An exceptional and unused live steam model, based on the characteristic Pannier Tank locomotives of the Great Western Railway . This company was considered one of the most progressive and high-quality railway companies in Great Britain and was known for its technical soundness, uniform design philosophy, and long rolling stock lifespan. The Pannier Tank was a typical GWR design: compact, powerful, and extremely reliable. Thanks to the distinctive rectangular water tanks — the so-called panniers — these locomotives were ideally suited for shunting, local traffic, and industrial applications. Their robustness and simplicity made them true workhorses. An original example can be admired today at the STEAM – Museum of the Great Western Railway , which underscores the historical importance of this type. This 5-inch live steam model is fully prepared for real steam propulsion but has never been fired up , and is therefore in particularly fine and original condition. The all-metal, hand-built construction reflects the no-nonsense yet refined character of the GWR design. The original paperwork is present. Specifications Type: live steam model (functional steam model) Track width: 5 inches Version: Pannier Tank Company: Great Western Railway (GWR) Construction: entirely hand-built, metal parts Condition: never fired, excellent condition Includes: original paperwork A special and rare collector's item that connects the craft of live steam model building with an iconic chapter in British railway history. Please note that this item is a pick-up only item. Note from seller - These is a working model. An inspection is required for use. It has the necessary papers, but these have since expired. I am willing to go through this inspection process again together with any potential buyer. It is important to note that this concerns only the inspection and not the technical condition of the models themselves.