C.R. Loco Kits - Class 300

CL08 New!!   4mm scale Class 300 0-6-0 locomotive ONLY


C.R. numbers 300-324, 294-299, 280, 281, 670-679; L.M.S. numbers 17650-17692

Pickersgill's (the Caledonian's last CME) final development of the line of Caledonian 0-6-0 engines, the Class 300 was introduced in 1918 and gave long service with the last being withdrawn in 1963 at the end of Caledonian steam.

With a higher set boiler than the Class 812, 'teardrop' cab windows and tender coal-rails they were quite distinctive among the various classes of Caley 0-6-0. Built only with steam brake they were a goods-only engine except for a few which were vacuum fitted by the LMS latter on. Most were superheated by the LMS.

This kit is currently in development and will feature a resin-cast one-piece smokebox/boiler/firebox. A few teasers of the fittings being developed for the kit are appended and expressions of interest are welcome at this stage.

March 2026 Update: OK, progress has been so slow it has been glacial. I thought that when I retired from the day job last year I'd be able to speedily progress matters but life got in the way. However, the trial artwork has been send for tool production and should be with the etcher shortly so watch this space for more updates soon.