Apparently unsteamed in some time, the boiler had has a hydraulic test with new certification, the engine runs on air in both directions.
Some recommissioning work will be required before steaming, including attention to a leaky blower valve and blocked injector steam valve.
gauge | 3 1/2 inch |
length/inches | 27 |
width/inches | 6 1/2 |
height/inches | 10 |
wheel material | cast iron |
axlebox type | plain bearing |
cylinder material | gunmetal |
valve type | slide |
valve gear | Joy |
reverser type | pole |
lubricator type | mechanical |
injector(s) | 1 |
boiler number | VE.TP160 2005 |
year built | 2005 |
CE mark | n/a - non-commercial |
working pressure/psi | 80 |
boiler type | locomotive |
boiler material | copper |
boiler construction | silver soldered |
hydraulic test valid to | 14-Dec-2025 |
fusible plug | yes |
safety valve(s) | 2 |
safety valve type | spring |
mechanical pump | 1 |
hand pump | 1 |
whistle | yes |