This magnificent beast of steel and steam, D3 666, stands tall and proud in Bayswater Park. It’s a reminder of a bygone era, when steam ruled the railways. Built in 1919 as DD 1045, it carried a proud history of hauling goods and passengers across the Victorian Railways network.
D3 666 worked hard for over forty years, but in 1964, its days of hauling were over. It found a new purpose – to be placed on a plinth in Bayswater Park. The tender sides were raised during its transformation to act as a fence, ensuring the safety of visitors.
D3 666 is a true icon of Victorian Railways history. It embodies the spirit of innovation and engineering that shaped the early railway system. Its presence in the park serves as a captivating reminder of this era’s enduring legacy.