O Gauge LMS Jubilee Class 5690 Leander tie Ministry of Power approval markings

Ministry of Power approval markings indicate official British government certification for underground industrial use

Generally a good example

original fittings and excellent overall condition

This system exemplifies the British Army’s focus on secure

Original British Army knitted wool gloves dating from the Second World War period

O Gauge LMS Jubilee Class 5690 Leander tie Ministry of Power approval markings5690 was built at Crewe in March 1936 and named Leander after HMS Leander, which in turn was named after the Greek hero Leander. From March 1936 it was based at Crewe North shed where it remained until 1947 when it was transferred to the former LMS engine shed at Bristol (Barrow Road). After nationalisation in 1948, it was renumbered 45690 by British Railways