KL100, Jones Shunting Crane
4th March 2013
Facts & Figures
Name & Number | Shunting Crane, 10071 |
Class | Jones, KL100 |
Wheel Arrangement | 0-4-0DM |
Built | 1952, Letchworth |
Horse Power | 54hp (Doorman) |
Previous Owners | Ministry of Supply Weldit – Barrow |
History
The KL100 was delivered in 1952 to the Ministry of Supply and after completion of its military usefulness came to the dockland of Barrow-in-Furness in the service of Weldit Engineering Ltd. from where it was purchased by the L&HR in July 1980.
When fitted with a 40ft jib, it lifts up to 5 tons, reduced to 4 tons if fitted with a 50ft jib. It is now used mainly for permanent way maintenance.