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3 1/2 inch gauge "Mountaineer" 2-6-2T - stock code 6539

A 3 1/2 inch gauge Alco 2-6-2T to Don Young's "Mountaineer" design, drawn up from the locomotive in preservation at the Ffestiniog Railway. This one is an older engine, runs freely although paintwork is horrible.

Silver soldered copper boiler by Swindon Boilers, 80psi working pressure, feed by axle pump, hand pump and steam pump. Cast iron cylinders with slide valves actuated by Walschert's gear, pole reverser in cab. Mechanical lubricator.

Length 41 inches
Hydraulic test @120psi for 80psi working pressure, expires 13-Aug-2018

gauge 3 1/2 inch