Prince and Upnor Castle models for your garden
GARDEN railway supplier Locoworks is offering 16mm scale models of two Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways locomotives.
The first batch of Prince models is currently under construction, with delivery expected in the summer.
“Our ready-to-run 32mm live steam locomotive is equipped with a bespoke copper boiler – including a central flue gas burner with a 25-minute duration,” explained Tom Beattie, proprietor.
“It also includes a proper water gauge and top-up valve. The bodywork is etched and features hand-built brass parts, including whistle and smokebox door handles.
“The tender includes rivet details and also a compartment to house the radio-control gear. It can be ordered with manual control too.”
The England 0-4-0STT comes painted in a choice of liveries, with name and works plates fitted.
Also set for delivery this summer is the first batch of Planet 4WDM Upnor Castle models. Featuring a steel chassis, a powerful motor and drivetrain, Tom said the locomotive’s haulage capability is impressive.
The detailed brass bodywork includes directional lights as part of the radio-control. An optional sound system is available too and it is offered ready painted in the schemes carried by the prototype. Tom said the recently opened pre-order book had already attracted “healthy interest”.
Visit www.locoworks.co.uk or telephone 0191 469 3796.