7mm Gladiator LMS/BR Fowler/Stanier 4P 2-6-4T

[LarryG]

Lovely model as usual. I always considered the window-cab Fowlers were swish machines right down to the Stanier bevel-rim wheels. Hornby did the early cab version and unfortunately their Stanier 2-6-4T inherited the same chassis with Fowler wheels.

From what I've seen, there were two styles of lining on the bunker although it is probable the lining to the top of the bunker was the more common.

 

[P A D]

Many thanks Larry.

I agree, they were very impressive beasts. A more modern chimney to go with the windowed cab would have made them more handsome engines, but Stanier improved things even further with his own design. When it's all done and dusted I'll put up some comparison images with my David Andrews Stanier 4P.

I had a problem with the valve gear knocking after reassembly, but reducing the throw on the return cranks solved it.
Cheers,
Peter

 

[P A D]

These images from Vol. 5 of LMS Locomotives by Essery and Jenkinson show the two styles. This is the type with lining to the top of the bunker.


But I prefer the lower lining version so will be going with 42417.


Cheers,
Peter

 

[P A D]

This afternoon I made some progress on the detail painting. It's been a nice evening here in Leeds so I took some images on the garden table after the sun had moved around to the front of the house.


Cheers,
Peter

 

[Dave Holt]

Looking very nice indeed, Peter.
Dave.

 

[P A D]

Many thanks Dave.

Didn't have much time today but managed to paint the buffer beam hoses and add the buffer heads and couplings. The latter are from Dapol, which although not as accurate as cast options, pass muster for me and don't require fettling before fitting.

Cheers,
Peter