W&LLR No.14
The first loco in the fleet to be modified.
This Hunslet built 2-6-2t operated in Sierra Leone before being brought to the UK in 1975. It was built in Leeds in 1954, the last of a fleet of 32. the Lempor was fitted in 1993.
In 1993 Nigel stands by the side of Hunslet 2-6-2t No.14 at Llanfair. Courtesy of Nigel A. H. Day.
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WLLR
No.14 during testing. Note the additional pipe work and cables installed
for the tests. Test showed a 16% haulage increase in haulage capacity
and a 10% reduction in fuel used. As originally draughted No.14 would
not steam if a spark arrestor was used! © Nigel A. H. Day |
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The Lempor nozzles for WLLR No.14 before installation. © Nigel A. H. Day |
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view of No.14's smokebox in 2003 with the Lempor nozzle clearly visible and spark arrestor removed.
August 14 2003 |
The first time two modified locos crossed. On the left is No.12 and on the right No.2. The later was on test at the time of the photo. © Nigel A. H. Day
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No.14 stands over the excellent servicing area at Llanfair Caereinion depot. 05 May 2008 |
Ready for its next duty - No.14 at Llanfair Caereinion station. 05 May 2008 |
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