Build quality is to a high standard throughout with much added detailing - fit and finish of machined parts is good, the platework neatly formed.
The boiler has had a hydraulic test with new certification issued.
The locomotive runs well in both directions, albeit needing some encouragement to get started. We suspect that it's been test-steamed only once or twice - it has the feel of a new engine that will improve with running.
Includes free UK shipping.
| gauge | 45mm |
| length/inches | 13 + 9 |
| width/inches | 4 |
| height/inches | 6 |
| weight/kg | 7 |
| wheel material | cast iron |
| axlebox type | plain bearing |
| cylinder material | brass |
| valve type | slide |
| valve gear | slip eccentric |
| boiler number | 508 1227 |
| year built | 2006 |
| boiler maker | non-commercial |
| CE mark | n/a - non-commercial |
| boiler type | spirit fired |
| boiler material | copper |
| boiler construction | silver soldered |
| safety valve(s) | 2 |
| safety valve type | spring |
| mechanical pump | 1 |
| hand pump | 1 |