Model - LNER Tank Locomotive
Object detail
Description
A model of a green tank locomotive with LNER 1606 written on the side of the tanks. The model is an 0-6-2 Gauge 1 scale locomotive. This locomotive has been modelled on a Gresley N2/1 0-6-2T which were built in Doncaster between 1920-1921.
Classification
TRANSPORT Railways Model Locomotive
Measurements
H125 x W380 x D85mm
Media/Materials description
Metal
Brass
Paint
Brass
Paint
Signature/Marks
L N E R \ 1606
GREAT NORTHERN RAILWAY \ No. 1518 \ MAKERS \ 1920 \ DONCASTER
GREAT NORTHERN RAILWAY \ No. 1518 \ MAKERS \ 1920 \ DONCASTER
History and use
The T-House model rail collection is a collection of national and international significance due to the size, quality and scope of the collection.
The collection, assembled over 30 years from the 1970s to the 1990s, holds 10 000+ models of locomotives, carriages and wagons. The collection is in excellent – often mint – condition. The models were collected by Mr Marsden Williams, who was born, raised and spent his life in the Wollongong area. Mr Williams was a business man who was renowned for philanthropy, he was an intensely private man, who nevertheless was well connected across the Australian business world. His 40 year fascination for model railways reflected his own interest in precision engineering, and his financial success allowed him to pursue his interest to a remarkable extent.
The collection, assembled over 30 years from the 1970s to the 1990s, holds 10 000+ models of locomotives, carriages and wagons. The collection is in excellent – often mint – condition. The models were collected by Mr Marsden Williams, who was born, raised and spent his life in the Wollongong area. Mr Williams was a business man who was renowned for philanthropy, he was an intensely private man, who nevertheless was well connected across the Australian business world. His 40 year fascination for model railways reflected his own interest in precision engineering, and his financial success allowed him to pursue his interest to a remarkable extent.
Associated person
Registration number
R7001