Fowler
History
This is a model of works number 16255 built in 1924 by John Fowler & Co. Ltd. of Leeds for the Inisfail Tramway in Queensland, Australia.
The model features a wealth of detail, particularly rivet and pipework. On r/c models, miniature servo's are used to keep the cab as uncluttered as possible. Batteries, receiver etc. are housed in the tender.
Technical specifications for the 'Fowler'.
- Internal gas firing using our ‘FG’ type burner.
- 0-6-2 outside framed chassis with two double acting slide valve cylinders operated by simplified Walschaerts type valve gear.
- Exhaust enhancer.
- Controls fitted as standard are :- steam regulator, safety valve, pressure gauge, displacement lubricator, gas regulator and reversing gear.
- Dimensions (loading gauge) are :- length 530mm over buffers, width 120mm, height 160mm, weight 3.4 Kg - loco, 1.3 Kg - tender (with r/c).
- Full radio control is available for both regulator and reversing valve gear using 2.4GHz R/C.
- A gauge conversion kit is available separately to allow changing between 32mm and 45mm gauge. Please state gauge when ordering.
- Available with insulated wheels.
- Minimum radius 2'6".
- Available in any standard Roundhouse colours.
Radio control = £2,451.00. Manual control = £2,111.00