The kit is printed using high detail resin in the UK and the sale is for the chassis, body and sundry dress up items only. It comes unpainted and supplied without the Tenshodo chassis which is shown here for information only. I suggest the WB-36 with 10.5mm wheels.
The first few pictures shows the kit painted so you can see how good the finish is.
Fan shroud
Radiator
Roof and 2 x 70mm brass supports
4 x 10mm pegs
Driver included
General FAQs
What exactly is this kit?
This is a high-detail resin kit for a diesel loco based on a Simplex caravan locomotive, designed for GN15 layouts, workyards and industrial scenes. The kit provides the resin chassis, body and dress-up items for you to assemble, prime and paint yourself.
What scale and track is this suitable for?
The kit is intended for GN15, which is narrow gauge G-scale modelled at 1:22.5 scale running on 16.5 mm gauge track.
What parts are included with my order?
Your order includes a resin chassis suitable for a Tenshodo Spud or Hanazono power unit, Simplex caravan body, seat base and tractor seat, engine cover, fan, fan shroud, radiator, roof with two 70 mm brass supports, four 10 mm pegs, two coupling blocks and a driver figure. All parts are supplied unassembled where appropriate, unprimed and unpainted.
Is a motorised chassis included?
No, the motorised chassis is not included. The Tenshodo unit shown in some photos is for illustration only. The suggested option is a Tenshodo WB-36 with 10.5 mm wheels, or a similar Hanazono unit that matches the chassis mount.
What colour are the parts and how are they produced?
The parts are 3D printed in high-detail resin in grey. Each piece is cleaned and cured by hand, with supports removed before dispatch. Some light finishing by the modeller may still be needed.
How is the kit packaged and shipped?
The kit is dispatched by Royal Mail within the UK and via the eBay Global Shipping Program for overseas orders. Packaging is eco-friendly: the outer packaging uses recycled materials and is fully recyclable, and the inner packing is acid-free and made from 99% recycled pulp fibres.
Troubleshooting FAQs
Some parts have faint marks or a slight texture. Is this normal?
Yes. Support marks are minimised during production, but with high-detail resin printing a few fine marks or a slight texture can remain. These are usually removed with light sanding or careful scraping before priming.
A part arrived broken. What should I do?
If a part has clearly been damaged in the post, take clear photos of the damage and the packaging and contact the seller through the marketplace where you purchased the kit. They will review the images and advise what can be done to help.
I dropped a piece and it snapped. Can this be replaced?
Resin can be quite delicate and breakages after delivery cannot be guaranteed for replacement. However, it is still worth contacting the seller with photos, as they may be able to suggest a repair approach or discuss possible options.
The motor unit I have does not seem to fit the chassis perfectly. Any tips?
The chassis is designed for a Tenshodo Spud or similar Hanazono unit, with a preference for a 36 mm wheelbase and 10.5 mm diameter wheels. If your chosen unit differs from this, you may need to carefully adjust or pack the mounting area so the unit sits level and runs freely, taking care not to stress the resin.
The loco feels very light and struggles for traction. How can I improve it?
The engine cover has been designed with space for lead shot or products such as Liquid Gravity. Adding weight inside this area, secured with suitable adhesive, will improve traction without altering the external appearance.
Assembly & Painting FAQs
What glue should I use to assemble the kit?
Standard superglue works well for a strong, permanent bond between the resin components. For a less permanent solution, PVA or Roket glue can be used on suitable joints. Always test-fit parts before gluing.
Do I need to do any preparation before priming?
Yes. Check for any remaining support marks or slight surface imperfections and gently sand or scrape them smooth. Make sure all parts are clean and free from dust or fingerprints before applying primer.
What type of primer and paint can I use on the resin?
The kit is supplied ready for you to prime and paint. Use a primer suitable for resin or plastic models, applied in light coats. Once primed, most hobby acrylic or enamel paints designed for miniatures or model railways will work well, following the paint manufacturer’s instructions.
How should I handle and assemble the finer details?
