Freddie
From Thomas the Tank Engine Wikia
- "Ding-a-long, ding-a-ling, find the bell with the very best ring."
- — Freddie, "Ding-a-Ling", eleventh season
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"Fearless" Freddie is an old Warhorse engine.
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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.
When Mr Percival's bike was delivered to the Wharf with no bell on it, Freddie decided to find a bell - even though he didn't know where to find one until he saw Thomas taking an old foghorn and decided that the bell from the old bike will be useful.
One Christmas, Freddie tried to re-organise a party so that Colin can take part. Despite his best efforts, Freddie left telling Mr Percival about his idea until the last minute. Luckily, Freddie's idea was sorted with the party taking place at the Wharf for Colin.
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 made appearances in:
- Season 10 - Fearless Freddie
- Season 11 - Cool Truckings (cameo), Ding-a-Ling, and Wash Behind Your Buffers (cameo)
- The Great Discovery
- Season 12 - Mountain Marvel, The Party Surprise, and The Man in the Hills
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.
Gallery
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 Freddie at the mountain village |
 Freddie at the farm |
| Skarloey Railway |
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| Skarloey • Rheneas • Sir Handel • Peter Sam • Rusty • Duncan • Ivo Hugh • Duke • Fred • Mark V • Ministry of Defence Engine |
| Bertram • Mighty Mac • Freddie • Proteus |
