Driving Truck 7 1/4" Gauge Ready-To-Run 0-4-0 - With Brake

Driving Truck 7 1/4" gauge Ready-To-Run 0-4-0 - With Brake

A 7 ¼ gauge driving truck designed to complement most locomotives of either steam or electric. The driving truck was developed to provide a comfortable ride and robust operation for regular use on the club track or the garden railway. 

 

Storage facilities are provided under the seat and further storage for coal etc can be provided above the footrests. A locking parking brake is provided as standard with PNP brake blocks on both axles.

Vacuum actuator or Vacuum pump options are available - see details below.

 

Select all options to check the price of the driving truck.

Options:

• Locking Parking Brake (standard) - £879

• Unbraked - £709

• Vacuum actuator brake - £899

• Vacuum pump with control valve - £450

Self aligning roller bearings and independent springing ensure a smooth and stable ride. The driving truck is supplied ready to run with no assembly required and finished in a powder coated colour of your choice.  The driving truck comes as standard with a locking brake lever to apply the brakes. Additional braking options are available in the dropdown menu.
 

This driving truck is:

• Length: 89cm / 35ins

• Width:50cm / 19ins

• Height:40cm / 15ins

• Weight (approx) : 62kg / 136lbs

• Wheelbase : 560mm / 22ins

 

Braking

As standard the driving truck is fitted with a lever brake but this can be swapped out for a Vacuum actuator for an additional cost. 

 

A Vacuum pump can be fitted to the driving truck complete with control valve. Please note batteries are not included for the pump.

 

Material: The all steel construction with laser cut slotted panels in 6mm for the chassis and 3mm for the seat box makes a robust and solid truck capable of many years of hard work. The generously proportioned seat enables the driver to adopt a comfortable driving position with plenty of room for large boots on the footrests. The frames are mild steel with EN8 wheels and axles.

 

Finish: Powder coated body and black frames, available in a body colour finish of your own choice. 

 

Kit options

To buy as a kit please contact us directly to discuss your requirements. For a painted kit which you assemble yourself this is £25 less from the RtR list price.

 

We care about the details

There is provision for safety chains on both ends of the truck which is a very unusual feature for the industry but mandatory at most clubs! Due to the use of die springs the suspension rates can be changed to suit the rider for a stable ride. It is very challenging to specify a spring suitable for the range of driver weights that the product can accommodate. If you feel the springing is too soft or hard for your requirements, please get in touch.

 

Coupling options

As standard the driving trucks are built with a multi height slot narrow gauge coupling. On special order the trucks can also be supplied with sprung buffers and a single slot coupling for chain coupling or bar coupling.

 

 

Details about the design and manufacture

The wheel sets are CNC machined in the UK then welded to the axle. The laser cut frames are powder coated and bolted together.

 

Intended use

This item is designed to be used by a “hobbyist” hence it does not have completely waterproof electronics and the components are designed for light irregular use as associated with clubs or home garden railways. The item has not been designed with the intention of daily use and the components have not been specified or designed to be used on a daily basis. If you intend to use this product with regularity, regular maintenance for all moving parts is key. If you are looking for a “commercial” product for daily use please do not hesitate to contact us.

 

 

Making a purchase

This listing is for one item, select your options from the drop down menu.  Defective items will be repaired/replaced up to one year from the date of sale - damage caused through improper use and wear and tear is not covered by this guarantee.

 

Please note these items are built to order and it will be 4-6 weeks before dispatch depending on current orders. We can not guarantee lead times due to the changing demands of our customers, please contact us to confirm lead times.

 

We reserve the right to change this specification at any time as part of the ongoing programme of product development.

 

Monitoring and maintaining your Item

It is recommended that the item is periodically inspected to ensure there is still free movement of the wheelsets, effective operations of the brakes and that the electrical & electronic systems function correctly if installed. MRW holds no liability beyond the value of the product supplied. For full details of our terms and conditions please consult our terms and conditions on this website.