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Bear
Bear
  • Number: D3, formerly D7101
  • Designer: Beyer Peacock Ltd.
  • Builder: Beyer Peacock Ltd.
  • Configuration: Bo-Bo
  • Arrived on Sodor: 1967

Bear, originally known as D7101, is a diesel engine working on the North Western Railway. He first came to Sodor in 1967 while still owned by British Rail.

Appearances[]

In Enterprising Engines, 7101 was introduced painted blue, having been brought in on trial. He was accompanied by another diesel engine, D199. 199 was more interested in taking over the Railway for the Diesels' taking, but 7101, who admired steam engines from his experience, lambasted the idea.

7101 suffered from a failed ejector while pulling "The Limited" the following day and had to be rescued by Henry, who had also failed. After dropping off 199, the two engines returned to the shed together, and 7101 was stunned to find Henry had made it despite having a jammed regulator.

Shortly afterwards Henry put in a good word for 7101 with the Fat Controller, who was convinced to purchase the solemn diesel outright. The name Bear was given to him due to the sound of his Maybach engine, but he appreciates it greatly. Bear still works on the main line, happily performing his share of duties with the other engines.

Appearances[]

Railway Series[]

  • Enterprising Engines
  • James and the Diesel Engines (does not speak)
  • Gordon the High-Speed Engine (mentioned)
  • Henry and the Express (mentioned)

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