PROTOTYPE. This class of 50 locos built by the GER between 1893 & 1902 were a significant example of James Holden's belief in standardisation of designs based around the same boiler. The F3 was virtually a tank engine equivalent of the E4 class 2-4-0 tender loco and was intended principally for use on longer distance fast stopping trains.

  Originally used for working services out of London Liverpool Street. After 1913 most were transferred out of the capital to haul rural East Anglia trains. Withdrawals started in 1936, 37 of the original 50 locos survived into 1945, three continued into BR ownership and the last F3 was withdrawn in 1953.

  KIT. The body & chassis components are a mixture of brass & heavier nickel silver. Alternative fittings and cab roofs are provided. The inside frames are arranged with pivoting bogie trucks to help this long loco around curves.

  Downloading the instruction booklet will allow you to evaluate the kit and its construction and help you to determine its suitability for yourself and your project.