His main interest was in building rather than running - the Foden saw light, occasional use on completion, the other engines remained new and unsteamed.
Fitted with a CE-marked boiler by the estimable John Rex Model Engineers, running at 140psi working pressure, the engine operates as a double-high rather than compound making for easy starting without need for a simpling valve.
The engine has been through the workshop here in recent days. Boiler has had internal inspection and washout with ultrasonic survey, followed by hydraulic and steam tests with new certification issued.
We've had STW Fodens in before and, like them, this one proved free-steaming and runs well.
The engine is offered with full certification, 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.
length/inches | 106 |
width/inches | 38 |
height/inches | 42 |
weight/kg | 500 |
bore x stroke/inches | 2 x 2 5/8 |
axlebox type | roller bearing |
cylinder material | cast iron |
valve type | slide |
valve gear | Stephensons |
reverser type | pole |
lubricator type | mechanical |
V5/registration number | OU57 VYE |
injector(s) | 1 |
boiler number | JRME0116/07 |
boiler maker | John Rex Model Engineers |
CE mark | yes |
working pressure/psi | 140 |
boiler type | locomotive |
boiler material | steel |
boiler construction | welded, expanded tubes |
hydraulic test valid to | 14-Feb-2025 |
steam test valid to | 21-Apr-2024 |
fusible plug | yes |
safety valve(s) | 2 |
safety valve type | spring |
mechanical pump | 1 |
whistle | yes |
road speed(s) | 2 |
differential | yes |