44767

4767 was completed on the last day of the LMS, 31 December 1947 at Crewe Works. It was unique amongst the 842-strong class in that it featured outside Stephenson link motion in addition to other experimental features; a double chimney, Timken roller bearings throughout and electric lighting.

These modifications were part of a series of experiments by George Ivatt to improve the already excellent William Stanier-designed Black Five.

4767 was renumbered 44767 by British Railways after nationalisation in 1948. It's double chimney was removed in 1953. It was withdrawn in December 1967 after a working life of only 20 years.
There are a of of new photos added along with some close up photos of the motion on 44767
https://railway-photography.smugmug...-44758-44799-built-1947/44758-44799/i-wbqRDKn

Neil

 

Neil,

The first shot standing next to the Flying Pig is at Carnforth (10A).

Dave

 

Thanks Dave

Neil

 

Neil, the last shot is Garstang and Catterall

 

Thanks
Neil