Kits PK001 and PK002. Prices and Availability here
Note that this kit is not suitable for the revised models being introduced by Bachmann from 2022 on, with cast metal drive units. More information here.
Etched brass fold-up construction.
Steel ‘guitar wire’ springing.
Primary and Secondary springing.
Primary springing by two independent spring beams on each side of each bogie to mimic the sprung equalization beams of the prototype.
Simple fit to locomotive main body / chassis block.
Uses original drive units, either with etched parts supplied for a straightforward modification to articulate the six-wheel drive, or simply cut down to a four-wheel drive.
Undertrays and end plates to shield gears of drive unit.
The original cosmetic bogie sideframes are re-used, suitable fixing surfaces being provided.
Secondary spring hanger and seat details are included on the bogie bolster. Cosmetic secondary springs can be removed from the sideframes and fixed to the bolsters for added depth of detail.
Optional etched brake shoe, hanger and lower pull rod components can be fitted to replace the plastic moulded representations.
The moulded coupler pockets can be retained if desired.