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Built at Dursley in 1970, 56371 is believed to be the last rail-truck built at the works, although at least 2 others were later constructed by Clay Cross Co. from new parts. 56371 is the only half cab rail-truck known to survive. Although officially designated RM2X, due to problems sourcing a SR2 engine, a SR1 was fitted from new.

Whole working life spent at H.M. Detention Centre, Freiston, Lincolnshire, latterly ferrying workers out to the sea defenses for the day's duties. 

See 33650 for further info on prison.

Restoration was nearly completed by prison inmates, when plans to rejuvenate the railway were dropped, however some mechanical work was still required. Repairs started in 2005 concentrating on getting her mobile and attending to bodywork corrosion. By Autumn, 56371 moved under it's own power for the first time in some years. Restoration was completed July 2007, despite local flooding, just in time for a first outing to Kemble steam fair in August.

Repairs completed:-

• Engine sprocket machined and new chain wheel fitted.

• New chains fitted.

• Front coupling block casting repaired. 

• Sheered stud in ballast weight removed and helicoiled. 

• Frame separated from body to remove rust bulges.

• Bonnet patch welded. 

• Bonnet catches straightened and re-pinned.  

• New seat and back.

• New bonnet grills.

• Klaxon fitted

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