K1s?

[Ngauging]

Does anyone know of any plans to release a k1 loco in n gauge? I think I'm correct in saying there is nothing available currently? In 60s pics of Richmond station a k1 pops up frequently shunting in the goods yard.

[Newportnobby]

I am unaware of any plans for a RTR K1 from any of the manufacturers. It is, however, possible to create one..................

http://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?topic=28891.msg320226#msg320226

[Dr Al]

I've built my own from a Farish B1:

http://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?topic=27336.75
(this page and several beyond gives the detail).

Cheers,
Alan

[Ngauging]

Thanks both, that kind of project might be beyond me not having modded locos before. Or maybe it would be a good learning experience? I do have a black five but it's a fairly new DCC fitted Farish and I don't fancy butchering it.

[Dr Al]

Got to start somewhere! The B1 route is actually easier than it looks apart from the valve gear which needs shortened - it's basically a B1 body with a chunk cut out of the middle. Other details (like the cab and footplates) are more subtle and for a simpler conversion could be neglected.

I'm sure others could surpass it, but I'm quite pleased with mine in the end:



Cheers,
Alan