This model of an LMS Compound encompasses all of my ideals as a model maker, where every process for the manufacture of each part is selected to create the best outcome. It has been built with the fewest possible compromises and includes wheels made to the Scaleseven standard.

It is approximately 90% complete, requiring small fittings and details to be made.

LMS Compound to Scaleseven standards

The chassis is made completely of nickel silver with all parts fabricated, machined or turned by hand. The Scaleseven wheelset is by Richard Hersey.

LMS Compound tender. The prototype was rebuilt from an earlier bogie tender design

All of the valvegear is machined from solid nickel silver, incorporating all prototype features