Samson

"Samson here, at your service!"

- Samson's catchphrase

   Samson   Samson is a cabless tank engine who usually works on the Mainland.
 * Number: 15
 * Builder: Neilson & Co.
 * Configuration: 0-4-0ST

Bio
Samson first came to Sodor to take a shipment of dinosaur models to the Earl's estate at Ulfstead Castle, and to help out with the dinosaur park's construction. However, he got lost, and had to spend the night at the Blue Mountain Quarry, not making it to the estate until the next day. While helping with the dinosaur park's construction, he and Harvey both teased Millie, only to get a shock when she tricked them into believing a volcano model had erupted. He later became so determined to not make another mistake that he took Gordon's express coaches to the Blue Mountain Quarry by accident. He also was put on scrap duty with Harvey, but got so carried away that he chose to scrap a bicycle, a bus stop sign, and the Fat Controller's car, believing they were scrap.

Persona
Samson is a dignified tank engine with a lot of pride for the work he does. He rarely asks for help or advice to avoid seeming inexperienced around the Island. He is also quite arrogant, believing himself to be the Island's strongest tank engine.

Basis
Samson is based on an 0-4-0 saddle tank engine that worked at the High Harrington Ironworks on the Furness Railway.

Livery
Samson is painted in a green-grey livery with red lining.

Television series

 * Season 18 - Marion and the Dinosaurs, Millie and the Volcano, Samson at Your Service, and Samson Sent for Scrap

Voice Actors

 * Robert Wilfort (UK/US)
 * Hiroaki Tajiri (Japan)

Trivia

 * Samson's name is a reference to current railway consultant Sam Wilkinson.
 * His name may also be a reference to the biblical character of Samson, a man famed for his immense strength. (A trait this Samson prides himself on.)

Merchandise

 * Wooden Railway
 * TrackMaster
 * Take-n-Play
 * Minis (hero and classic)