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5 inch gauge Simplex 0-6-0T with commercial boiler - stock code 12878

A well-advanced 5 inch gauge 0-6-0T to Martin Evans' "Simplex" design, comprising a largely complete chassis with cylinders, motion work, valve gear and water pump, along with a commercially built CE-marked boiler by Blackgates Engineering.

Model Engineers Laser produce their usual comprehensive range of high quality profiled parts, including brass tanks, cab and running boards, for this design.

length/inches 29 1/2
width/inches 10
height/inches 14
weight/kg 37
wheel material cast iron
axlebox type plain bearing
cylinder material cast iron
valve type slide
valve gear Walschaerts
reverser type pole
boiler number BG 076
year built 2005
boiler maker Blackgates Engineering
CE mark yes
boiler type locomotive
boiler material copper
boiler construction silver soldered
mechanical pump 1