just been reading about the above B17 express passenger steam loco.

73 engines were built , but none survived the scrapyard.

well, enthusiasts are building a" 61673 Spirit of Sandringham ", and it is hoped
will carry passengers on mainline railway lines from 2029

the B17 was an express passenger loco that operated the LNER lines up to 1960

it says summat about a design of 4-6-0 , which means fuck all to me.

the monies to build this steamer come from a charitable trust , so it must deliver public benefit.