Beattie Well Tanks: The Basics

When retired in 1962, the Beattie Well Tanks were the oldest designs - but not locomotives - still in use on BR (British Railways). Designed by Joseph Hamilton Beattie and built in batches from 1863 to 1875, they are a classic example of mid-Victorian locomotive design. Thanks to Chris Lawton for use of video of 30575 in Manchester. Check out his railway and organ videos here:    / chrislawtonorganist   Thanks to Ian Hardman:    / ianhardmanphotography   You can follow Rail Story on Twitter @Railstory and on Facebook   / onhistoricallines   Support me on Patreon to get early access to Channel content:   / railstory