Although still working motor trains successfully, the class in general were becoming worn out. The D3s were replaced by former South Eastern H class and South Western M7 class tanks engines during the early 1950s. Most were withdrawn by 1953, but one, 32390, remained in traffic for two more years until being cut up at Brighton Works in 1955.
Although still functioning motor trains, the class in general were becoming worn out. The D3s were replaced by former South Eastern H class and South Western M7 class engines during the early 1950s. Most were withdrawn by 1953, but one, 32390, remained in service for two more years until being dismantled at Brighton Works in 1955.