Wrenn W2235 “Barnstable” BR Green 4-6-2 Rebuilt Bulleid Pacific Locomotive. Used. OO Gauge

Wrenn W2235 “Barnstable” BR Green 4-6-2 Rebuilt Bulleid Pacific Locomotive. This version is from the early period 1966-71.

Following the success of the rebuilding of SR Merchant Navy class locomotives, it was decided that 60 of the streamlined Class 7P6F locomotives would also be rebuilt to a more conventional design. Their casing was removed and replaced with conventional boiler cladding, boiler pressure was reduced to 250psi and the chain-driven valve gear was replaced with modified Walschaerts valve gear. The entirety of the streamlined class were to be rebuilt but the early onset of the BR modernisation plan meant that this was not to be. The rebuilt locomotives reduced repair costs by up to 60% and also lowered coal consumption, however, they did introduce new issues including a heavier weight which affected their route availability.

This engine is in really good condition for its age. There are very few or chips to the paintwork and nothing major. Itr has had a light service and is an excellent smooth runner.

It comes in its original box. with replacement couplings