A Model Locomotive

The illustrations shown on this page are of a miniature locomotive which is at present being constructed by Mr. G. G. Buick, a fitter of Addington Workshops. The chief dimensions of the locomotive are:—

Length 7 ft. 6 in., driving wheels 12 in. diameter, bogies 5 ½ in. diameter, cylinders 2 ½ in. bore, 4 ½ in. stroke, boiler pressure 200 lbs. per sq. in., as tested and passed by the local Government Inspector of Machinery. The side tanks and cab are yet to be made. The engine is fitted with Walschaert's valve gear and the gauge is

Two years after job was commenced. Shell of boiler in frame.

Model Four-and-a-half years after starting. Boiler completed. —J. Buick, photos.

15 in., which is the standard for miniature railways.

Mr. Buick started work on this job nearly five years ago as a hobby, only his spare time being employed in bringing the engine to its present stage. It is expected that the work will be finished in about six months.

The young man who is seen reclining in the boiler is Ian Buick, and we feel sure that every boy connected in any way with the service will envy him the prospect of driving this fine working model when his father's long and complicated job is finished.