Locomotive 3801

Locomotive 3801 was constructed in 1943 to the design of the engineering staff of NSWGR and constructed in Sydney by Clyde Engineering. It introduced many innovative features and had the highest boiler pressure used on steam locomotives in Australia. The design led to the development of faster and more efficient express train operation from 1940 to 1960. During its service it operated all major express trains in NSW and holds the Sydney – Newcastle speed record for steam trains.

The plaque is no longer attached to the locomotive, but held separately at the Thirlmere Railway Museum, where the locomotive is based.

New South Wales Railways 38-class locomotive 3801.

The locomotive at Clyde Engineering on delivery. The figure standing to the right of the group in front of the buffer beam is Harold Young, Chied Mechanocal Engineer and designer of the engine.

The Engineers Australia plaque originally fixed to the cab of the locomotive.

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Locomotive 3801 location map.

Engineering Heritage Recognition Program

Marker Type	Engineering Heritage Marker (EHM)
Award Date	November 1994
Heritage Significance	The 38-class locomotive was the pinnacle of the development of steam locomotives in New South Wales.
Nomination Document	Available here.
Ceremony Booklet	Available here.
Plaque/Interpretation Panel	None Installed.