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A Gas tank for the
Hornby Rocket Locomotive.
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BIX029
Boiler Pressure Regulator.
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Forest Classics, sponsors
of Robert Handcock &
Ken Edwards, at the Isle
of Man TT races.
Congratulations to Rob & Ken for winning 5th place at the 2012 Sidecar event!
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"Opal" 0-4-2 Tank locomotive.

 
     
 

"OPAL" is an 0-4-2 side tank of traditional British narrow gauge design and based on those engines produced by the Hunslet Engine Company of Leeds. Hunsiets first entered the narrow gauge market as early as 1870, supplying many side and saddle tank locomotives to ironstone and slate quarries, particularly in Wales.

 
     
 

 
     
 

The model represents a typical Hunslet with two side tanks containing feed water for the boiler and incorporating brass fillers.

 
     
 

Features include a generously proportioned brass dome (optional), twin safety valves, boiler bands, brass window frames, chimney top M (optional), whistle, name-m plates etc. In choosing the 0-4-2 wheel arrangement for these larger models, we have produced a locomotive which, because of the trailing axle, is able to negotiate curves of 15' or less, safely, whilst reducing the "tail wag" common on 0-4-0 locos with a long rear overhang.

 
     
 

 


 

LATEST NEWS.

Ministeam

Atmospheric Engine

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BIX012 Gas Burner Set for the Mamod Steam Wagon

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New Wilesco Stirling Engines
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New Collectables on

the Used Models page

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Paying by cheque?
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The Burrell Traction Engine is back!
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Bespoke Models page.

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NEW!
Two superb
PM Research
Un-machined Kits.
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NEW!

PM Research Dynamo

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BIX030 kit

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