The work of a talented engineer, we have several of his engines including a 3 inch Burrell, 5 inch gauge Simplex and 3 1/2 inch gauge "Rob Roy" - all built to a similar standard.
There is some light surface rust on the engine and tender wheels from storage, it's in otherwise as-new condition.
Fit and finish of machined components is to a high standard, platework has been crisply executed.
The copper boiler is silver soldered throughout, a finely made thing with neat flanging and good solder penetration. It's had a twice working pressure shell test at 180psi for 90psi working pressure, with certificate issued for same.
Grate and backhead assembly is all in stainless steel.
gauge | 5 inch |
length/inches | 31 + 15 |
width/inches | 13 |
height/inches | 17 |
wheel material | cast iron |
axlebox type | plain bearing |
cylinder material | cast iron |
valve type | slide |
valve gear | Hackworth |
reverser type | pole |
lubricator type | mechanical |
CE mark | n/a - non-commercial |
working pressure/psi | 80 |
boiler type | marine |
boiler material | copper |
boiler construction | silver soldered |
hydraulic test valid to | 2/Jul/23 |
safety valve(s) | 2 |
safety valve type | spring |
mechanical pump | 1 x axle |
hand pump | 1 |
whistle | yes |