Hornby R30051 Bagnall 0-4-0DH Shunter, G. Lee Mining Co. Ltd

Hornby R30051 Bagnall 0-4-0DH Shunter, G. Lee Mining Co. Ltd

Details; Class – Diesel Shunters, Length 110 mm, Operator/Livery – Private Owner / Red, Running Number – 21, Wheel Configuration – 0-4-0, Motor – 3 Pole. Hornby Railroad Range

With demand for coal falling during the 1960s, many small mining companies were losing money hand over fist. Despite the difficult circumstances, the purchase of a Bagnall diesel locomotive allowed the G. Lee Mining Co. to resist closure owing to greater operating efficiency.

In fact, the locomotive made such an impact that there was hope the mine would stick it out long enough to rake in the big money once their competitors had closed down.