1:43.5 Cabs, Wheels and Detailing Parts
Our extensive range of wheels, cabs and detailing parts are here to help modellers building their own vehicles.
Dinky Upgrades - replacement wheels for Bedford TK Lorries, Coles Argus Detailing Kit, Coles Ranger Replacement Jib, Coles Ranger Detailing Kit.
HGV Cabs from Dennis, Dodge, Foden, AEC, Albion & Leyland Ergomatics and Scammell.
Crane Accessories - Clamshell Bucket and Electromagnets
1:43.5 4 Axle Wheelsets 24mm
This 3D printed wheelset comprises a set of 4 steering (single) wheels and a set of 4 driving (double wheels). All of the wheels are 24mm diameter, a 1:43.5 scale representation 10.00-20 tyres commonly used on lorries of the 1950s-1990s. The wheels are 3D printed and designed to be fitted to a 3mm diameter axle. Two alternative sets wheelsets are available with alternative steering wheels; AT00266 has 4 steering (single) wheels with step rings to assist driver access the cab (a typical feature of many Bedford, Dodge, Ford and Leyland designs), AT00267 has 4 steering (single) wheels with a step ring and dished wheelnut cover (a typical feature of Foden and ERF designs) and AT00278 has 4 steering (single) wheels with a cast step ring typical of AEC designs.£12.00More variants availableDumper Tipper Body Kit
To complement our 1:43.5 scale Scammell Routeman and Foden S80 components the Dumper Truck Body Kit has been developed. The tipper body is of a type commonly used for aggregate and mineral transport. The kit features a single piece main body, rear door, lift rams, mudguards, cab protector/cheat board, lamp panels and pivot details - all FDM printed in PLA.£20.00Seddon 16/4 Cab Kit
Scaled at 1:43.5 (7mm/ 1 Foot), this cab is available for modellers producing their own road vehicles for 0 gauge model railways and dioramas. This cab represents the Seddon 'Supa Cab' design introduced in 1964. Departing from previuos coachbuilding practice, Seddon did not manufacture this cab, purchasing it completely from Motor Panels . The cab design was common across the entire range of Seddon vehicles, this version being applicable to both the 13/4 and 16/4 ranges. The kit comprises cab body, cab interior (not including steering wheel), rear view mirrors and windscreen wipers. All parts are 3D CAD designed and printed in Photo-reactive resin.£20.00Foden S80 Cab Kit
Scaled at 1:43.5 (7mm/ 1 Foot), this cab is available for modellers producing their own road vehicles for 0 gauge model railways and dioramas. Introduced in 1973 the Foden S80 was a heavy capacity tipper, mixer and tanker chassis that was to remain in production (latterly as the S83) until 1977. The robust and reliable S80 was popular with major quarry and construction companies, with one third of all build being tipper versions. Once sold on by their original owners to smaller operators S80 tippers remained in use into the 1990s. The cab kit is designed on 3D Cad and is printed in photoreactive resin. The kit comprises the cab, interior, rear view mirrors and windscreen wipers. A full drawing describing the cutting and forming of the cab glazing is provided. Note; this cab is only suitable for the 4 axle rigid chassis. The S80 cab used on both the 2 & 3 axle tractor units and 3 axle rigid chassis have the steering axle in a different location.£25.00Clamshell Bucket 3/4 Cubic Yard (Open)
Scaled at 1:43.5 this kit represents a small Clamshell Bucket and is an ideal for fitting to the Dinky Toys 971 Coles Argus and Dinky 972 Coles Ranger. Crane shown in pictures (not included). Crane mounted buckets of this type were used to load and unload loose materials in many factories, goods yards and docks from the 1890s to 1980s. The kit is produced as single print with the bucket in the open position; full instructions are provided as to how to rig the bucket. As an alternative to mounting on to a model crane the bucket assembly can be used as a load on road or rail vehicle or posed on your model dockyard or factory. Two alternative versions are also available; a single piece print of the Clamshell Bucket in the closed position and a self assembly kit that allows modellers to pose the Clamshell Bucket in a fully lowered position as favoured by dockyard railways when transporting buckets.£15.00More variants availableTanker Valve Platform Detail Kit
