Welcome to our eBay listing for the GN15 Pechot style Wagon Kit.
Key Features: GN15 Bogie Pechot Wagon: This high-quality kit provides you with all the components necessary to build your own GN15 Pechot Well Wagon model, based on the the historic military railway vehicle used during World War I. The wagon is designed specifically for narrow gauge model railways, adding a touch of authenticity and uniqueness to your layout. The wagon features a sturdy construction, allowing it to handle the demands of your miniature railroad.
Pair of Bogies: The kit includes a pair of finely detailed bogies, providing excellent stability and smooth operation for your GN15 wagon. These bogies are designed to fit perfectly with the wagon, ensuring a seamless integration and allowing for realistic movement on your layout.
NEM Pocket System: We understand the importance of versatility and compatibility in the world of model railways. That's why this kit includes the NEM pocket system, which allows you to easily attach and detach compatible accessories, such as couplings or additional wagons, enhancing the functionality and expandability of your layout. Use these as alternative to the default bogie couplings. It comes with a pair of standard Pin and chain buffer blocks, but you can switch these out for Hornby style couplers, Hunt magnetic or Kadee couplers (not supplied)
Easy Assembly: The kit is designed with modelers of all skill levels in mind, the bogies are a push fit and can be glued into position if required.
Product Details: ⢠Scale: 1:22.5 ⢠Model Type: Pechot Well Wagon ⢠Dimensions: Approx. 157mm x 33.5mm Compatibility: NEM 362 pocket system compatible
Your order will come with the following great pieces :
One Pechot wagon
Two NEM 362 pockets
A set of bogies two buffer blocks
Note: Please ensure compatibility with your existing layout and equipment before purchasing. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions or need further assistance. Happy modeling!
This listing is for five resin printed pieces in grey and a pair of bogies, painted pictures and alternate couplings are for information purposes only and are not supplied.
Finishing: All items are cleaned and cured by hand. They are unassembled (if needed). Ready for you to prime and paint.
We do our very best to remove support marks but some fine sanding may be required.
All pieces and parts come unprimed and unpainted with all supports removed.
Please do bear in mind that resin can be quite delicate so try to avoid dropping your parts! Sadly, we can't be held responsible for breakages once your item has arrived.
The Pechot well wagon, also known as the Pechot-Bourdon system, was a specialized military railway vehicle used during World War I. It was designed to transport heavy artillery and supplies on narrow-gauge railway tracks.
The concept for the Pechot well wagon was developed by Colonel Pechot and engineer Louis-Adolphe Bourdon in the late 19th century. The wagon consisted of a low, flatbed platform with four wheels, each equipped with a well or depression in the center. This design allowed the wagon to straddle the narrow-gauge tracks while accommodating the large diameter wheels of artillery pieces.
The Pechot well wagon was a significant innovation as it provided a means of rapidly deploying heavy artillery and supplies on existing narrow-gauge railway networks. It was particularly useful in areas where standard gauge railways were not available or practical. The wagonâs design allowed for easy loading and unloading of equipment, making it efficient for military logistics.
During World War I, the Pechot well wagon was utilized by various countries involved in the conflict. It played a vital role in transporting heavy artillery to the front lines, facilitating the movement of troops and supplies. By using these well wagons, military forces could quickly bring their firepower to bear in different locations, contributing to the evolution of mobile warfare tactics.
However, with the development of more advanced transportation methods like motorized vehicles and improvements in standard gauge railways, the use of the Pechot well wagon declined after World War I. Today, the wagonâs design remains an interesting chapter in military engineering history, showcasing the ingenuity and adaptability of wartime logistics.
What exactly is included in this GN15 Pechot wagon kit?
The kit includes one GN15 Pechot Well Wagon body, a set of bogies, two NEM 362 pockets, and two buffer blocks. These are supplied as five grey resin-printed pieces plus the bogies, all unassembled (where needed), unprimed and unpainted, with supports removed. Any painted models or alternate couplings shown in photos are for illustration only and are not included.
What scale and size is the wagon?
The wagon is 1:22.5 scale, designed for GN15 narrow gauge modelling. The finished wagon measures approximately 157mm in length by 33.5mm in width.
Is this wagon compatible with my existing couplers?
