A detailed history of the LMS Royal Scot 4-6-0s

By John Jennison THIS superb publication must surely be the definitive history of this iconic locomotive design for the LMS. The full story of the ‘Royal Scots’ really involves both the original parallel boiler version introduced under Sir Henry Fowler and the subsequent rebuilds under Sir William Stanier – effectively new locomotives. The latter locos were arguably some of the finest 4-6-0 passenger engines to operate in the UK. Both versions of the ‘Royal Scot’ Class are covered in almost forensic detail.

Absolutely all aspects of these terrific locomotives are described in a really substantial piece of detailed railway history research. The 16 main sections – covering everything from design and construction through operations and allocations to storage, withdrawals, disposals and preservation – are supplemented by 12 appendices and numerous tables. Surely anything a reader could want to know about a particular ‘Royal Scot’ loco is covered here.

This really is a first class piece of railway scholarship and research. It is eminently readable and supplemented throughout with numerous high quality monochrome images. Recommended in the strongest possible terms for anyone with an interest in our railways or locomotive development. RSS

Published by The Railway Correspondence and Travel Society www.rcts.org.uk

258 pages, hardback. £29.95