Small parts such as the fan, fan shroud, radiator, brass roof supports and coupling blocks should be handled with care. Use tweezers where helpful, dry-fit to confirm orientation, and apply small amounts of glue to avoid excess on visible surfaces.
When should I add the driver figure and other dress-up parts?
It is usually easiest to test-fit the interior parts, then paint the main body and interior details separately. Once the paint is fully dry, you can glue in the seat, driver and other dress-up items, making final touch-ups and weathering afterwards to blend everything together.
Product FAQs
What exactly is this kit?
This is a high-detail resin kit for a diesel loco based on a Simplex caravan locomotive, designed for GN15 layouts, workyards and industrial estates. It provides the resin chassis, body and dress-up items for you to assemble, prime and paint yourself.
What scale and track is this suitable for?
The kit is intended for GN15, which is basically narrow gauge G-scale modelled at 1:22.5 scale, running on standard 16.5 mm gauge track.
What parts are included with my order?
Your order includes a resin chassis suitable for a Tenshodo Spud or Hanazono power unit, Simplex caravan body, seat base and tractor seat, engine cover, fan, fan shroud, radiator, roof with two 70 mm brass supports, four 10 mm pegs, two coupling blocks and a driver figure. All parts are supplied unassembled where appropriate, unprimed and unpainted.
Is a motorised chassis included?
No, the motorised chassis is not included. The Tenshodo unit shown in some photos is for information only. The suggested option is a Tenshodo WB-36 with 10.5 mm wheels, or a similar Hanazono unit that matches the chassis mount.
What material and colour are the parts?
The parts are 3D printed in high-detail resin and supplied in grey. They are cleaned, cured and have supports removed by hand before being packed.
Are the parts ready to paint straight away?
Yes, they are supplied ready for you to prime and paint. You may wish to do a little fine sanding where any slight support marks remain, but no heavy cleanup should be necessary.
Troubleshooting FAQs
Some parts have faint lines or marks. Is this normal?
Yes. With high-detail resin printing, a few fine support marks or subtle print lines can remain even after cleanup. These are usually removed with gentle sanding or scraping before priming.
A part arrived broken in the post. What should I do?
Please take clear photos of the damaged part and the packaging, then contact the seller through the platform where you bought the kit. With images, they can assess the damage and see what can be done to help.
I broke a piece after it arrived. Can it be replaced?
Resin is delicate, and the seller cannot be responsible for breakages once the parcel has arrived. However, it is still worth getting in touch with photos; they may be able to suggest repair options or discuss possible solutions.
My power unit does not seem to fit the chassis properly. Any advice?
The chassis is designed for a Tenshodo Spud or Hanazono unit, ideally with a 36 mm wheelbase and 10.5 mm diameter wheels. If your unit differs from this, you may need to carefully pack or adjust the mounting so it sits level and runs freely, avoiding any stress on the resin.
The loco feels light and slips when running. How can I add weight?
The engine cover has space specifically intended for lead shot or products such as Liquid Gravity. Securing weight inside this area with a suitable adhesive will improve traction without affecting the external appearance.
Assembly & Painting FAQs
What glue should I use to assemble the kit?
Superglue works very well for a strong, permanent bond between resin parts. For a less permanent or more adjustable bond, you can use PVA or Roket glue where suitable. Always dry-fit parts before committing with glue.
Do I need to do any preparation before priming?
It is good practice to inspect each part, gently sand away any remaining support marks and ensure the surfaces are clean and free of dust or fingerprints. Once you are happy with the finish, you can go straight to priming.
What kind of primer and paint should I use?
Use a primer suitable for resin or plastic models, applied in light coats. After priming, most hobby acrylics or enamels designed for miniatures or model railways will work well; just follow the paint manufacturer’s instructions for thinning and drying times.
Any tips for fitting the finer details?
Small parts such as the fan, fan shroud, radiator, brass roof supports and coupling blocks benefit from careful handling. Test-fit them first, use tweezers if needed, and apply only small amounts of glue to avoid excess on visible surfaces.
When should I install the driver and interior details?
Many modellers find it easiest to paint the body shell and interior parts separately, then glue in the seat, driver and other dress-up items once the main colours are dry. You can then add final touch-ups and weathering to blend everything together.
