We first saw the engine running at an Echills Wood Standard Gauge gala some years ago (I think that it was the year that we took Ron Martin's fabulous 9F) - at the time it had recently had a new firebox and set of tubes.
The engine has been unused since 2017 when it was stripped to have the cylinders honed and new pistons fitted - the honing was done professionally, new pistons were still on the job list when the work stalled.
The boiler has a good deal of historic paperwork with it, both from its original club and the last owner's, the last test expiring in 2018.
We've done a preliminary hydraulic test which showed no signs of leaks or distortion, we would warranty as sound. It looks to be in good condition, although will need to be lifted from the frames for a cladding off inspection before certification.
| gauge | 7 1/4 inch |
| length/inches | 59 |
| width/inches | 14 1/2 |
| height/inches | 20 |
| weight/kg | 164 |
| wheel material | cast iron |
| cylinder material | cast iron |
| valve type | piston |
| valve gear | Walschaerts |
| reverser type | screw |
| injector(s) | 2 |
| year built | 193 |
| boiler maker | P Taylor |
| CE mark | n/a non-commercial |
| working pressure/psi | 100 |
| boiler type | locomotive |
| boiler material | steel |
| boiler construction | welded, expanded tubes |
| superheater(s) | 4 |
| superheater type | radiant |
| safety valve(s) | 2 |
| safety valve type | pop |
| hand pump | 1 |