British Rail Class D3/3 facts for kids

Specifications
Configuration:;
• Whyte	0-6-0 DE
• UIC	C
Gauge	4 ft 81⁄2 in (1,435 mm) standard gauge
Wheel diameter	4 ft 6 in (1.372 m)
Loco weight	47.50 long tons (48.26 t)
Prime mover	Crossley ESNT 6
Traction motors	Crompton Parkinson, 2 off
MU working	Not fitted
Train heating	None
Train brakes	Vacuum

Type and origin
Power type	Diesel-electric
Builder	British Railways’ Derby Works
Build date	1955
Total produced	10

Quick facts for kidsBritish Rail Class D3/3
Type and origin
Power type	Diesel-electric
Builder	British Railways’ Derby Works
Build date	1955
Total produced	10
Specifications
Configuration:;
• Whyte	0-6-0 DE
• UIC	C
Gauge	4 ft 81⁄2 in (1,435 mm) standard gauge
Wheel diameter	4 ft 6 in (1.372 m)
Loco weight	47.50 long tons (48.26 t)
Prime mover	Crossley ESNT 6
Traction motors	Crompton Parkinson, 2 off
MU working	Not fitted
Train heating	None
Train brakes	Vacuum
Performance figures
Top speed	20 mph (32 km/h)
Power output	Engine: 350 bhp (261 kW)
Tractive effort	35,000 lbf (155.7 kN)
Career
Railroad(s)	British Railways
Class	D3/3; later 3/1B; no TOPS class
Number	13117–13126; later D3117–D3126
Axle load class	Route availability 5
Retired	1966–1967

British Rail Class D3/3 was a 0-6-0 shunting locomotive built by British Rail at their Derby Works in England. It was similar to the British Rail Class 08, except they were built with different engines and traction motors. They were all withdrawn and scrapped after only twelve years of service.