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5 inch gauge "Simplex" 0-6-0T - stock code 10357

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5 inch gauge "Simplex" 0-6-0T
5 inch gauge "Simplex" 0-6-0T
5 inch gauge "Simplex" 0-6-0T
5 inch gauge "Simplex" 0-6-0T
5 inch gauge "Simplex" 0-6-0T
5 inch gauge "Simplex" 0-6-0T
5 inch gauge "Simplex" 0-6-0T
5 inch gauge "Simplex" 0-6-0T
5 inch gauge "Simplex" 0-6-0T
5 inch gauge "Simplex" 0-6-0T
A 5 inch gauge 0-6-0T to Martin Evans' "Simplex" design, in running order although requiring some work to bring up to scratch.

The silver soldered copper boiler has had recent hydraulic test with new certification issued.

Work required includes:

  • Replace axlebox springs - fairly stiff to turn over, although jacked up to the correct running height the engine runs well in either direction
  • Replace missing pressure gauge and pipework
  • Service/replace whistle valve
  • Replace missing injector steam pipe
gauge 5 inch
length/inches 34
width/inches 10
height/inches 14
wheel material cast iron
axlebox type plain bearing
cylinder material cast iron
valve type slide
valve gear Walschaerts
reverser type screw
lubricator type mechanical
injector(s) 1
boiler number N30-90-983
year built 1990
CE mark n/a - non-commercial
working pressure/psi 90
boiler type locomotive
boiler material copper
boiler construction silver soldered
hydraulic test valid to 20/Mar/26
superheater(s) 1
superheater type radiant
safety valve(s) 2
safety valve type spring
mechanical pump 1
hand pump 1
whistle yes