Freddie

"Ding-a-long, ding-a-ling, find the bell with the very best ring."

- Freddie, "Ding-a-Ling", eleventh season

    "Fearless" Freddie   "Fearless" Freddie is an old Warhorse engine.
 * Builder: Hunslet Engine Company
 * Built: 1906
 * Configuration: 2-6-2T

Bio
After many years of absence Freddie returned to the Skarloey Railway. Although the reason for his absence is not stated, one can presume that Freddie was either on loan to another railway or undergoing an extensive overhaul.

Upon returning home, Freddie challenged Rheneas and Skarloey to a series of races up and down the mountain. After realizing that he wasn't as strong as he once was, Freddie used his knowledge of the mountain routes and short-cuts to secure victories. However, when his cheating placed Rheneas in danger, Freddie was forced to put his knowledge to better use.

Persona
Freddie is competitive, but has since learned his lesson. He is now well respected by the younger engines on the Skarloey Railway.

Basis
Freddie is based on "Russell", a locomotive from the Welsh Highland Railway in North Wales.

Livery
Freddie is painted grey with black and red lining, and a brass dome. He has black nameplates and numberplates with gold writing.

Appearances
Freddie appeared in the tenth, eleventh and twelfth seasons.

Merchandising

 * Learning Curve Wooden
 * Take-Along
 * TOMY/Trackmaster (normal and in "Ding-a-Ling" pack)
 * My Thomas Story Library

Trivia

 * In the twelfth season, Freddie gains a Welsh accent.