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3 1/2 inch gauge "Tich" 0-4-2T - stock code 9228

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3 1/2 inch gauge "Tich" 0-4-2T
3 1/2 inch gauge "Tich" 0-4-2T
3 1/2 inch gauge "Tich" 0-4-2T
3 1/2 inch gauge "Tich" 0-4-2T
3 1/2 inch gauge "Tich" 0-4-2T
3 1/2 inch gauge "Tich" 0-4-2T
3 1/2 inch gauge "Tich" 0-4-2T
3 1/2 inch gauge "Tich" 0-4-2T
3 1/2 inch gauge "Tich" 0-4-2T
3 1/2 inch gauge "Tich" 0-4-2T
3 1/2 inch gauge "Tich" 0-4-2T
3 1/2 inch gauge "Tich" 0-4-2T
A 3 1/2 inch gauge 0-4-2T, an extended version of LBSC's "Tich" design. The work of a prolific model engineer who built or rebuilt several locomotives, including the 5 inch gauge "Royal George" and prewar Stirling single we've sold in recent months.

Boiler is gas-fired, with burner installed under the footplate as shown in the photographs. There's a mysterious looking lead attached to the ashpan which we expect is an igniter, but would require some futher investigation.

Unused in many years, the engine is complete and rolls along freely. Most of the boiler fittings leak copiously, but the boiler itself appeared dry on test - it would need a twice working pressure test once the fittings have been made good.

gauge 3 1/2 inch
length/inches 20
width/inches 6 1/2
height/inches 10 1/2
weight/kg 14.5
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 maker non-commercial
working pressure/psi 80
boiler type locomotive
boiler material copper
boiler construction silver soldered
safety valve(s) 2
safety valve type spring
mechanical pump 1
hand pump 1
whistle yes