'Royal Engineer's Boiler Goes For Overhaul
The boiler of Hunstlet 'Austerity' No. WD198 'Royal Engineer' has left the Isle of Wight for overhaul. The 1953-built locomotive is on long-term loan to the IWSR along with sister engine WD192 'Waggoner' and Barclay 0-4-0 diesel No.235.
Photo: L Pullinger
The boiler clear of the frames, the ashpan is still attached at this stage - 27th February 2007.

'Royal Engineer' was withdrawn from IWSR service in early 2006 following the discovery that some firebox crown stays were in poor condition. The boiler overhaul will take place at Barry Gambles' South Coast Steam workshops, Portland, Dorset. The work involved will include the renewel of all crown stays and foundation rivet

Photo: L Pullinger
With the ashpan removed the boiler is lowered onto the transporter, belonging to Haulage Contractor and IWSR Fireman Mike Lightbown.

WD198's place on the IWSR locomotive roster has been taken by sister engine WD192 'Waggoner', returned to steam at Havenstreet in 2006. Full details of the Isle of Wight Steam Railway's locomotive fleet can be seen on the Locomotives pages. Restoration and repair updates can be found HERE.
Photo: Tony Barry
Peter Conway (Left) and Stuart Butt prepare for the boiler lift.
Photo: D Smith
WD198 'Royal Engineer' heads a Santa Special away from Smallbrook Junction in December 2006, one of her final duties before withdrawl.

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