You can order one of the new-for-2024 Linda models for delivery in the Autumn by selecting the specification from the options menu on the right and checking out. Our system will charge you a £50 deposit, we'll then make contact to complete the order and allocate a batch number. Or if you'd prefer you can call or email us and we'll sort out your order manually, we're easy either way.

One of the most popular locomotives of the Ffestiniog Railway, Linda is a member of the Penrhyn Main Line class of locomotives. Built in 1893 to an improve version of the Charles design, Linda worked the 'main line' of the Penrhyn, hauling trains of slate on the 6 mile narrow gauge railway between Bethesda Quarry and Port Penrhyn on the Menai Straits.

Technical specifications for ‘Linda’.

• Internal gas firing using the Roundhouse ‘FG’ type burner.
• 0-4-0 outside framed chassis using Roundhouse inside value gear.
• Exhaust enhancer.
• Controls fitted as standard are :- steam regulator, safety valve, pressure gauge, displacement lubricator, gas regulator and reversing gear.
• Water gauge and top up system as standard.
• Dimensions (loading gauge) are :- length 460mm over buffers, width 105mm, height 130mm.
• Weight: 3.66kg (with tender and R/C)
• Full radio control is available for both regulator and reversing valve gear using 2.4GHz R/C. Also available with manual control. FOSWORKS hand held controller is available for a £60 optional upgrade fee.
• Featuring glazed cab windows
• Includes 4 wheels tender with resin coal load.
• Rechargeable battery pack and 240V charger supplied.
• The wheels are adjustable between 32mm and 45mm gauge.
• Insulated wheels available at additional cost.
• Supplied with etched brass works plates.
• Minimum radius 2'6".
• Available in any Standard Roundhouse Colour, shown here in Mid Brunswick Green.

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We accept Credit and Debit card via Sagepay and Paypal on our online shop, as well as 'Buy Now Pay Later with Paypal'! With this payment option you can spread the purchase cost over 3 months using Paypal 'Pay in 3'*.

How much will it cost to send?

Here at Derails we have pretty simple postage policy: if your order is over £20, you are eligible for FREE UK Economy 2-7 day shipping. If your order is under £20, you are eligible for our super-cheap £2.99 economy shipping!

What if I need this item really quickly?

At the checkout, choose one of our express next-working day shipping options, these services are available for a surcharge. The upgraded postage options also jump the long despatch queue too, so they are shipped at the earliest possible opportunity.

I live outside of the UK, can you send to me?

Sorry, we do not ship overseas at this time. 

*More information on Paypal 'Pay in 3' can be found on the Paypal website here. This service is provided and financed purely by Paypal and is simply offered by Derails as an extra Paypal option for our customers.