It's spent the last few years in storage, during which time the regulator stuck - and was then broken by somebody attempting to free it off without dismantling - and the valves seized.
It now needs some work to recommision, however the engine remains overall in virtually unused condition. The boiler has had a recent hydraulic test and new certification issued for same.
For those wanting a ready to run engine, we've got a virtually identical model - tested and ready to go - listed on the "locomotives" page.
gauge | 5 inch |
length/inches | 25 1/2 |
width/inches | 10 1/2 |
height/inches | 14 1/2 |
weight/kg | 30 |
wheel material | steel |
cylinder material | gunmetal |
valve type | slide |
valve gear | Stephensons |
reverser type | pole |
lubricator type | displacement |
injector(s) | 0 |
boiler number | KS020- 009 |
boiler maker | Maxitrak |
CE mark | yes |
working pressure/psi | 80 |
boiler type | locomotive |
boiler material | copper |
boiler construction | silver soldered |
hydraulic test valid to | 10-Mar-2024 |
fusible plug | no |
safety valve(s) | 2 |
safety valve type | Ramsbottom |
mechanical pump | 1 |
hand pump | 1 |
steam pump | 0 |
whistle | yes |