Locomotives & Rolling Stock

No. 3 'Robert' — 4w-4 Diesel Hydraulic Locomotive

Locomotive No. 3 'Robert' is the oldest resident locomotive still at Ruislip Lido Railway. Built in 1973 by Severn-Lamb Ltd to the designs of David Curwen, Robert was styled with an iconic cab and body outline similar to the famous mainline Class 52 'Western' diesel-hydraulic locomotives of British Rail. Key Specifications Number & Name: No. 3 'Robert' Type: 4w-4 Diesel Hydraulic Engine: 1.8 Litre 'Ford' Engine Weight: 1.3 tons Built: 1973 Builder: Severn-Lamb Ltd (to the designs of David Curwen) Other Notes: Repainted in 2011; operated the railway prior to the formation of the Ruislip Lido Railway Society in 1979.