80105 a British Rail Standard Class
4MT Tank Engine
Purchased and Cared for by the
Locomotive Owners Group (Scotland) Ltd. aka (LOGS)
Chairman's Welcome
At Bo'ness Station
LOG(S) Ltd. was incorporated on 8th May 1973 as a private limited company with the aim of acquiring a reasonably modern steam locomotive.
To that end they acquired ex-BR Standard Class 2-6-4T No. 80105 from the famous Barry scrapyard in Wales in 1973.
In the intervening years they have also acquired three 100hp, vertical-boilered, Sentinel shunting locomotives, “Denis”, "Ranald" and “John”. They also own some coaches, POT 80437, SK 24895 and BSK 35304; the latter is currently on hire to the Wensleydale Railway in North Yorkshire.
LOG(S) Ltd. is not the recipient of any external grants or commercial sponsorship. Funds are raised directly from shareholders, through retail activities and hiriring the engine out to other heritage railways. A shop is based in an ex-Royal Mail van (POT 80437) at Bo’ness,whilst a sales stand attends some model railway shows and local swap meets in Central Scotland.
In the following pages you can learn some of the history of LOG(S) and its locos; plus the continuing restoration, overhaul and maintenance of the same.
LOG(S) Ltd is a full member of the Heritage Railway Association (HRA), Main Line Steam Locomotive Owners Ltd
About 80105
Running Characteristics and Performance, Power & Handling:
80105 was a powerful "mixed traffic" locomotive capable of handling
heavy commuter loads, with a top speed of 75 mph, allowing it to
perform comfortably on mainline local duties.
Steaming Capability:
The engine is characterized as a "free-steamer," meaning it maintained
boiler pressure easily, which made it highly efficient for demanding
work. While it spent its early life on the London, Tilbury, and
Southend (LT&S) line, it proved equally capable in its later life on
the Cambrian Coast section of the Western Region. It was designed to
run equally well in both directions, although, in typical practice, it
was usually turned to operate bunker-first less frequently.
Driving Experience:
Drivers have noted its robust performance, with stories of 80105
handling 11-coach trains between Fenchurch St and Southend.
High Regard:
The class 4MT 2-6-4T, including 80105, is recognized as one of the
best of the BR Standard designs.
Reliability:
Built at Brighton in 1955, 80105 was known for its reliable
performance and solid construction.
Short Working Life:
Despite its popularity, 80105 had a very short, active working life
with British Railways, from 1955 to July 1965, due to the rapid
dieselization of the lines it worked, including the LT&S, where it was
displaced by electrification.
Preservation Success:
Following its disposal and subsequent rescue from Barry Scrapyard, it
has become a firm favorite in preservation, notably at the Bo'ness and
Kinneil Railway.
Latest News:
Some pictures of 80105's Boiler being uplifted have been added with more to follow shortly.
In the meantime, please feel free to contact us with any questions or comments you may have using the e-mail link under the menu heading.
