TR Carriages 17 and 18

Name: TR Carriages 17 and 18
Brand: Fourdees
SKU: 44-123K
Price: 84.99 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 carriages 17 and 18, as running on the Talyllyn Railway in the early 2020s. Carriage 17 is originally one of two built for the Corris Railway by the Metropolitan Carriage and Wagon Works, but has seen significant alterations since it arrived at Pendre, including a new/higher frame. Carriage 18 was the first bogie carriage built for the railway, and has a profile much inspired by the Glyn Valley Tramway vehicles (and is more ornate than the later Tisdale coaches). Following Talyllyn Railway tradition, the vehicles only have passenger doors and a footboard on one side, and the model represents them post installation of air brakes.

Due to the length of these buffered vehicles, these kits come with the choice of two couplings to fit:

Custom black-printed narrow hook and look coupling, which is compatible with NEM pockets. These allow the carriages to negotiate 12" radius curves. These are printed couplings, and the hoops are delicate, so we recommend only one end be fitted with the hoop for best performance.
Fixed Close Couplings (similar to those in our Ffestiniog 'Barn' series) are also included, for permanent fixed coupling of multiple vehicles.

The carriages can traverse sharper curves than 12", but some modification may be required. For example, at 9" radius, the inside of the buffers will need removing to prevent them fouling the couplings. Further work may be required to allow the bogies to pivot sufficiently.

The kit includes custom Quick Fix decals. These are commercially printed transfers, and so there may be small alignment issues given the lines are only 0.15mm thick. The decals include full lining and emblems for Carriage 17, and TR crests and numbers for Carriage 18.

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.

Detailed resin bogies and PECO plastic wheelsets are included with the model. The bogies include NEM pockets with which accept the included resin OO9 couplings. For glazed vehicles, a clear perspex sheet is provided that can be cut to size before fitting.

You will need modelling tools (such as a craft knife, cutting board, files and micro-drills), adhesive and paints to assemble and finish the kit.

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: 101 mm (17) and 132 mm (18)
Width: 25 mm
Height: 35 mm
Minimum radius: 12 in

Prototype Information

Manufacturer: Metropolitan Carriage and Wagon Works (17) and Talyllyn Railway (18)
Railway: Talyllyn Railway
Gauge: 2'3"
Era: 2000 - 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).