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Road Models has been designing and manufacturing 4mm etched kits since
1988. The emphasis is on the pre-grouping period up to 1923, although
the prototypes for many of the models in the range lasted into the
post-grouping era of the 1930's, with many examples surviving into BR
ownership. Since 1992, a number of other makes of 4mm kits have been absorbed into the London Road Models range. These include:-
Locomotive kits include all the parts required to build the model, with the exception of wheels, motor and gears, to give the option of building to P4, EM or 00 gauge. Couplings and pickups are also excluded, to enable the builder to select the system specific to his requirements. Similarly, carriage, van and wagon kits do not include wheels or couplings. Tender locomotive kits include the tender. Where a choice of tenders is available, the most popular version is normally provided, unless one of the alternatives is specified at time of order. Please note that we cannot supply components from other manufacturers that are not shown on our pricelist. This includes wheels, axles, couplings, etc. In addition we cannot enter into correspondence about the compatibility of other manufacturers products, beyond those specific items mentioned in kit instructions. LATEST INTRODUCTIONS L&NWR 4’ 6” 2-4-2T The latest 4mm kit from London Road Models is the L&NWR 4’ 6” 2-4-2 Tank locomotive. First introduced in 1890, they were closely related to the 2-4-0 “Chopper” tanks. A number were used on the suburban “Brown Trains” - Broad Street to Mansion House service - resulting in the class also being known as Mansion House Tanks. Etched in .015” Nickel Silver, the kit incorporates most of the minor variations applied to these tank engines. These include wooden or steel brake blocks, short and long coal rails, cab roof plates, two types of lamp brackets as well as L&NWR lamp sockets and motor fitted gear. Lost wax brass castings are supplied for the majority of the detail components, in addition to turned handrails knobs, whistles, sprung buffers, etc. The chassis has radial trucks for the carrying wheels. Frame spacers for OO, EM and P4 are provided, while the boiler unit has been designed as a separate assembly to facilitate painting and lining. The kit requires motor, gears and wheels to complete, see price list for further details. L&NWR 10T four wheel brake van. This is an update of the kit previously supplied by D&S Models. New moulds have been produced from the D&S patterns to manufacture the cast whitemetal body components to a high standard. The etched components are entirely new. These are now in nickel silver and include an etched floor/w-iron unit with compensation. Other improvements include stronger footboard supports to withstand handling, etched truss rods and veranda partition. Wheels and couplings are required to complete the kit. Since the recent introduction of this 4mm kit, we have had considerable price increases from the suppliers of the etched items as well as in the cost of whitemetal for casting. At the time we set the price of the kit, several months before it’s introduction, we were not aware that we would suffer from these greatly increased costs. As a result we regret that have had to amend the kit price, see price list for full details. L&NWR Oerlikon three unit set. A kit for the Oerlikon set has been under development for a number of years. Unfortunately, we have been unable to get sufficient details of the underframe gear to complete the kits. However, following a number of requests, we can now supply the body etches to special order. Each set of etches contains the parts to produce bodies - with floors - for the three carriages in each set. Roofs, underframe details, bogies, etc. will have to be sourced separately. See price list for ordering details. L&NWR Precursor Tank. This is due for re-introduction later this year. However, the new chassis for the kit is already available as a separate item, for modeller wishing to update a Gem or Falcon Brass kit. The detailed chassis kit incorporates a sprung bogie and rear radial truck. See price list for details. AVAILABILITY It is our policy to process all orders as quickly as is practical, usually the day following receipt of the order. However with such a large and diverse range it is possible for us to be out of stock of an item. Where a kit is out of stock and we are awaiting delivery of etches or brass castings it may take up to six weeks before we can complete an order. We are dependent of a number of component suppliers, so if there is going to be a delay we will acknowledge the order and endeavour to advise the probable length of delay. Cheques are not banked or credit cards charged until goods are despatched. (Kits are underlined in the listings just to indicate a link to further information or a photograph). |
| ORDERING BY POST. Please print your name and address and order details clearly to help us. We can accept payment by cheque, money order, or postal order. They should be crossed and made payable to LONDON ROAD MODELS. Alternatively payment can be by credit card, quoting name, address, card number and expiry date. Please note that we cannot send Phosflux or Solder paste by post. Regrettably we do not have the facility to accept telephone or email orders and payment. Whilst this might seem strange in these days of instant communication and gratification, please remember that London Road Models’ proprietor has a full time occupation, so time spent dealing with telephone and email enquiries inevitably prevents kits getting packed and despatched, materials ordered, etc. POST & PACKING. Post and packing is £1.00 for orders up to £25.00. For orders over £25.00 p&p is free of charge. If goods are damaged in the post please do not return them but write immediately, describing the extent of the damage. We will then be able to decide on the best course of action to resolve the problem. In order to comply with Post Office regulations goods damaged in transit must be notified to us within 21 days of posting. EXPORT ORDERS. London Road Models is not VAT registered, therefore we are unable to deduct VAT for overseas customers. We prefer payment by credit card so that we can charge postage at cost to save you money, otherwise please add 10% to cover post and packing. FAULTY GOODS. All our products are guaranteed against faulty workmanship or materials. Whilst every effort is made to ensure that goods leave us in perfect condition, occasionally a defective part slips through. If you are unhappy with any item please do not hesitate to return it with a note of explanation and we will be happy to either replace it or refund the cost. PRODUCT SPECIFICATION. As part of this policy of improvement, from time to time we will amend the specification and contents of our kits to update them. You may therefore notice slight differences between the published description, or between different batches of kits. PERSONAL CALLERS. We are unable to provide a service for customers to collect orders. |
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