The engine turns over freely and runs well on air, notching up in both directions.
The copper boiler is silver soldered, fitted with four flue tube superheaters. It's had a hydraulic test, revealing several leaking firebox stays which will require calking before use.
gauge | 5 inch |
length/inches | 28 1/2 |
width/inches | 10 |
height/inches | 13 1/2 |
weight/kg | 59 |
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 |
working pressure/psi | 90 |
boiler type | locomotive |
boiler material | copper |
boiler construction | silver soldered |
superheater(s) | 4 |
superheater type | flue tube |
safety valve(s) | 2 |
safety valve type | spring |
mechanical pump | 2 x axle |
hand pump | 1 |
whistle | yes |