Tom Hankins

Thomas "The Tank" Tankins carries his water in one or more on-board water tanks, instead of a more traditional tender. He also has a bunker (or oil tank) to hold fuel. His tanks are mounted either side of the boiler. He originated about 1840 and quickly became popular for industrial tasks, and later for shunting and shorter distance main line duties. He has advantages and disadvantages compared to traditional tender locomotives.

Though considered a valued member of surf during his first year, Tankins recently underwent a drastic change. Tragically, his vocabulary slowly receded to two words, which he will spew at anyone who'll listen: "Smurf Tour". This is because he somehow convinced a room full of people to let him organize a group trip to another country, which is a terrifying prospect, though most people seem unaware of his horrendous geography skills. Ask him where Prague is.