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5 inch gauge Polly II 0-4-0 - stock code 11305

A Polly II 0-4-0, the tender engine version of the original Polly I tank locomotive. We've sold many of these over the years and would be hard-pressed to think of a better engine for a beginner in this gauge - free-steaming, reliable and with spare parts available off the shelf from Polly.

This one is a particularly well-built and nicely painted example, a one-owner engine which has come to us direct from the builder. Maintained to a high standard it remains in excellent condition throughout.

Since arriving with us the commercially-built, CE-marked boiler has had hydraulic and steam tests with new certification issued. The engine runs particularly well, keeping itself in steam and water on the rolling road without need of the blower, the bypass being used "little and often" to top up the boiler.

Supplied with firing irons, a starter kit of coal and steam oil and 12 months warranty. If required, we would be pleased to include a half day's training in the firing, driving and maintenance of the engine.

gauge 5 inch gauge
length/inches 26 + 20
width/inches 10
height/inches 15
weight/kg 51
bore x stroke/inches 1 1/2 x 2
wheel material cast iron
axlebox type plain bearing
cylinder material cast iron
valve type slide
valve gear Stephensons
reverser type screw
lubricator type mechanical
injector(s) 1
boiler number BN224
year built 2011
boiler maker Brian Nicholls
CE mark yes
working pressure/psi 90
boiler type locomotive
boiler material copper
boiler construction silver soldered
hydraulic test valid to 9-May-2027
steam test valid to 14-Jul-2024
superheater(s) 1
superheater type flue tube
fusible plug yes
safety valve(s) 1
safety valve type pop
mechanical pump 1
hand pump 1
whistle yes