This is a detailed scale model kit for adult collectors. Not for children under 14 years old.
In 1927, Kerr, Stuart & Co built an elarged 'Matary' class locomotive for the Antiga Sugar Company. This massive 0-6-2T was built to 2'6" gauge, with an enlarged Huxley boiler to burn oil and later bagasse. After many years work in the West Indies, a trustee of the Welshpool and Llanfair railway found the locomotive and brought it back to the UK, entering service in Wales in 1977. In the most recent overhaul, Joan has received a new boiler with shorter firebox, and an outside-framed rear ponytruck.
The model depicts the locomotive in its current form, and features a wealth of detailing both inside the cab, and on the frames. The CAD was created from drawings by the former Cheif Mechanical Engineer of the Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway, Colin Tickle, who also gave us access to the locomotive to photograph and measure. All these details are still present in the kit, albeit with some small revisions (such as a choice of bufferbeam with/without brake pipes).
The model includes all parts required to assemble working outside-framed motion, including accurate replacement flycranks and ponytruck wheelset.
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 GRAHAM FARISH 08 chassis 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: 92 mm (over coupling)
Width: 30 mm
Height: 44 mm
Minimum radius:
Manufacturer: Kerr, Stuart and Company
Railway: Antigua Sugar Co. and Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway
Gauge: 2'6"
Era: 2012 - 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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