SAR NG V-16 Brake Van Kit

Note: This kit was updated in December 2024. For customers with the original version of the kit some of these upgrade parts are available to order, please see the bottom of the page.

This was one of the archetypal SAR vehicles used on a number of the 2ft Gauge Lines; as such this Brake Van would be an ideal accompaniment to any of our waggon kits. However, photographic evidence also shows them in mixed trains.

An example has also found its way to the re-built Welsh Highland Railway, where it has been restored and is now in routine departmental use. It has received some minor modifications, including the loss of the Guard’s Periscopes, and the addition of extra top-lights. Both variants are available, with or without the top half door. Please state when ordering.

Due to the very dark interior, no internal detailing is supplied as it can’t be seen.

Although prototypical for SAR, this bogie vehicle would fit right in on all but the very smallest 16mm scale railways; and its loading gauge would complement many of the medium and larger sized generic live-steam locomotives currently on the market.

Specification

– 16mm Scale Laser Cut Kit available in MDF or Plywood

– Proven, hidden slot and tabs construction for easy and accurate assembly

– Dummy Brake Detail, now including 3D printed brake cylinder and vacuum reservoir as standard

– Individual glazing panels, complete with droplights modelled in full relief

– Now includes 3D Printed Guard’s Periscopes and Side Mounted (Dummy) Lamps (SAR Version Only).

– Copper wire is supplied to make the handrails, door handles and door hinges.

– Includes, the 2024 updated ‘SARCAST Bogies’ complete with steel wheelsets in either 32 or 45mm to suit your preference as well as suitable bearings.

– Does not include seat , couplings, vacuum pipes or lettering

Dimensions:

Length: 400mm (Over Headstocks)

Height: 157mm

Width: 119mm (Over Periscopes) 115mm (Over Footboards) 105mmmm (Body)

Markings

Most of the vehicles represented in the range were built in significant quantities. As such no lettering or numbering is provided as it would be impractical to include so many numbering options. However, ‘Endon Valley Decals’ produce appropriate decals and these can be customised to suit your requirements.

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Price:

MDF £95.00 each Plus P&P

Plywood: £100.00 each Plus P&P

If you would like to place an order, please see the information on our ‘Ordering Page’

Detail Upgrade Kit for the SAR NG V-16 Brake Van

The following kit of parts is available to order on our usual 28-day lead time and can be easily fitted to the original kit to bring it nearer to the appearance of the updated kit.

-2024 updated SARCAST Bogie Frames (Pair) in Plywood or MDF as well as 8 off 2mm Journal Bearings. Wheels are not supplied; it is envisaged you would use with wheelsets originally supplied.

-3D printed Guard’s Periscope and Side Mounted Lamps (SAR Version Only)

-Section of 1mm Brass Coloured Copper Wire to be cut into sections for door hinge detail.

Price:

MDF £30.00 each Plus P&P

Plywood: £35.00 each Plus P&P