The engine has obviously seen a good deal of use over the years - the platework needs some restoration and the whole thing needs repainting. The chassis is free to turn over and rolls along easily.
An interesting restoration project, the coal-fired, superheated boiler unusual in this gauge.
gauge | 45mm |
length/inches | 17 + 9 |
width/inches | 4 |
height/inches | 6 |
weight/kg | 8 |
wheel material | cast iron |
axlebox type | plain bearing |
cylinder material | gunmetal |
valve type | slide |
valve gear | slip eccentric |
lubricator type | displacement |
boiler type | locomotive |
boiler material | copper |
boiler construction | silver soldered |
superheater(s) | 1 |
superheater type | radiant |
safety valve(s) | 2 |
safety valve type | spring |
mechanical pump | 1 |
hand pump | 1 |