Product Specification
Model Dimensions
Length: 88 mm (over coupling loop)
Width: 26 mm
Height: 40 mm
Minimum radius:
Prototype Information
Manufacturer: Sharp, Stuart and Company
Railway: Freelance
Gauge: 2' to 2'3"
Era: 1890-present
This model kit is of a freelance steam tramway locomotive, inspired by the Sharp, Stewart and Company machines built for the Clogher Valley Railway (N.I.). This 3' gauge railway from for some 30 miles in County Tyrone. Six locomotives of the same design were supplied. This model is a scaled down representation of these machines, and are suited to layouts representing 2' to 2'6" gauge.
This is a intermediate kit, with the body made up of several large components including the lower frame, tanks and cabs, smokebox, coal-heap and cab interior. There are also many small and delicate parts to fix, including the rear lamp, sanding linkage, saferty valves and brake pipes.
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 11-109 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: 88 mm (over coupling loop)
Width: 26 mm
Height: 40 mm
Minimum radius:
Manufacturer: Sharp, Stuart and Company
Railway: Freelance
Gauge: 2' to 2'3"
Era: 1890-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).