GER Classes S46, D56 and H88 - Classification

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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