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Our GNR 4mm outside framed van kit has now been upgraded with 3D printed solebars, 3D printed roof and buffers: GN04-W004
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These express vans were fully fitted. They were used for the transfer of lard,butter and fruit. Vans of a similar design were used for the rapid transfer of other perishable cargoes. They were originally given "teak" livery for inclusion in passenger trains. Although there were not many examples of this vehicle type, it does add atmosphere with its distinctive clerestory roof.. 3D printed printed roof, solebars and buffers included.
Our model kits are easy to assemble without specialist skills. All our products contain clear instructions which are available for download (in PDF format) from this website.
Read the instructions before buying and there will be no hidden surprises when you order. We aim to make the assembly process easy. Our latest GNR coach kits are pre-printed with all apertures pre-cut.
The instructions include illustrations to help you make the kits. Historic information is included. Hints and timing of the stages is included as an aid to help plan the project. Click on this link to view an example of the instructions for our kits : PDF instructions for 4mm kit TK-GN04-D303 Click here TK-GN04-D303 to be taken to the product description for this kit.
4mm scale Brake vans assembled from our kits, finished and painted by one of our customers.
This model represents the 6 wheeled version of the Great Northern brake van which was manufactured with horizontal planking. It was used on heavy goods and mineral traffic. An interesting and unusual model for an early theme layout, the brake van lasted until grouping and beyond.. Our kit features 3D printd roof, solebars and buffers GN04-W008
The GNR brake van type that this model is based on the 8 wheeled version with vertical planking. Sixty vehicles were introduced in 1913-1914 for mineral traffic. It is a versatile and interesting vehicle that will complement any layout from pre-grouping until nationalisation and beyond.
These vehicles were long lived there were still 46 in service in 1948, with some lasting into the 1960's. Our kit features 3D printed roof, solebars and buffers GN04-W007
Our 4mm scale GWR four wheeled siphon kit has been upgraded with 3D printed solebars, brakes and roof. The four wheeled siphon was the first type of milk van built by the GWR especially for perishable traffic.
Tthis model makes an interesting and unusual addition to a layout.