King Class Collection

Design drawing for the King Class locomotive, 1927

King Class locomotive at Dawlish, 1933

Railway Queen Mabel Kitson on King George V at Swindon, 1928
Railway Queen Mabel Kitson, photographed on the running board of GWR locomotive King George V, at Swindon Works in 1928. Mabel became Railway Queen in 1927, aged 15

King George V with a Borough of Swindon headboard, 1974

King George V at Plymouth, c1930s
King class locomotive number 6000, King George V, can be seen here at the GWRs Millbay Docks in Plymouth. It is seen alongside a Western Nation bus

King George V and an Intercity 125 at Paddington Station, 1971
An image where two eras of the railway meet; the King George V locomotive and an Intercity 125 are seen here at Paddington Station, London in 1971

Wheeling a King Class locomotive, A Shop, 1927

King Class Four-Cylinder Express Locomotive - Great Western Railway, 1935
" King" Class Four-Cylinder Express Locomotive - Great Western Railway, 1935. From " Railway Wonders of the World, Vol. 1". [The Amalgamated Press Limited, London, 1935]

King George V at Twyford East Signal Box, 1940

The Cornish Riviera Express drawn by a King class locomotive, 1935-36
The " Cornish Riviera Express" drawn by a " King" class locomotive between Dawlish and Teignmouth (Devon), 1935-36. From " Railway Wonders of the World, Vol. 2"

Australian Navy on locomotive No. 6021 King Richard II, 1945
A group of visitors from the Australian Navy pose for this photograph on top of locomotive No.6021 King Richard II. The officers

King George V Express Locomotive
3780454 King George V Express Locomotive; (add.info.: King George V Express Locomotive. A 4-6-0 King Class express locomotive on the Great Western Railway)

King Charles II, Great Western Railway (GWR) King class 4-6-0 steam locomotive
6014746 King Charles II, Great Western Railway (GWR) King class 4-6-0 steam locomotive, hauling the Cornish Riviera express along the coast between Dawlish and Teignmouth

Locomotive Cab Fittings, 1935-36. Creator: Unknown
Locomotive Cab Fittings, 1935-36. From " Railway Wonders of the World, Vol. 2". [The Amalgamated Press Limited, London, 1935-36]

King George V, pre 1969

King George V at Swindon Works, 1979

King George V crossing Usk Railway Bridge, Newport, 1977

King George V, 1969

King George V at Birmingham Snow Hill Station, 1927
A view of locomotive no. 6000 King George V at Birmingham Snow Hill Station, 1927. The image shows the bell at the front of the loco and five railway men standing on the platform

King George V at Swindon Works, 1970s

King Henry VI at Beeston Junction, 1948

King George V at Swindon Works, 1971, showing the double chimney

Driver and Fireman on King George Vs footplate, 1950
Driver Sid Cannon and Fireman Wally Osbourne on the footplate of King George V at Chippenham in 1950

King George V at Plymouth North Road Station, 1931

King Class engines under construction at Swindon Works, 1927

King Class locomotive, No. 6028, King Henry II
4-6-0 wheel arrangement. Built July 1930. Name changed to King George VI in 1937

King Class locomotive, No. 6028, King Henry II at Old Oak Common, c. 1935
4-6-0 wheel arrangement. Built July 1930. Name changed to King George VI in 1937

King George V, 1927

King Class Locomotive
A Great Western Railway (GWR) 6000 King Class steam locomotive, 2nd July 1930. (Photo by A. R. Coster/Topical Press Agency/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

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"Unveiling the Majestic: The King Class Locomotive Chronicles" Step back in time and witness the grandeur of the iconic King Class locomotives that ruled the rails during their golden era. With a design drawing dating back to 1927, these magnificent steam engines were truly a sight to behold. In 1933, at Dawlish, one of these regal locomotives showcased its power as it effortlessly glided along the tracks. Passengers marveled at its sleek form and impressive capabilities. A momentous occasion took place in Swindon in 1928 when Railway Queen Mabel Kitson graced King George V with her presence. This majestic encounter symbolized the harmonious union between royalty and engineering excellence. Fast forward to 1974, where King George V proudly displayed a Borough of Swindon headboard, representing its close ties with this vibrant town. It was an emblematic tribute to both history and progress. During the 1930s, King George V made his mark on Plymouth's landscape as he traversed through this coastal city. His commanding presence left an indelible impression on all who witnessed his passage. The year was 1971 when another historic moment unfolded at Paddington Station – an encounter between royalty and speed as King George V stood alongside an Intercity 125 train. A testament to innovation meeting tradition. Behind-the-scenes glimpses reveal dedicated craftsmen wheeling a King Class locomotive inside a shop in 1927 – showcasing meticulous attention to detail that brought these mechanical marvels to life. The Cornish Riviera Express experienced true elegance when drawn by a resplendent King class locomotive from 1935-36. Passengers embarked on unforgettable journeys filled with luxury and breathtaking scenery. Even amidst wartime challenges in1940, Twyford East Signal Box bore witness to the steadfastness of King George V as it continued its noble duty, ensuring the smooth operation of the railways.