Miniature Road Steam

A pleasant steam lorry, offering a superb starting point for someone entering the hobby. Bought by us from the original builder, the Savage Universal Carrier is based on a lesser-known Savage design which was offered, in this scale, until recently as castings to be built from scratch by Little Samson Models. A relatively powerful model, in 3” scale, it offers the builder the opportunity to sit on and drive the miniature, rather than sitting behind it on a trailer.

Key Features:

• The welded steel boiler was commercially made by Bell Boilers in 2016 and is accompanied by full documents. Although tested for the previous owner by their model engineering society to date, we would be happy to include a new commercial boiler inspection including a 10-yearly hydraulic test and 14 monthly in-steam/internal examination.  The paperwork also includes a set of drawings.
• An under-type design with an unusual engine arrangement. It is a compound engine featuring a high-pressure piston-valve and low-pressure slide valve. It is a two-speed, chain drive to the rear axle through a gearbox. The gearbox also offers a neutral position.
• Steam whistle, Foster-type mechanical lubricator, and loco-type pressure release valves, as expected.
• Well-built to a good standard throughout. A remarkably unusual design which amazes us with its quirkiness and unique motion work.
• The paintwork lets the build down a little. Although a reasonably prototypical, simplistic livery, it is not to everyone’s taste. It is generally presentable and offers the buyer to relatively simplistically make their mark on it!  
• A flatbed with a box mounted to the rear. Also includes a driving seat.
• The wheels are fitted with vulcanised tyres for a smooth and comfortable ride.
• Includes a half-day tuition session, if requested by the buyer. 

Overall, we are impressed by this humble miniature. It offers a budget-friendly way of buying a more complicated engine.

Asking Price – £6,750

New Asking Price – £5,995

Warranty and Aftercare – All our ‘ready to go’ miniature steam traction engines include a 3-month warranty and a subsequent 33 months of technical support!

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

As with all our miniature steam traction engines 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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Please note – dimensions and weights indicated above are approximate for guidance only. They exclude any easily removable components such as trailers, seats, spark arrestors etc and are supplied to give an indication of the storage or van space needed!