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5 inch gauge GWR 4-6-0 No.6024 "King Edward I" - stock code 11275

We sold this one earlier in the year - a recent unexpected change in the owner's circumstances has seen it return in exactly the same condition as when we sold it in February. Pictures opposite and words below are from earlier in the year.

We first bought this one in 2016 - then turned out as No.6026 "King John", it had been on display in the owner's hall for many years. It's recently come back from the family of the last owner, nowadays as No.6024 "King Edward I".

Since arriving with us the boiler has had hydraulic and steam tests with new certification issued. We've modified the safety valves - which had accumulated on test - made up and fitted new TIG-welded stainless steel radiant superheaters and rebushed the inside big ends. The hand pump had, at some time in the past, been disconnected - it's been reinstated, fitted with a new clack and pipework.

Paintwork was done to a good standard originally and remains bright, with minor wear and blemishes consistent with use.

The engine steams freely without need of blower on the rolling road and runs well with crisp, well-defined exhaust beats.

Supplied with a starter kit of coal and steam oil, firing irons and 3 months warranty. If required, we would be pleased to include a half day's training in the firing, driving and maintenance of the engine.

gauge 5 inch
length/inches 46 + 26
width/inches 10
height/inches 14
weight/kg 124
wheel material cast iron
axlebox type plain bearing
cylinder material 4 x gunmetal
valve type piston
valve gear Walschaerts
reverser type screw
lubricator type mechanical
injector(s) 2
working pressure/psi 90
boiler type locomotive
boiler material copper
boiler construction silver soldered
hydraulic test valid to 14-May-2027
steam test valid to 5-Aug-2024
superheater(s) 2
superheater type stainless steel radiant
fusible plug no
safety valve(s) 2
safety valve type Salter
hand pump 1
whistle yes