Originally built in 1864 by Fletcher, Jennings & Co. of Whitehaven as an 0-4-0ST, “Talyllyn” had a short wheelbase and long rear overhang which led to its rapid conversion to an 0-4-2ST. As the more popular of the line’s two original locos “Talyllyn” was in very poor condition by 1945 when it was laid aside. It was rebuilt in 1957-58 by Gibbons Bros. Ltd. but proved problematic and has undergone considerable modification since then, resulting in a much improved performance.
CURRENT STATUS: Boiler certificate expired 18th June, 2018 – Now withdrawn for overhaul for at least 12 months.
Technical Details
Maker | Fletcher, Jennings & Co. |
Year | 1864 |
Works number | 42 |
Type | 0-4-2ST |
Driving wheel diameter | 2' 4" |
Trailing wheel diameter | 1' 9" |
Coupled wheelbase | 4' 0" |
Total wheelbase | 9' 0" |
Cylinder size (bore/stroke) | 8 5/8 x 16" |
Heating surface | 156 sq. ft. |
Working pressure | 160 psi |
Tractive effort @ 85% BP | 5780 lbs |
Weight | 12 Tons |
Length over buffers | 18' 1/2" |