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8295

3 1/2 inch gauge "Rob Roy" 0-6-0T

A finely made 3 1/2 inch gauge Caldeonian 0-6-0T to Martin Evans' "Rob Roy" design.

Kept for display by the previous owner, it appears unsteamed from new. The silver soldered copper boiler has had a recent twice working pressure hydraulic test with certification issued for same; fit and finish of motionwork and valve gear is very good.

We like the smokebox/saddle treatment, with elegantly curved extensions down to the running boards.

Only fly in the ointment is the nearside steam pipe connection to its valve chest - the flange stops a fraction short, leaving a gap which will need to be rectified before the engine can be run. Whilst the repair looks straightforward, access is restricted - unless you've got very small fingers, we suspect the easiest way may be to dismount the boiler.

Missing grate and ashpan, the locomotive comes complete with a purpose built carrying/storage box.

Technical information

Stock code

8295

Gauge

3 1/2 inch

Length/inches

21

Width/inches

7.5

Height/inches

10.5

Wheel material

cast iron

Cylinder material

gunmetal

Valve type

slide

Valve gear

Stephensons

Reverser type

pole

Lubricator type

mechanical

Boiler type

locomotive

Boiler construction

silver soldered

Boiler material

copper

Working pressure

80

CE/UKCA mark

n/a, pre-2002

Boiler number

265.9.81

Safety valve type

spring

Safety valve

2

Hand pump

1

Mechanical pump

1 x crosshead

Date out

May-22

Hydraulic test valid to

14-Jan-23

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