A 2 1/2 inch gauge model of a Riddles 2-8-0 Austerity Freight live steam tender locomotive

A well engineered 2 1/2 inch gauge model of a Riddles 2-8-0 Austerity Freight live steam tender locomotive No 90567. The silver soldered copper boiler having fittings including steam pressure gauge, water sight glass, regulator, safety valves, clack, super-heater and other usual fittings. The chassis with twin outside cylinders and valve gear, eccentric driven water feed pump and polished steel motion. The model finished in British Railways black livery with transfer to eight-wheel tender having fitted steps, handrails, lamp irons and vacuum hoses. * The original locomotives were designed by R.A.Riddle and built by The North British Locomotive Company Vulcan Foundry between 1943 and 1945. A total of 935 full size engines were built.No boiler history available.