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Roundhouse has been manufacturing live steam locomotives for 'G' Scale, SM45 & SM32 since 1982 and are the major supplier of this type of models in the UK.  Though we are based in Doncaster, England, birthplace of some of the worlds most famous main line steam locomotives, our engines are in operation on garden railways round the world, bringing the sights and sounds that only live steam offers to thousands of satisfied operators.

 Basic Series Locomotives

A new range of inexpensive locomotives from Roundhouse which they call the 'Basic Series’.
 
Offered in ready to run form with slip-eccentric valve gear and gas firing but capable of being easily enhanced by the customer, using our accessory packs. A great deal of development has preceded the launch of this range to enable us to offer models of a lesser specification and lower price than those of our ‘Classic Series’ without compromising our reputation for performance and reliability. To achieve this, we have evolved a very simple basic concept that uses the minimum number of parts and is very quick to manufacture.
They will appeal not only to ‘first time buyers’ who have to purchase a complete railway with their hard earned cash, but also the ‘well heeled’ operator who just wants a simple but reliable fill up and go loco.

Millie

Sammie

Bertie

Classic Series Locomotives

All models in this series share the following features:

  • Internal gas fired boilers using our own 'FG' type gas burner for efficient production of steam under most weather conditions.
  • Two, double acting slide valve cylinders. (piston valve on Forney)
  • Simplified 'Walschaerts' type valve gear to control valve events and allow forward and reverse running. (except Forney)
  • Full radio control of both steam regulator and reversing valve gear so that you can drive your model just like the real thing. Manual control engines are also available.
  • Gauge adjustable between 32mm and 45mm so you can run on 'G' scale, SM32 or SM45 railways. (not adjustable on Forney)
  • Insulated wheels are fitted as standard on certain models or as an optional extra on all others so you can run live steam along side your electric trains.

Roundhouse Billy and Lady Anne are also available in Kit Form!

Vale of Rheidol

Darjeeling 'B' class

Forney

BILLY

Also available as a Kit.

LADY ANNE

Also available as a Kit.

KATIE

RUSSELL

FOWLER

ARGYLE

SANDY RIVER

WILLIAM
Roundhouse has been  manufacturing high quality "G" scale locomotives since 1982.  For color choices and individual engine specifications, please visit Roundhouse's web site.  Most models are available in 32mm and 45mm gauge.

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Last Updated
05-25-07
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