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5 inch gauge "Jinty" 0-6-0T - stock code 12347

A 5 inch gauge LMS 3F "Jinty" 0-6-0T, supplied new by Silver Crest Models in 2022; after various modifications it has been in club use since.

Work done by the owner included:

  • Fitting pair of safety valves from Polly Engineering to replace the originals which accumulated
  • Replaced clack valves
  • Fitted new large-bore balance pipe to water tanks
  • Fitted new whistle valve
  • Made new water pump handle and stop to prevent pump falling over if handle strokes too far
  • Made and fitted planked footplate
  • Fitted new ashpan pin guide tubes
  • Fitted new pressure gauge
  • Fitted extension pipe to injector overflow
  • Fitted rosebud grate
  • Removed one water gauge

The boiler has had a hydraulic test and is warrantied as sound, it has club certification through to March 2025.

The chassis runs on air in both directions, the motionwork and valve gear having the usual generous tolerances.

gauge 5 inch gauge
length/inches 32
width/inches 9
height/inches 14
weight/kg 43
wheel material cast iron
axlebox type roller bearing
cylinder material gunmetal
valve type slide
valve gear Stephensons
reverser type pole
injector(s) 1
boiler number SC55229
year built 2022
boiler maker Silver Crest Models
CE mark yes
working pressure/psi 90
boiler type locomotive
boiler material copper
boiler construction silver soldered
superheater(s) 1
superheater type flue tube
safety valve(s) 2
safety valve type spring
mechanical pump 1
hand pump 1
whistle yes