Comet loco (2) 7 1/4" Miniature Railway Starter Set - S Radius Loop, Loco and Dr

A complete starter set to create your own miniature railway with a ready to lay loop of 7 1/4" Gauge 4.5M / 14'9" radius portable track complete with two standard straight sections, alongside a Comet (2) loco and driving truck.

 

Our ( S ) radius curve is a tight radius curve and is designed for temporary use in back gardens and confined areas where space is at a premium. These panels allow you to build a railway in almost any space with ease. We would not recommend these curves for regular commercial/public railways as there is an increased risk of derailments with such a tight radius - use in these environments is purely at the operator's discretion. They are however ideal for a back garden setup or even for use inside with family and friends.

Total Track Weight: 152kg (approx)
Rail material: Hollow box steel (25x25x2mm)
Sleepers: Solid recycled plastic

 

As these curves are very tight in nature we do not recommend them for long wheelbase locomotives or stock. We have successfully used a Titan which has a bogied BO-BO wheelbase without any derailments or significant immediate wear on this radius but would warn that regular very heavy daily use may cause excessive wear to the wheelsets and rail due to the tight nature of the curve.

Create your own miniature railway with a ready to lay loop of 7 1/4" Gauge  4.5M / 14'9" radius loop of track complete with two standard straight sections. This is the perfect starter set to build up from with points also available.

Track sections may come with joiners removed to keep down postage costs. To attach these you will need a 10mm spanner and 4mm allen keys to attach the joiner to the rail. This is only required to be done on first installation; the joiner may remain with the rail throughout use.

A standard track section weighs 6.9kg and requires careful handling to avoid injury. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)  should be used when laying or moving portable Jubilee Track, for more advice please refer to  the ‘Operating Instructions for laying Jubilee Track’ the full version can be found on MRW website. 

As standard all MRW Jubilee track panels are widened by 2.3mm [ 3/32" ] this allows for curves to be joined to straights. This widening is within the 7 1/4" gauge standards and should not adversely affect running.

Locomotive

 

The locomotive is a Comet (2) designed and built in Nottinghamshire. An 0-4-0 suited for tighter curves, the Comet (2) offers good value for money and reliability. Upgrades are available such as the Louvre side panelling which makes the loco look more dynamic and convincing. For the full effect, why not add the excellent Mtroniks diesel engine sound system that changes pitch with the locomotive's speed? For full product information, please see our Comet loco (2) product listing: https://www.miniaturerailwayworkshop.com/product-page/comet-7 

Only available with a 5% discount in this starter set! For full product information,
Riding Truck

No locomotive is complete without something to pull. An MRW driving truck is an excellent combination between value, function and manageable size, allowing the driver to sit behind the loco. Available in a number of liveries to match the locomotive. For further information, see the product listing:- https://www.miniaturerailwayworkshop.com/product-page/driving-truck-7-1-4-gauge 

 

Flat Wagon (Optional)

 

An MRW flat wagon is an excellent addition to any starter set being a perfect wagon to pull allowing the driver more flexibility in the operation of their train set. This is a great way to begin making your own wagon or driving truck. This gives you a great start to a project for your miniature railway. For further information see the product listing:- https://www.miniaturerailwayworkshop.com/product-page/flat-wagon-7 

Package Pricing:
7 1/4" Gauge Curve (S Radius)
£86.00 x 20 = £1,720.00
7 1/4" Gauge Straight
£68.00 x  2  = £136.00
Track Panel Tie Bar
£2.00 x 22 = £44.00
Locomotive Ready-to-Run
Comet Loco (2) x 1 = £2945.00
Couplings
Bar = £4.20
Riding Truck Ready-to-Run
7 ¼ braked driving truck x 1 = £879.00
Total (excluding optional extras on locomotive): £5441.79 - including 5% discount on starter set
Diesel Engine Sound System
Optional extra = £430.00
Louvre Panel Upgrade
Optional extra = £50

Additional Flat Wagon 

Optional extra with coupling bar x 1 = £454.20

PLEASE NOTE:-
Batteries are not included in the price of the loco! Please inquire about battery options for your loco. Some images are for demonstration purposes only and do not reflect the exact contents of the starter set.

Assembling and packing Jubilee Track to ensure it is level
Portable Jubilee Track should be laid on a flat and level surface, packing pieces must be used wherever the ground is uneven, for a complete description of track laying including packing, please refer to the ‘Operating Instructions for laying Jubilee Track’ the full version can be found on MRW website. Jubilee Track, laid in minutes giving hours of fun. 

 

Please contact us for a lead time - our lead times vary through the year so please double check BEFORE placing an order to avoid disappointment.

 

Want to expand your starter set?

 Why not consider our  7 1/4" inch gauge portable points, these are the perfect add on to the starter set and slot straight into the straight track. For more information on points please see the listing:- https://www.miniaturerailwayworkshop.com/product-page/points 

Monitoring and maintaining your loco

The loco comes with completely sealed roller bearings meaning no greasing is required. It is however recommended that the loco is periodically inspected to ensure there is still free movement of the wheelset and that the electrical & electronic systems function correctly.  MRW holds no liability beyond the value of the product supplied. For full details of our terms and conditions please consult our terms and conditions on this website.

 

Monitoring and maintaining your driving truck

It is recommended that the item is periodically inspected to ensure there is still free movement of the wheelsets, effective operations of the brakes and that the electrical & electronic systems function correctly if installed. MRW holds no liability beyond the value of the product supplied. For full details of our terms and conditions please consult our terms and conditions on this website.