Russell c1935

Name: Russell c1935
Brand: Fourdees
SKU: 41-232K
Price: 89.99 GBP
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This is a detailed scale model kit for adult collectors. Not for children under 14 years old.

This model kit is of a Hunslet Engine Company number 901 "Russell". This 2-6-2T locomotive was built in 1906 to 2' gauge, to work what became the Welsh Highland Railway. In 1924 the locomotive was heavily modified in order for it to be able to operate on the Ffestiniog Railway. Russell continued to operate on the Welsh Highland Railway up until its closure in 1937.

The locomotive was eventually sold to industry, working on the Fayles Tramway in Dorset until 1953. In 1954, Russell was purchased by the Birmingham Locomotive Trust for preservation, and at first put on display at Tywyn Wharf on the Talyllyn Railway. In 1965, it was donated to the Welsh HIghland Railway preservation group for restoration, first steaming again in 1987. Russell returned to steam after a major overhaul in 2015.

This model represents the locomotive as cut-down to work the Ffestiniog Railway, with vacuum brakes.

This is an advance kit. The body is in a several pieces, with roof and cab interior to fit. There are also brass body panels to fit within recesses to the bodyshell, to help provide a metallic finish.

The Graham Farish 08 chassis requires significant modification to complete, in this case replacing the frames and all the motion and flycranks. There is also valve gear, with several delicate pivoting components to assemble.

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.

Product Specification

Model Dimensions

Length: 94 mm (over coupling)
Width: 29 mm
Height: 37 mm
Minimum radius: 12 in

Prototype Information

Manufacturer: Hunslet Engine Company
Railway: Welsh Highland and Ffestiniog Railways
Gauge: 2'
Era: 1935 - 1965

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).