Dapol has announced a new range of 4mm scale laser-cut card kits based on the preserved Glyn Valley Tramway, located near its Chirk facilities. The Kitmaster Genesis range is designed for easy self-assembly, featuring self-coloured card components, moulded or 3D-printed accessories, and glazing. Modellers simply need suitable glue to complete these highly customisable kits, which are perfect for kit-bashing to create bespoke models.
The initial range includes:
- Glyn Ceriog Station Building (4B-000-001)
- Based on Glyn Ceiriog, built in 1888
- Features moveable doors and posable windows
- Footprint: 222mm x 82mm
- Price: £34.99
- Glyn Ceriog Engine Shed (4B-000-002)
- Based on Glyn Ceiriog, built in 1888
- Features moveable doors and posable windows
- Footprint: 222mm x 82mm
- Price: £34.99
- Girder Bridge (4B-000-003)
- Based on the Glyn Valley Tramway's bridges, built 1887/1888
- Features a span of 155mm length x 42mm height
- Footprint: 244mm x 74mm x 59mm
- Price: £19.99
- Pontfadog Waiting Room (4B-000-004)
- Based on Pontfradog, built 1896
- Features a moveable door and posable window
- Price: £14.99
The station building, engine shed, and girder bridge are nearing the end of their production cycle, while the small waiting room building is set to be laser-cut in the coming weeks. The entire range is expected to be available for purchase directly from Dapol's website towards the end of September or early October.
