| Built: | 1958 BR Horwich | |
| Traction Type: | Diesel-Electric | |
| Equipment: | English Electric | |
| Power Unit: | English Electric 6KT | |
| Power Output: | 350 HP | |
| Max Speed: | 15 MPH |
| Wheel Arr: | 0-6-0 | |
| Train Brakes: | Vacuum Only | |
| Weight: | 50 Tons | |
| Length: | 29' 3" | |
| Height: | 12' 8½" | |
| Width: | 8' 6" |
08479 was withdrawn from traffic in November 1991 at Cardiff Canton, entering preservation in 1993 and relocating to the ELR. For much of its ELR life 08479 ran in the BR Blue it was withdrawn in and was for many years arguably the hardest working loco based at Bury.
Running in fictional BR Black livery and numbered 13594, the loco forms part of the Baron Street Works pilot team with MSC 4002 and sees occasional usage as required.
There are a wide range of events at the East Lancashire Railway ranging from Family and Education, Re-enactments, Sci-Fi, Transport and Collector's Fairs.
Selected events are shown below. See the ELR Website for the full event schedule.
| Event | Date(s) |
|---|---|
| Day Out with Thomas | Saturday 30th September and Sunday 1st October |
| Autumn Steam Gala | Friday 13th, Saturday 14th and
Sunday 15th October |
| Halloween Ghost Trains | Thursday 26th, Friday 27th and
Saturday 28th October |
| DMU Weekend | Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th November |
| Santa Specials | Saturday 25th November to Sunday 24th December |
Covid Safety
Whilst Covid-19 restrictions have been lifted, the ELR encourage passengers observe sensible social distancing precautions.
See the ELR Website for the latest details.
All events subject to availability
While every effort will be made to ensure events take place as advertised, rostered locos or units are available
and running to the advertised timetable, the ELR reserves the right to cancel or terminate without prior notice.
