{"product_id":"7-14-inch-gauge-romulus-0-4-0t-stock-code-10836","title":"7 1\/4 inch narrow gauge \"Romulus\" 0-4-0T","description":"An interesting variation on the \"Romulus\" design, built as an 0-4-0T. The work of an experienced engineer, the builder was also a driver for one of the well-known 15 inch gauge commercial railways.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    From his experience gained in building and driving locomotives from 3 1\/2 to 15 inch gauge, much thought was put into designing and building this engine. A list of requirements and variations was drawn up, which included:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e    \u003cli\u003eEasy to control\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eHydrostatic cylinder lubricator with sight feeds, adjustable from the footplate\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eNo cab, for ease of access to controls\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eBulleid style injector layout, both on one side\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eBlack livery for easy of touching up during working life\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eVacuum brakes\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e4 gallon side tanks for extra adhesion\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eThree-point suspension to reduce fore and aft oscillation on the track\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eOil cups feeding axles via trimmings as per full size, to keep the dirt out\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eSteel brick arch for more efficient combustion\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eBlower ring \u0026amp; petticoat pipe\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eBrass slippers in the cross heads, easy to change when worn\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eBall valve regulator\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e1 inch deeper than standard firebox\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eSeparate smokebox\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eHandbrake design reworked to clear the ashpan\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eO-ring seals on all washout plugs and main filler on the dome to save thread wear. All parts in contact with the boiler water are bronze\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eCommercial isolating gate valves on steam fountain, blow down and pressure gauge\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eAdditional bearings on brake cross shaft\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eSealed oil pots fitted to rods and, where possible, motion\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eStainless steel ashpan\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eWhistle mounted between the frames\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e Two layers of 3mm cork boiler lagging\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eWheels keyed to axles\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eSteam operated drain cocks\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003ePhosphor bronze piston rods to reduce wear on glands\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eDoping plugs fitted to valve chest covers with O-rings - used to does with anti-corrosion oil at the end of each run\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e3 cock water gauge\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eRear buffer beam reduced in width to give greater clearance for driver's feet\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The boiler, although supplied new by Bennett Boilers of Bristol in 1995, has spent less than half its life fitted to the locomotive - not an unusual occurrence with protracted builds! It was lifted from the frames in 2019 for a thorough examination, with thickness readings taken by the builder's club boiler inspector, himself an experienced steam man with his own full-sized traction engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    In recent days it's had steam and hydraulic tests, with new certification issued. The engine steams freely and runs well - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=iOEwETutP_o\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ethere's some video of it on our YouTube channel here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Overall a well sorted engine, with some thoughtful modifications to facilitate driving and maintenance. In addition to the pair of injectors - which work beautifully - the builder fitted a Stuart steam pump. Works well on air, but we couldn't get any sense out of it on steam.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    We would be more than happy to give half a day's instruction on the steaming, running and disposal of the engine to a new owner if required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Complete with a four wheel driver's truck, with upholstered seat, water tank and sprung buffers, along with drawings and a quantity of tools and spares.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54020243128661,"sku":"10836","price":7950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/10836-1.webp?v=1779912310","url":"https:\/\/stationroadsteam.com\/products\/7-14-inch-gauge-romulus-0-4-0t-stock-code-10836","provider":"Station Road Steam","version":"1.0","type":"link"}