Dapol C046 Stephenson’s Rocket and Tender 1:76 Plastic Model Kit

Model Overview

The Dapol C046 Kitmaster Stephensons Rocket Static Locomotive Kit is a detailed model kit for railway enthusiasts, collectors and hobbyists who enjoy assembling classic steam-era subjects. Designed as a static locomotive kit, it offers an engaging modelling project and a distinctive display piece once completed.

This item is not a toy and is intended for modelling use. The model is supplied in 1:76 scale, making it a strong choice for anyone looking to add a historically inspired steam locomotive to a collection or to build a standout display model. Its unpainted plastic parts give you scope to create a visually appealing finish through assembly and painting.

Construction & Display Value

As a static locomotive kit, this model focuses on construction, presentation and collector appeal rather than operation on the track. It is well suited to modellers who appreciate hands-on builds and want a subject with strong recognition and character. The Stephensons Rocket name gives the kit an instantly identifiable heritage appeal, while the compact size makes it easy to display once finished.

Whether you are expanding a display cabinet, adding a classic steam subject to your collection or looking for a rewarding project, this kit provides an enjoyable way to build a famous locomotive design in miniature form.

Key Features

• Product type: Static locomotive kit
• Model subject: Stephensons Rocket
• Scale: 1:76
• Supplied unpainted for your chosen finish
• Size: Small
• Intended use: Modelling use only, not a toy

Who This Product Is For

This kit is ideal for model railway hobbyists, steam locomotive collectors and anyone who enjoys building static railway models. It also makes a thoughtful addition for enthusiasts who want a compact, display-focused model with a classic subject and careful scale presentation.

Build and display details

Dapol C046 builds Stephenson’s Rocket and its tender as a static plastic display model. The manufacturer’s 31-stage instruction sequence covers boiler and chimney halves, stays, axle alignment, cylinders, connecting rods, crew and the tender barrel. Careful dry fitting and selective gluing preserve the intended wheel movement during assembly. Our Intermediate rating reflects those small mechanical details and the painted finish. Glue and paint are separate; the supplied components are unpainted rather than a finished multicolour model.

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