Collett 2884 class (developed from Churchward 2800 class) 2-8-0 (2884-2899 & 3800-3866)

I have added a large collection of over a 100 photos of Collett’s 2884 class, developed further from the Churchward 2800 class

They were designed for heavy freight work and were a development of the earlier 2800 Class. The 2884s differed from the original engines in a number of respects, the most obvious being that a more modern Collett side window cab was provided and that they were built with outside steam pipes.

83 of the 2884 class were built between 1938 and 1941. Those built during the war did not have the side window to the cab, and the side window on the others was plated over. This was to reduce glare, as a precaution against enemy air attacks. The windows were reinstated after the war.

Starting here with 2887 on the R.C.T.S. Plymouth Railway Circle The Cornubian 3rd May 1964

https://railway-photography.smugmug...lett-2884-class-2884-2899-3800-3866/i-PNF2bbn

https://railway-photography.smugmug...lett-2884-class-2884-2899-3800-3866/i-MxsQ76t

everyday use
from 2889

https://railway-photography.smugmug...lett-2884-class-2884-2899-3800-3866/i-dqwhJtW

through 8 pages to
last built 3866

https://railway-photography.smugmug...lett-2884-class-2884-2899-3800-3866/i-xp6DCFt


Neil