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Gauge 1 Aster "Berkshire" - stock code 10041

A gauge 1 Aster Berkshire - a one-owner engine, it was built from a kit some years ago but never steamed, A magnificent model, it's in immaculate condition.

Not being able to resist playing, we've run it on air in the workshop - it goes well - before carefully putting it away again in its box.

Complete with orginal packaging and assembly instructions.

gauge Gauge 1 & smaller
length/inches 23 + 18
width/inches 4 1/2
height/inches 6 1/2
wheel material steel
axlebox type plain bearing
cylinder material gunmetal
valve type slide
valve gear Baker
reverser type pole
lubricator type displacement
boiler maker Aster
boiler type locomotive
boiler material copper
boiler construction silver soldered
superheater(s) 1
superheater type flue tube
safety valve(s) 2
safety valve type spring
mechanical pump 1
hand pump 1
whistle yes