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4 1/2 inch scale Foden - stock code 12323

A 4 1/2 inch scale Foden steam wagon in short wheelbase form - the best looking variant in our opinion - built from a Steam Traction World Kit.

A one-owner engine, since arriving with us it's been re-tubed and serviced, with new graphite-filled PTFE regulator, pair of pop-type safety valves, fusible plug, high pressure injector and new pressure gauge fitted.

Following its re-tube, the boiler has had hydraulic and steam tests, with new certification issued.

On test it proved to be free-steaming and ran exceptionally well, its speed in high gear remarkable - "I’d give you good odds for robbing a bank on it" according to the workshop notes*.

Fitted with a Windermere kettle, providing the fastest cup of tea you'll ever make (and likely to be in constant demand from your neighbours on the rally field!)

Road-registered with V5, the wagon is in good condition throughout, offered with 12 months warranty, set of firing irons and a starter kit of coal and oil.

We would be more than happy to give half a day's instruction on the steaming, running and disposal of the engine to a new owner if required.

*The directors of Station Road Steam Ltd would like to emphasise that this does not reflect the views of the company, nor do we condone any form of steam-facilitated larceny.


scale 4 inch
length/inches 75
width/inches 40
height/inches 43
axlebox type roller bearing
cylinder material cast iron
valve type slide
valve gear Stephensons
reverser type pole
lubricator type mechanical
V5/registration number SN12 DVX
injector(s) 1
boiler number STW158
year built 2010
boiler maker Steam Traction World
CE mark yes
working pressure/psi 140
boiler type locomotive
boiler material steel
boiler construction welded, expanded tubes
hydraulic test valid to 29-Sep-2034
steam test valid to 16-Dec-2025
fusible plug yes
safety valve(s) 2
safety valve type pop
mechanical pump 1
whistle yes
road speed(s) 3
differential yes