The kit is designed around the NEM 362 pocket system. It comes with standard pin-and-chain buffer blocks, and the NEM pockets allow you to fit compatible couplers such as Hornby-style, Hunt magnetic, or Kadee couplers (these couplers are not supplied with the kit).
Does the kit come ready-painted or pre-assembled?
No. All parts are supplied unprimed and unpainted, and the wagon is unassembled where appropriate. Everything is cleaned and cured by hand and ready for you to assemble, prime, and paint to suit your own layout and era.
What is the model based on?
This is a GN15 Pechot Well Wagon, inspired by the historic Pechot-Bourdon military well wagons used on narrow-gauge railways during World War I for transporting heavy artillery and supplies. It’s designed to bring that distinctive military narrow-gauge character to your layout.
Is this kit suitable for beginners?
Yes, the kit is designed with modellers of all skill levels in mind. The bogies are a push-fit and can be glued if you wish. Some basic modelling skills such as careful handling, light sanding, and painting are recommended, but no advanced techniques are required.
The bogies feel tight or don’t sit correctly. What should I do?
First, check that there are no stray resin nibs or printing artefacts in the bogie mounting points. A light clean-up with a fine file or fine-grit sanding stick usually solves it. Test-fit the bogies dry; once they rotate freely and sit square, you can leave them as push-fit or secure them with a tiny amount of suitable glue if desired.
My couplers in the NEM pockets are loose or misaligned.
Ensure the coupler shank is a true NEM 362 type and fully seated in the pocket. If it feels loose, a very thin shim of plasticard or a tiny touch of PVA (not superglue) on the shank can help tighten the fit while still allowing removal. If it’s misaligned, check for any resin flash inside the pocket and gently remove it before refitting.
The wagon doesn’t run smoothly on my track.
Check the following in order: wheel back-to-back measurements on the bogies, free rotation of the bogies under the wagon, and that nothing on the underside is fouling pointwork or rail tops. Also make sure the wagon is correctly weighted for your layout and that the track is clean and level. Small adjustments in any of these areas usually restore smooth running.
I can see faint support marks on the resin surface. Is this normal?
Yes. All items are cleaned and cured by hand and we remove supports before shipping, but very fine marks can remain. These are normal for resin prints and are easily dealt with using light sanding and a good primer coat before painting.
A part arrived damaged. What should I do?
Resin is delicate and can be damaged in transit despite careful packing. If something arrives broken, please contact us promptly via the marketplace messaging system with clear photos of the damage and the packaging. We’ll work with you to find a suitable solution. We can’t be responsible for breakages that occur after safe delivery, such as drops during handling.
How do I assemble the wagon and bogies?
Lay out the resin parts, bogies, NEM pockets, and buffer blocks. Dry-fit everything first to understand how it goes together. The bogies push into their mounting points on the underside of the wagon; once you’re happy with the fit and rotation, you can leave them push-fit or secure with a small amount of suitable glue. Fit the NEM pockets and buffer blocks to the appropriate ends, again test-fitting before gluing. Allow all glued joints to fully cure before priming.
What glue should I use on the resin parts?
Use a good quality cyanoacrylate (superglue) or a specialist resin/CA gel for bonding the resin components and attaching the bogies and detail parts. Avoid solvent cements intended for polystyrene, as they generally do not work on cured resin.
How should I prepare the parts before painting?
Although the parts are cleaned and cured, it’s good practice to:
Inspect for any remaining support marks and gently sand them smooth.
Give the parts a quick wash in lukewarm water with a tiny drop of mild detergent, then rinse and let them dry thoroughly.
Handle with clean hands or gloves to avoid fingerprints and grease before priming.
What primer and paints work best on this resin?
Use a primer that is suitable for resin, such as an acrylic or enamel model primer in aerosol or airbrush form. Once primed, you can use your usual model paints (acrylics or enamels) for the top coats. Always apply several light coats rather than one heavy one to preserve the fine detail.
Any tips for weathering this Pechot wagon for a WWI look?
To capture a WWI feel, start with an appropriate base colour for military narrow-gauge stock, then add gentle weathering to suggest hard service:
Use washes to bring out plank lines and rivet detail.
Dry-brush lighter tones on edges and raised details.
Add subtle rust streaks, dust, and mud effects around the well and bogies.
Build up the weathering slowly so you don’t obscure the detail.
