Dolgoch

    Dolgoch   Dolgoch was built in 1866 by Fletcher, Jennings and Co. While Talyllyn was awaiting repairs, he operated the Talyllyn Railway single-handedly until 1952, when Edward Thomas became available. He was then overhauled between 1954 and 1963.
 * Number: 2
 * Primary function: Passenger service
 * Built: 1866
 * Builder: Fletcher, Jennings and Co.
 * Gauge: 2ft 3in
 * Configuration: 0-4-0WT
 * Driving wheel diameter: 2' 4"
 * Coupled wheelbase: 6' 6"
 * Total wheelbase: 6' 6"
 * Cylinder size (bore/stroke): 7.625 x 16"
 * Heating surface: 128 sq. ft.
 * Working pressure: 150 psi
 * Tractive effort: 4236 lbs
 * Weight: 10.25 tons
 * Length over buffers: 17' 5"

Dolgoch returned to service in late 1999 after a major overhaul involving firebox repairs and an extensive mechanical overhaul; as part of the overhaul he was been fitted with air braking equipment.

Dolgoch is Rheneas's twin, and because of this he was mentioned multiple times in the Railway Series. Smudger, from the television series, is also based on him.

Livery
Dolgoch previously ran in his 1946 light green livery. He is currently running in a dark red livery prior to his next overhaul.

Overhaul and Appeal
The Talyllyn Railway staff and volunteers hope to have Dolgoch repaired by May 2011, which will mark the 60th anniversary of railway preservation. So, "Steam Railway" magazine launched an appeal to raise funds for Dolgoch's next overhaul, which will include a new boiler to its original design. Sadly, a recent check on Dolgoch shows he has a crack in his rear tubeplate, which has forced him to be withdrawn for overhaul earlier than expected. So now, the Dolgoch appeal is now essential.