Product FAQs
What exactly is this kit?
This is a high-detail resin kit for a diesel locomotive based on a Simplex caravan loco, designed for GN15 layouts, workyards and industrial estates. It provides the resin chassis, body and dress-up items for you to assemble, prime and paint yourself.
What scale and track is this suitable for?
The kit is intended for GN15, which is basically narrow gauge G-scale, modelled at 1:22.5 scale and running on 16.5Â mm gauge track.
What parts are included with my order?
Your order includes:
- Chassis suitable for a Tenshodo Spud or Hanazono power unit (36Â mm wheelbase with 10.5Â mm wheels suggested)
- Simplex caravan body
- Seat base and tractor seat
- Engine cover
- Fan and fan shroud
- Radiator
- Roof and 2 x 70Â mm brass supports
- 4 x 10Â mm pegs
- 2 x coupling blocks
- Driver figure
All parts are supplied unassembled where needed, unprimed and unpainted.
Is a motorised chassis included?
No, a motorised chassis is not included. The Tenshodo chassis shown in some photos is for information only. A Tenshodo WB-36 with 10.5Â mm wheels (or a similar Hanazono unit) is suggested to power the model.
What material and colour are the parts?
All pieces are 3D printed in high-detail resin and supplied in grey. They are cleaned, cured and have supports removed by hand before packing.
Are the parts ready to paint straight away?
Yes. The parts are supplied ready for you to prime and paint. You may wish to do some very light sanding where fine support marks remain, but no heavy cleanup should be necessary.
Troubleshooting FAQs
Some parts have faint lines or marks. Is this normal?
Yes. With high-detail resin printing, a few fine support marks or subtle lines can remain even after cleanup. These can usually be removed with gentle sanding or scraping before you apply primer.
A part arrived broken in the post. What should I do?
If something has clearly broken in transit, please take clear photos of the damaged part and the packaging, then contact the seller through the platform where you bought the kit. With images, they can see what has happened and what can be done to help.
I broke a piece after it arrived. Can it be replaced?
Resin can be quite delicate, and the seller cannot be held responsible for breakages once the parcel has arrived. However, it is still worth getting in touch with photos, as they may be able to suggest repair methods or discuss possible options.
My power unit does not seem to fit the chassis properly. Any advice?
The chassis is designed for a Tenshodo Spud or Hanazono unit, with a preference for a 36Â mm wheelbase and 10.5Â mm diameter wheels. If your chosen unit differs from this, you may need to carefully adjust or pack the mounting area so the motor unit sits level and runs freely, taking care not to stress the resin.
The loco feels light and slips when running. How can I add weight?
The engine cover has room specifically intended for lead shot or products such as Liquid Gravity. Adding weight inside this area, secured with a suitable adhesive, will improve traction without altering the external appearance.
Assembly & Painting FAQs
What glue should I use to assemble the kit?
Superglue works very well for a strong, permanent bond between the resin components. For a less permanent solution, you can use PVA or Roket glue on suitable joints. Always dry-fit parts before gluing.
Do I need to do any preparation before priming?
Yes. Check each part for any remaining support marks or slight surface imperfections and gently sand or scrape them smooth. Make sure the parts are clean and free of dust or fingerprints before applying primer.
What kind of primer and paint should I use?
The kit is supplied ready for you to prime and paint. Use a primer suitable for resin or plastic models, applied in light coats. Once primed, most hobby acrylic or enamel paints designed for miniatures or model railways will work well, following the paint manufacturer’s instructions.
Any tips for fitting the finer details?
Small parts such as the fan, fan shroud, radiator, brass roof supports and coupling blocks benefit from careful handling. Test-fit them first, use tweezers if helpful, and apply only small amounts of glue to avoid excess on visible surfaces.
When should I install the driver and interior details?
Many modellers find it easiest to test-fit the interior, then paint the main body shell and interior parts separately. Once the paint is fully dry, you can glue in the seat, driver and other dress-up items, then add any final touch-ups and weathering to tie everything together.
