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LNER Class A3 4472 Flying Scotsman
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No. 4472 Flying Scotsman is a LNER Class A3 4-6-2 "Pacific" steam locomotive built in 1923 for the London and North Eastern Railway at Doncaster Works to a design of Nigel Gresley. Wikipedia
Build date: 24 February 1923
Builder: Doncaster Works
Designer: Sir Nigel Gresley
Order number: 297
Serial number: 1564
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Why is The Flying Scotsman so famous?
The Flying Scotsman holds the record for hauling the first ever non-stop London to Edinburgh service in 1928. It was the first locomotive to reach 100mph in 1934 and the first steam engine to travel all around the world (with visits to the USA and Australia).
Where is The Flying Scotsman currently?
Flying Scotsman | National Railway Museum.
Where will Flying Scotsman be in 2024?
Judith McNicol, Director of the National Railway Museum said: “After an amazing centenary year which has seen Flying Scotsman delight and inspire thousands of people, I can announce our plans to bring the world-famous locomotive to the National Railway Museum in York while we begin the search for its next custodian.
Can I travel on The Flying Scotsman?
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