10496
The engine runs somewhat asthmatically forwards, not at all in reverse. Boiler feed by hand and axle pumps - an injector was once fitted, it's long since disappeared and been replaced by a steam valve - we presume simply because it had the right fittings to block up the redundant ends of pipe!
Stock code |
10496 |
Gauge |
5 inch |
Length/inches |
33.5 |
Width/inches |
13 |
Height/inches |
25.5 |
Wheel material |
cast iron |
Axlebox type |
plain bearing |
Cylinder material |
gunmetal |
Valve type |
slide |
Valve gear |
Hackworth |
Reverser type |
pole |
Lubricator type |
mechanical |
Boiler type |
marine |
Boiler construction |
silver soldered |
Boiler material |
copper |
Working pressure |
80 |
CE/UKCA mark |
n/a - non-commercial |
Boiler number |
BA11E |
Safety valve type |
spring |
Safety valve |
2 |
Whistle |
yes |
Hand pump |
1 |
Mechanical pump |
1 |
Superheater type |
flue tube |
Superheater |
2 |
Date out |
Jun-22 |