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1 1/2 inch scale Allchin agricultural engine - stock code 11139

A 1 1/2 inch scale Allchin agricultural engine to Bill Hughes' "Royal Chester" design, an older engine which has been on display for some years.

The engine turns over freely and runs on air in forwards gear after a fashion although not in reverse, requiring attention to eccentric and slide valve settings.

The boiler has had a twice working pressure hydraulic test with new certification issued.

scale 1 1/2 inch
length/inches 26
width/inches 12
height/inches 18
weight/kg 33
cylinder material gunmetal
valve type slide
valve gear Stephensons
reverser type pole
governor type Pickering
lubricator type mechanical
CE mark n/a - non-commercial
boiler type locomotive
boiler material copper
hydraulic test valid to 2-Apr-2027
safety valve(s) 2
safety valve type Ramsbottom
mechanical pump 1
road speed(s) 2
differential yes