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Engine No. 15__2-6-0. A new and powerful class of 2-6-0 or "Mogul" type of goods locomotive has recently been built at Manchester for this railway. This engine has two simple inside cylinders, a superheater is fitted to the boiler, and a pony truck at the leading end. Two of these engines have been constructed and work the heavy goods trains between Dublin and Wexford. The total weight of engine and tender in working order is 81 tons. Dublin and South Eastern Railway, Ireland.

Engine No. 23__0-6-0 Four-cylinder Tank. A very interesting locomotive and unique in being the first instance of a British tank engine to have four cylinders. In the design all the modern appliances have been included, and the engine is well adapted to hauling heavy trains having frequent stops, and requiring rapid acceleration. A novel feature is the disposition of the inside and outside cranks. This engine has been working local trains around Stoke district. Built at Stoke, the weight in working order is 56 3/4 tons. L.M.&S. Railway North Staffordshire Section.

Engine No. 49 "Clan Campbell"__4-6-0. One of a new class of 4-6-0 or ten-wheel type built at New-castle-on-Tyne, and used for hauling heavy trains between Perth and Inverness. Situated between these two towns is Drumochter Pass, 1484 feet above sea level, the highest point reached by any railway in the country. These engines have two simple outside cylinders, superheater, Belpaire firebox, and mechanical lubricators. A spacious and roomy cab is provided for the protection of the driver and fireman. The total weight of engine and tender in working order is 104 1/4 tons. L.M.&S. Railway Highland Section.