This model kit is inspired by the diesel locomotive "Harlech Castle" on the Ffestiniog Railway. This world famous 2' gauge railway was built originally to carry slate from Blaenau Ffestiniog to Porthmadog, and is now a popular tourist attraction. Harlech Castle was built in 1983 by Baguley-Drewry, and originally had a very similar appearance to diesel No.10 on the Vale of Rheidol Railway. The Ffestiniog Railway acquired the locomotive in 1988, and in order to fit the railway's loading gauge, the cab and bonnet wear cut down and the cab repositioned off-centre. Harlech Castle has since been used by the Permanent Way Department, and is regularly seen on works trains.
Era-1 depicts the locomotive between 1983 and 2018, where the machine had a narrow front bonnet and no continuous brake equipment.
This is an intermediate kit. The body is in a single piece, with roof and details (such as cab seats and windscreen wipers) to fit. The Graham Farish 08 chassis requires somme modification to fit, in this case replacing the plastic frames with those included in the kit.
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: 70mm (over coupling)
Width: 28 mm
Height: 40 mm
Minimum radius:
Manufacturer: Baguley-Drewry (heavily modified at Boston Lodge)
Railway: Ffestiniog Railway
Gauge: 2'
Era: 1983 - 2018
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.
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