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Based at Midland Railway, Butterley in Derbyshire.

Built in August 1956.

Withdrawn from service in December 1967 after 11 years, 4 months of service.

It is paired with a BR1B tender.

Owned by the The Midland Railway Trust.

Last major overhaul was completed in 2005.

Boiler ticket expired in January 2016

Painted in BR lined Black livery with early crest.

On static display, awaiting overhaul at Swanwick Junction.

One of only two engines left in Britain with Caprotti valve gear.