Locomotives of the London, Tilbury and Southend Railway

In 1880 the LTSR bought its first locomotive, saving on hiring costs from the GER and further engines followed that year.

[1] The LTSR principally operated tank engines, which it named after towns on the route.

The railway's first locomotive superintendent was Thomas Whitelegg, who in 1910 was succeeded by his son Robert.

The LTSR became part of the Midland Railway (MR) in 1912, but nevertheless continued to be operated independently.

The Midland removed locomotive names and renumbered engines.