Boxpoc wheel. The BFB or 'Boxpoc' wheel was a feature of Bulleid locomotive designs, being both stronger and lighter than traditional spoked wheels. This is West Country class 4-6-2 no. 34046 'Braunton'.
Boxpoc wheel. The BFB or 'Boxpoc' wheel was a feature of Bulleid locomotive designs, being both stronger and lighter than traditional spoked wheels. This is West Country class 4-6-2 no. 34046 'Braunton'.
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Nowadays having been active on the Swanage and Bluebell Railways, rebuilt West Country 4-6-2 no. 34028 'Eddystone' awaits a buyer.Previous | NextPartly dismantled in this shot is one-time Stewarts Lane and Nine Elms stalwart 'Battle of Britain' class 4-6-2 no. 34073, '249 Squadron'. The loco currently awaits restoration at the Mid Hants Railway.

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