While not a ready to run engine, inspired by Colin Snowdon of the Double O Gauge Association, I've turned the classic L&Y Pug originally produced by Dapol and now marketed by Hornby, into a representation of a Manning Wardle H Class.
I can't claim that the result is a perfect model, but it looks pretty close and more importantly, is achievable by many modellers. You make use of the pretty good chassis and replace the body with a scratchbuilt version constructed in plastic sheet. A few castings from RT Models and a few bits from Eileens Emporium and you are there. If you have a Pug to hand it's not even a particularly expensive project.
Elsewhere, I show you how I produced the retaining wall for the Hornby Mag N Gauge layout using simple resin casting techniques.
There are also a few reviews including 3 books, a pair of fork lift trucks and yet another industrial locomotive.
Hornby Magazine Website
2 comments:
I almost asked Sunday what it was you were painting on top of the cat food box--looks like this lovely little loco. Very nice.
--Jeff
And an article on Idle Way, a real stalwart of the local exhibition circuit that I always enjoy watching.
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