🚂 Meet Emily the Stirling Engine
Emily is a strong, kind-hearted emerald green engine who takes great pride in doing the right thing.
She may have a firm voice and a no-nonsense attitude, but Emily is always looking out for her friends — and she’s earned her place as one of the most dependable engines on Sodor.
She’s not only smart and helpful, but also quick to stand up for what’s fair. Emily is a fantastic role model for younger engines and loves being a Really Useful Engine wherever she can.
🔍 Profile
Full Name: Emily the Stirling Engine
Colour: Emerald green with bronze fittings
Number: 12 (introduced later in the TV series)
Type of Engine: Stirling Single (based on a 4-2-2 wheel configuration)
Wheels: 2 leading wheels, 1 large driving wheel, 2 trailing wheels
Introduced: Thomas & Friends – Season 7 (2003)
😊 Personality
Emily is caring, confident, and has a strong sense of fairness.
She’s not afraid to speak up or take charge when needed — especially if someone’s being treated unfairly.
Though she can be a little bossy at times, Emily always has good intentions and genuinely wants to help others do their best.
🏠 Home Base
Emily lives at Tidmouth Sheds, alongside Thomas, Percy, James, Gordon, and the rest of the main engine crew.
🚆 A Day in the Life of Emily
Pulling passenger coaches and goods wagons
Helping organise the yard or stepping in for other engines
Offering advice and encouragement to younger engines
👋 Friends
Thomas – A close friend; Emily often guides him with kindness
Percy – She encourages Percy and helps him build confidence
James – They sometimes clash, but share mutual respect
Caitlin & Rosie – Emily enjoys working with other strong female engines
🚃 Carriages & Duties
PEmily usually pulls passenger coaches, sometimes even covering for express engines.
As a tender engine, she pulls a coal and water tender behind her, unlike tank engines like Thomas.
🌟 Traits of Emily
Confident – Knows her strengths and leads with purpose
Fair – Always stands up for what’s right
Caring – Supports others and wants the best for her friends
Organised – Loves keeping things in order and on track
🗯️ Catchphrases
We should all try to be Really Useful Engines!”
Emily reminds everyone that teamwork, kindness, and reliability make a railway strong.
🎉 Fun Facts
Emily was the first female engine to join the Steam Team in the Thomas & Friends series.
She’s based on a real-life Stirling Single locomotive — famous for its elegant shape and large single driving wheel.
🔗 Want to know more about Henry?
Check out her full character profile on the Thomas Wiki to explore stories, traits, and adventures from Sodor!
