An older engine, well made in the first place it steams freely and runs well, notching up in either direction. The boiler has had recent hydraulic and steam tests with new certification issued.
Boiler feed is by hand pump and axle pump - originally a pair, one has been blanked off and its clack used for an injector instead.
gauge | 3 1/2 inch gauge |
length/inches | 28+19 |
width/inches | 7 |
height/inches | 11 |
weight/kg | 48 |
wheel material | cast iron |
axlebox type | plain bearing |
cylinder material | gunmetal |
valve type | slide |
valve gear | Walschaerts |
reverser type | pole |
lubricator type | mechanical |
injector(s) | 1 |
boiler number | N18-90-130 |
year built | 2008 |
boiler maker | non-commercial |
CE mark | n/a - non-commercial |
working pressure/psi | 90 |
boiler type | locomotive |
boiler material | copper |
boiler construction | silver soldered |
hydraulic test valid to | 27-Jul-2027 |
steam test valid to | 12-Nov-2024 |
superheater(s) | 2 |
superheater type | flue tube |
safety valve(s) | 2 |
safety valve type | spring |
mechanical pump | 1 |
hand pump | 1 |
whistle | yes |