This model kit is of a freelance steam tramway locomotive, inspired by similar locomotives built by the Hunslet Engine Company. The design has a similar boiler, tank and cab shaping to locomotive "Leeds No.1" built by this manufacturer for the Leeds Corporation Waterworks Railway.
The model carries skirts around the motion, which would be fitted to machines intended to run on lines through deserts (to protect the motion from sand) or alongside a road. The model is of 2' gauge in scale, but would not look out of place on larger gauge systems. As it runs, it carries a 0-4-2T arrangement, but the wheels are well hidden and so it could also represent a 0-6-2T.
This is a intermediate kit, with the body made up of several large components including the lower frame, upper tank and cab, smokebox and roof. There are also many small and delicate parts to fix, including tank tops, bunker heap, safety valves and more.
The model can be powered by any of the KATO 11-108, 11-109 or 11-110 mechanisms.
This is a highly detailed 4mm scale kit built using our in house machines, with High Definition resin and build layers just 50 microns (0.05mm) thick. Whilst there is 'stepping' visible on the parts up close, this is not discernible once the kit is painted and/or from usual viewing distances.
The parts have their main supports removed, though detailing and structural supports will remain to protect the parts in transit, and require removing prior to assembly. Some polishing and filing of the parts is required to provide a smooth finish. Clear (and varnished) resin windows are included, though you may wish to use clear plastic sheet (not included) if preferred.
You will need modelling tools (such as a craft knife, cutting board, files and micro-drills) adhesive, paints and ballast material (such as Liquid Gravity) to assemble the kit.
This kit requires a KATO 11-108/109/110 to motorise the finished model. Consult instructions to see if the chassis needs any modification before fitting.
Keep resin parts out of direct sunlight. Detailing and structural supports remain in order to protect the parts in transit, and should be removed before painting.
Parts will benefit from a wash in cool soapy water before painting, but do not leave them to soak. Alternative, Isopropyl alcohol is also a good cleaning solution if parts feel overly sticky.
If any components appear bent or warped, heat them gently with a hairdryer or in warm water (do not soak), and then hold parts whilst they cool.
If modifying the parts in any way (either by cutting, filing, sanding or drilling) be sure to wear appropriate protective clothing such as gloves and masks.
Length: 93 mm (over coupling loop)
Width: 27 mm
Height: 38 mm
Minimum radius:
Manufacturer: Hunslet Engine Company
Railway: Inspired by Howrah-Amta Light Railway, India
Gauge: 2'
Era: 1910-present
We have a 14-day return policy, which means you have 14 days after receiving your item to request a return. For full details please see our returns policy.
Fourdees Limited is not liable for any breakages of parts during assembly of the kit.
If parts arrive damaged, please provide photographic evidence and we shall replace the damaged component. If you require spares or accessories, please contact us for a quote for replacements.
Orders ship on Mondays and Fridays. Please allow for this when ordering. If you require a rush order, please email to see if this will be possible (a surcharge may apply).
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