47357 got some fame for being the last steam train to be restored at derby works. The 3F moved back to the Midland Railway Centre with the running number of 16440 (Seen all over as a Hornby OO gauge model). After 47357 did sterling service at the Midland Railway Centre the locomotive was withdrawn for a major overhaul, but unfortunately due to price issues the locomotive is awaiting overhaul in a non operational condition
A group of enthusiasts from the Midland Railway Centre want to see the locomotive in steam again and so This appeal was set up and with your help we hope to raise enough funds so 47357 can live on.
The 47357 Jinty Appeal
47357 is a class 3F (3 freight) steam locomotives. 3Fs were used for shunting and light passenger and light goods work. They were to be found all over the LMS network, and worked all over the BR network.
47357 was built in Glasgow in 1926 by the North British Locomotive Company
47357 was first allocated to Willesden and then to Liverpool Edge Hill in 1950. The locomotive was withdrawn in 1966 and was then sold to the Woodham Brothers. 47357 was then sold to the Midland Railway Trust in 1970 and was then moved to Derby for restoration work.
