Complete, it rolls freely and runs on air nicely in either direction, although the chassis now requires some rebushing to motionwork and valve gear.
The pressure gauge is soldered in rather than fitted with unions so, in deference to its age and wellbeing, we only pumped the boiler up to 80psi at which pressure it appeared leak free - once off the frames and with cladding removed, it will need a twice working pressure shell test prior to recommissioning.
A complete strip, overhaul and repaint required, but a worthwhile project - underneath the muck and grotty paintwork there's well-made, rather handsome engine waiting to be given a new lease of life.
gauge | 2 1/2 inch |
length/inches | 25 + 15 |
width/inches | 6 |
height/inches | 8 |
weight/kg | 18 |
wheel material | cast iron |
axlebox type | plain bearing |
cylinder material | gunmetal |
valve type | slide |
valve gear | Walschaerts |
reverser type | screw |
lubricator type | mechanical |
boiler maker | non-commercial |
working pressure/psi | 80 |
boiler type | locomotive |
boiler material | copper |
boiler construction | silver soldered |
safety valve(s) | 1 |
safety valve type | spring |
mechanical pump | 1 |
hand pump | 1 |