Shane is an Australian tender engine. He participates in the Great Railway Show, and competes in the Strongest Engine Competition.
Technical Details[]
- Power Type: Steam
- Fuel Type: Coal
- Configuration: 4-8-4
- Wheels: 28
- Top Speed: 78 mph
- Designer: Frank Hugh Harrison
- Builder: Islington Railway Workshops
- Year Built: 1943
- Number: 520
- Railway: South Australian Railways
Personality[]
Shane is a big, strong engine who has been working tirelessly to ensure he's in the best shape. Known as the "Whispering Giant", Shane's carefree ways make him many friends.
Basis[]
Shane is based on the South Australian Railways 520 class. The class runs on broad gauge tracks, however, Shane has been modified to run on standard gauge tracks.
Voice Actors[]
- Shane Jacobson (UK/US: Thomas & Friends - Season 22 onwards)
- Matthew Richardson (Thomas' Aussie Football Adventure)