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7¼" gauge GP40, in Holly Bush Rail livery, built for a customer |
The above style of locomotive has been developed, along with associated rolling stock, to give equipment that is suitable for private use and a rugged workhorse for commercial operation. It is powered by a choice Honda petrol engines, all with electric start. The drive to the bogie is by hydraulic transmission and loop chain drive to the axles. The body is of the three box system, with the front and rear being removable to gain access to the mechanical parts for maintenance. The body and main frame are of all steel construction, with is painted in a professional paint shop.
| Main frame:- | 73mmx35mm steel channel, 12mm thick platform and buffer beams | |
| Body:- | 2mm and 3.25mm thick pressed steel, with box section bracing | |
| Bogies:- | 12mm thick side frames, axle boxes self aligning spherically housed, wheels EN8A shrunk fitted to wheel seats 30mm diameter. | |
| Motor:- | Honda petrol engine, choice of hp ranging from 6.5hp (4.9KW) to 11hp (8.25KW), electric starter and 10amp charging circuits. | |
| Drive:- | Hydraulic drive using eaton units. | |
| Control:- | Dash mounted control levers operating via remote cables. | |
| Brakes:- | A choice of brake systems is offered and in certain combinations twin system operation may be fitted. | |
| Electrical:- | 12v DC fitted as standard with headlight and dashlights as required. | |
| Speedometer:- | An electronic speedometer is fitted as standard to comply with current HSE policy for driver safety. | |
| Insurance:- | All KLR products are covered by PRODUCT LIABILITY INSURANCE | |
| Paintwork:- | All paint work is applied by a professional body shop. Single colour is included in the base price. Dual colour schemes and sign writing are available, at additional cost and will be quoted for accordingly. | |
| Dimensions:- | Length | 10'6" (3.2m) over buffer beams |
| Width | 1'11" (0.59m) | |
| Height | 2'8" (0.81m) | |
| Weight | Approx. 10cwt (500kg) depending on specification. This can be increased as required. | |
| Capacity | Will haul approx. 40-45 adults in 6/7 sit a stride coaches | |
The overall specification can be tailored to suit individual customer requirements. Please Email us for details.
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7¼" gauge GP40, in Canadian Pacific livery, built for a customer |
Prices start from £8,750 excluding VAT, which will be added at the current rate at the time of despatch. Carriage and transport insurance is the purchaser's responsibility, but this can be quoted for.