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7 1/4 inch gauge "Hercules" 0-4-2T - stock code 11758

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7 1/4 inch gauge "Hercules" 0-4-2T
7 1/4 inch gauge "Hercules" 0-4-2T
7 1/4 inch gauge "Hercules" 0-4-2T
7 1/4 inch gauge "Hercules" 0-4-2T
7 1/4 inch gauge "Hercules" 0-4-2T
7 1/4 inch gauge "Hercules" 0-4-2T
7 1/4 inch gauge "Hercules" 0-4-2T
7 1/4 inch gauge "Hercules" 0-4-2T
7 1/4 inch gauge "Hercules" 0-4-2T
7 1/4 inch gauge "Hercules" 0-4-2T
7 1/4 inch gauge "Hercules" 0-4-2T
7 1/4 inch gauge "Hercules" 0-4-2T
7 1/4 inch gauge "Hercules" 0-4-2T
7 1/4 inch gauge "Hercules" 0-4-2T
A 7 1/4 inch gauge "Hercules", built as an 0-4-2T based on Dick Simmonds' popular 0-4-0T design. An older engine which, whilst in running order, now needs an overhaul.

The boiler appeared structurally sound on hydraulic test at 200psi although with several pinhole leaks on the foundation ring and one on the outer wrapper - all were dry under steam.

The chassis has wear to axleboxes and motionwork - it still actually runs quite nicely if you can put up with the clanking!


gauge 7 1/4 inch gauge
length/inches 50
width/inches 15
height/inches 21
weight/kg 160
wheel material cast iron
axlebox type plain bearing
cylinder material cast iron
valve type slide
valve gear Walschaerts
reverser type pole
injector(s) 1
superheater(s) 3
superheater type flue tube
fusible plug no
safety valve(s) 2
safety valve type spring
mechanical pump 1
whistle yes