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5″ gauge 4-4-0 ‘Schools’ Locomotive SOLD

Model Type 4-4-0 Southern ‘Schools’
Boiler Construction Copper
Boiler Maker J. P. Mercer
Design Works Drawings & Builder Research
Year 1973
Condition Good
Asking Price SOLD

A superbly built example of the 4-4-0 SR Schools Class Locomotive, built originally by J. P. Mercer (a founding member of the Tonbridge Wells Club) in 1973 using works drawings and research. Built to exhibition standard, the quality of workmanship is superb. The builder of this specific locomotive, Mr Mercer, worked as a technical drawer for the original designer of the Schools Class Locomotive, R.E.L Maunsell. Mr Mercer built this example through the 1960s and 70s before it ran at Tonbridge Wells and spent a good number of years on display at his bank.

It is showing its age a little now, being a model of over 50 years old, but it still stands as an impressive locomotive in working order.

As with most railway locomotives we sell, we are happy to check them over in our workshops. We don’t offer the full warranty services as we do with our miniature road engines, but we can reassure buyers that we are honest with explaining the condition and that our experience with road steam engines reflects into the occasional locomotive that we offer for sale. This does not affect your statutory rights as a buyer.

SOLD

For more information, please speak to Matt on 01392 833301 or email [email protected]

As with all our miniature locomotives listed for sale, we recommend viewing in person where possible. Appointments are recommended so please try to contact us before travelling for a viewing. 

Please ask about our flexible part-exchange options. Delivery can be arranged to anywhere in the UK, and beyond, at buyer’s expense.

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We specialise in the sale of steam engines and historic vehicles of all shapes and sizes! 

If you are looking to sell your steam engine or historic vehicle, we make both cash offers and sell on commission. We would be more than happy to discuss the possible sale of your vehicle with you.

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EXPERIENCE DAYS

Do you want to get involved in the world of steam? Are you considering buying a miniature steam engine? Are you stuck for a gift idea or are you simply looking for a good day out?

If so, we offer two different style days, tailored to suit your needs…

We offer a ‘Traction Engine Experience Day’, perfect as a gift and a fun day out learning a bit about what running a steam engine involves. We also offer a ‘Miniature Driving Lesson’ which is a half day course in the practical use of a scale traction engine.

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THE BERRYBROOK STEAM & CLASSICS SHOP

Visit the official Berrybrook Steam & Classics online shop where we sell a range of steam-related products including gifts, parts and accessories for your miniature steam engine, gift vouchers for steam experience days and branded clothing!

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The Milbury Model Company

Have you visited our partner website yet?

Berrybrook’s newest department is dedicated to supplying high-quality, brand new model and toy-sized steam engines, spares, accessories, gifts and much more…

We are official stockists for Wilesco, Mamod, Jensen, Maxitrak, Oxford Diecast and more! All available from our Devon-based shop and online.

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The Berrybrook Blog visits a range of topics to interest all readers!

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We can help you sell…

We specialise in selling steam engines and historic vehicles of all shapes and sizes.

If you are looking to sell your steam engine or historic vehicle, we make both cash offers and sell on commission.

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