Ex-LMS Fowler 'Jinty' class 0-6-0 Tank No. 47400. Built by Vulcan Foundry of Newton-le-Willows in November 1926 as LMS No. 7400 and withdrawn in August 1965.
This atmospheric August 1964 view alongside the footpath inside Crewe Works, is rightfully a favourite of the photographer, Arthur Hall. The various locomotives allocated for duties in these hallowed grounds, carried a 'W' prefixed target, according to what duties were being undertaken. 47400 was a relatively youthful denizen amongst Crewe's works shunters. Many types of vintage ex-L&NWR, L&YR and even Caledonian 0-4-0 and 0-6-0 tank and tender engines were utilised over the years, eventually supplanted by diesels.

© Arthur Hall-SA Collection