Lawley
Lawley is a freelance 0-6-0 side tank loco with design inspirations from Bagnall and Manning Wardle. The loco is internally gas fired with a centre flue boiler. The boiler is fitted with a water gauge glass which will allow for continuous running with the addition of a boiler filler system. The model is gauge adjustable from 32mm to 45mm gauge and has insulated wheels as standard. The axles run in bronze bearings and all the rods and valve gear are manufactured from stainless steel.
The engine is available in manual or radio control versions. The cab roof slides back to give access to the gas, water and lubricator fillers. The cab has full rivet detail The boiler is fitted with a water blow down valve and the displacement lubricator has an under floor drain valve.
The model is built from stainless steel and brass, and with the correct maintenance, will give a lifetime of pleasure.
Technical specifications
- 0-4-0 side tank locomotive.
- Length: (330mm)
- Width: (116mm)
- Height: (160mm)
- Weight: (3.8kg).
- Gauge: adjustable between 32mm (O Gauge) and 45 mm (Gauge 1).
- Minimum radius: 30" (0.75m).
- Controls fitted as standard: steam regulator/reverser, water level gauge glass, safety valve (set to 60psi), pressure gauge, displacement lubricator, water level check valve and gas regulator.
- Cylinders: bore (12.7mm), piston stroke (19mm).
- Valve gear: Simulated Stephenson link, piston reverse valve controlled by lever in cab. All rods and valve gear are manufactured from stainless steel.
- Boiler: internally gas fired, stainless steel superheater, opening smokebox door.
- Working pressure: 60psi
- Lubrication: Displacement type, fitted with underfloor drain. Filler cap with 'T' bar for easy removal.
- Wheels: insulated as standard with axles running in bronze bearings.
- Colour: LMS crimson lake or GWR green
- (Optional) Radio control
Lawley's power unit is also available as a separate item for you to use in your own projects.
