Hornby R2465 Class 28XX 2-8-0 2836 in BR Black (weathered)

This locomotive is driven by a Ringfield motor in the tender. Produces smoke (with smoke oil R8111) and has glowing firebox when in motion. A bottle of smoke oil is included. These locos should ALWAYS be run with steam oil in the funnel as if the engine is run 'dry' excess heat is produced by the element in the smokebox and this can melt a loco body! Length: 258 mm Running Number: 2836 Period: Late 1950s Finish: Weathered Special Features: Smoke generator; Glowing fire box visible when in motion Motor: Ringfield tender drive Curved track: Hornby 2nd radius + (438mm +) Designer: G.J. Churchwood Entered Service: 1903 Number Built: 40 Purpose: Heavy long distance freight Suitable rolling stock: General freight stock of the BR steam period