The earlier engines initially had slender tapered Cooke buffers but these were replaced by those of standard Webb pattern: The latter type was fitted from new on later engines. Braking was by steam, but vacuum brakes were provided to operate fitted or passenger stock if required.
The earlier engines started with slender tapered Cooke buffers; these were subsequently changed for standard Webb pattern buffers, applied only to newer engines. Braking utilized steam power, yet vacuum brakes were included for passenger cars as needed.