The Hunslet Engine Company was founded in 1864 in Hunslet, Leeds, England. The company manufactured steam powered shunting locomotives for over 100 years, and currently manufactures diesel engined shunting locomotives.
As of 2012 the company is part of the LH Group, a subsidiary The Hunslet Steam Company maintains and manufactures build steam locomotives.
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