Classification
The classification of the Claud Hamiltons is complex but is summarised here:
- GER Class S46 (LNER Class D14), round-top firebox
- GER Class D56 (LNER Class D15), Belpaire firebox
- LNER Class D15/1, D15 with superheater and short smokebox
- LNER Class D15/2, D15 with superheater and long smokebox
- GER Class H88 (LNER Class D16), "Super Claud" with superheater, larger boiler and Belpaire firebox
- LNER Class D16/3, Gresley rebuild of D15 and D16 with round-top firebox, some with piston valves
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