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The Yorkshire Engine Company (YEC) was a small independent locomotive manufacturer in Sheffield, England. The Company was formed in 1865 and continued to produce locomotives and carry out general engineering work until 1965. Mainly known for shunting engines for the British market, but also built main line engines for overseas customers.


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  • Yorkshire Engine 2481 05-10-16 30

    YE 2481 at Kelham Island Museum in 2005

  • Yorkshire Engine Janus 2787 at Shelton

    Typical Janus locomotive at a steelworks

  • Yorkshire Engine 2672 05-06-25 12

    One of the first YEC Diesel Hydraulic locomotives built for industrial use

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