Trailer 46 under restoration at Laxey, May 2025. © Andrew Scarffe
| CURRENT STATUS AND LOCATION | YEAR LAST OPERATED | LIVERY |
| Undergoing Restoraion, Laxey Car Shed | 2023 | N/A |
History
Trailer No.46 was ordered for the extension of the M.E.R to Ramsey, and built by G.F Milnes as a crossbench of the No.44-No.48 series in 1899. It has seen constant use from its construction on the full-line service, and is the oldest surviving example of the ‘standard’ M.E.R Trailer, with the original Trailer No.44 being destroyed in the April 1930 Laxey Car Shed Fire, and No.45 rebuilt as a Permanent Way Flat during 2003.
As the oldest surviving example of the ’40 series’ type, 46 was selected for a comprehensive strip down, bodywork and mechanical overhaul by M.E.R. Volunteers and workshop staff, most likely the most comprehensive work carried out to the Trailer since construction. It is currently undergoing work at Laxey Car Shed, with the intention to return No.46 to as built condition.
Information:
Manx Electric Railway Online 