2 4-6-2T no 30520 stands in the extensive sidings at Nine Elms shed in October 1959. The so-called Green Tanks, introduced in 1921, were specifically designed to handle heavy short-trip regional interchange freights originating from Feltham yard. All 5 of the class were withdrawn and cut up in 1962.
Location: Nine Elms Shed (former)
Original line: London and South Western Railway
Photographer: Robin Barbour Collection (Courtesy Bruce McCartney)
Contact photographer: Robin Barbour Collection (Courtesy Bruce McCartney)
Date: 03/10/1959
Image number: 35983