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4 1/2 inch scale Foden wagon - stock code 11142

A 4 1/2 inch scale Foden steam wagon, assembled from Steam Traction World kits by an experienced engineer who, having enjoyed the project so much, went on to build a Burrell SCC agricultural, single cylinder steam roller and DCC road locomotive from the same manufacturer.

His main interest was in building rather than running - the Foden saw light, occasional use on completion, the other engines remained new and unsteamed.

Fitted with a CE-marked boiler by the estimable John Rex Model Engineers, running at 140psi working pressure, the engine operates as a double-high rather than compound making for easy starting without need for a simpling valve.

The engine has been through the workshop here in recent days. Boiler has had internal inspection and washout with ultrasonic survey, followed by hydraulic and steam tests with new certification issued.

We've had STW Fodens in before and, like them, this one proved free-steaming and runs well.

The engine is offered with full certification, 12 months warranty, set of firing irons and a starter kit of coal and oil.

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.

length/inches 106
width/inches 38
height/inches 42
weight/kg 500
bore x stroke/inches 2 x 2 5/8
axlebox type roller bearing
cylinder material cast iron
valve type slide
valve gear Stephensons
reverser type pole
lubricator type mechanical
V5/registration number OU57 VYE
injector(s) 1
boiler number JRME0116/07
boiler maker John Rex Model Engineers
CE mark yes
working pressure/psi 140
boiler type locomotive
boiler material steel
boiler construction welded, expanded tubes
hydraulic test valid to 14-Feb-2025
steam test valid to 21-Apr-2024
fusible plug yes
safety valve(s) 2
safety valve type spring
mechanical pump 1
whistle yes
road speed(s) 2
differential yes