Great Central Railwayana Auctions

Auction Catalogue: Great Central Railwayana, 2 December 2017

Great Central Railwayana Auction Sale 237, Auction Lot 234
Lot 234 A smokebox numberplate, 2184, from a GWR 0-6-0 tank originally built at Wolverhampton, Works No 749, in May 1904 as a 2101 Class 0-6-0 saddle tank No 2145. It was converted to a pannier tank in February 1929 and further converted with increased brake power in June 1939 when it was re-classified to 2181 Class and renumbered 2184. It survived into BR days at Croes Newydd from where it was withdrawn on 30 October 1950 and cut up at Swindon Works in the four weeks ending 27 January 1951. The front repainted. £600-800
 This lot did not sell at the auction. It may still be available to purchase for the reserve price of £550.00 plus 18% commission and VAT. If you are interested in purchasing this Lot, please contact the GCR office without delay.