Bury's 2 2 0 Locomotive, London and Birmingham Railway, 1837-39

 

From Wescott:

 

Based on tracings from original Bury working drawings and contemporary illustrations. The dimensions of wheels and wheelbase do not agree with any particular engine on the L. & B. R., but the design is like those of Bury's early engines. Cylinders probably 12 or 13 in. by 18 in.  Inside connected drive arrangement. Weight c. 10 tons. Wheelbase 6 ft. 5 in. Heating surface c. 463 sq. ft. Four eccentric valve gear.

 

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