Australian Railway Historical Society (ACT Division)

Steam Locomotive 3102 4-6-4 tank steam locomotive 3102 was built by the Beyer Peacock company in Manchester, UK, in 1914 and was one of 145 of the 30 class built primarily for Sydney suburban passenger work. 3102 was similar to the earlier 30 class engines, but ran on saturated steam. The introduction of electric trains in Sydney led to a surplus of these engines, and between 1928 and 1933, 77 of this class were converted to 4-6-0 engines with an attached coal and water tender, to operate on branch lines. 3102's "official" retirement came in June 1972 after 58 years service and the steaming of 1,272,888 miles (2,036,301 km). She joined the Society's fleet in 1976 and was returned to service in April 1977. She became affectionately known as "The Mouse". The need for extensive restoration led to a decision to retire 3102 in August 1986. She is now a static exhibit at Canberra Railway Museum. It is hoped eventually to restore the appearance of 3102 so that museum visitors can see the locomotive in her work-life appearance.

Click on picture for larger image; use your 'Back' button to return to this page    In the Canberra yard    View of the cab

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