For modellers building 1:43.5 road or rail tankers this kit provides a ready source of details for difficult to scratch-build parts. The kit comprises; Access Ladders (2), Vent/Connection Manifolds (3), Valve Operating Wheels (3), Access Hatch (2), Bottom Discharge Pipe (1) and Access Platform (1).£12.00Leyland Marathon Cab Kit
This highly detailed resin printed cab kit enables modellers to produce a 1:43.5 Leyland Marathon heavy duty truck of the 1970s & 80s. Introduced in 1973 the Leyland Marathon was British Leyland’s attempt to produce heavy duty articulated tractor unit suitable for long distance operations. The Marathon was to represent the last gasp of the Ergomatic cab, in this case being modified to suit a high datum ride. After significant problems with the original vehicles the Marathon was revised in 1977 (albeit the cab remained unchanged), production ceasing in 1981 with the introduction of the Leyland T45.£25.00Scammell Handyman/Trunker 2 Cab Kit
Scaled at 1:43.5 (7mm/ 1 Foot), this cab is available for modellers producing their own road vehicles. Introduced in 1962 the Scammell Handyman 2 and Trunker 2 articulated tractors featured an iconic fibreglass cab that was designed by the Italian designer Michelotti. In common with the Scammell Routeman, both the Handyman and Trunker were revised in 1968. The iconic Michelotti designed fibreglass cab was retained, albeit with some changes to the lighting arrangements. The Scammell Handyman and Trunker continued in production into the mid 1970s. Two cab kits are available, with both being designed on 3D Cad and is printed in photoreactive resin. The kit comprises the cab, interior, bumper & exhaust, engine cowl, rear view mirrors and windscreen wipers (separate indicators, air filters and coolant expansion tanks are provided in the Handyman/Trunker 3 kit) . A full drawing describing the cutting and forming of the cab glazing is provided, glazing material is not provided.£25.00More variants availableScammell Routeman/Trunker/Handyman Detail Kit
This kit of additional parts enables modellers to create alternative versions of the Michelotti cabbed Scammells and comprises the following resin printed parts; 4 Step Ring Front Wheels, 2 Coolant Expansion Tanks, 2 Air Filters, 1 Rectangular Fuel Tank, 1 Long Round Fuel Tank, 2 Short Round Fuel Tanks & 4 ‘Fixed Blade’ Windscreen Wipers£10.00AEC Motor Panels Cab
As an alternative to both the ‘in-house’ Park Royal and later Ergomatic cabs some tipper fleet purchasers specified an AEC chassis (with front radiator panel/scuttle) and the main cab from Motor Panels. The 1:43.5 scaled kit includes a cab, cab interior, mirrors and windscreen wipers - all printed in photo-reactive resin. Instruction drawings and a glazing drawing are included - glazing material is not included.£20.001:43.5 Lorry Chassis Accessory Pack A
For modellers building or detailing their own 1:43.5 scale lorries this kit of parts is an ideal source of additional chassis detail items. Alternatively the parts can be used to enhance garage or scrap yard scenes on model railway layouts. Included in the kit are; Round Fuel Tanks (2), Rectangular Fuel Tanks (2), Fifth Wheel and Trailer Guide (2), Large Single Air Tank (2), Double Air Tank (2), Triple Air Tank (2), Cab Mounted Air Filter (2), Leyland Type Air Filter and Battery Frame Assembly (1), Medium Under Cab Exhaust (1) and Large Under Cab Exhaust (1).£10.00Dinky Coles Ranger Detailing Kit
This kit enables modellers to detail the Dinky Toys 972 20 Ton Lorry Mounted Crane. The kit comprises a replacement 22’ or 36’ jib, pulleys, rigging blocks, hook, crane house cab interior and a set of road wheels (including special twin wheels for the rear axles). Wire and fine line are provided to complete the rigging of the crane jib. The Dinky 972 Crane is not included.£35.0036' Jib Coles Ranger
This kit is designed as a replacement for the jib on the Dinky Toys 972 20Ton Lorry Mounted Crane. The three separate printed parts allow for either a 22’, 36’ or 'folded for transport' jib to be modelled. Alternatively the parts can be used as a road or rail vehicle load.£18.00Albion Mk1 Ergomatic Cab Kit
Scaled at 1:43.5 (7mm/ 1 Foot), this cab is available for modellers producing their own road vehicles for 0 gauge model railways and dioramas. With the 1964 introduction of the Ergomatic cab to the main Leyland range, the sister brand of Albion replaced the LAD cab on a number of its chassis. This kit represents the first version of the cab with smaller body mounted indicators. The kit comprises cab body, cab interior (not including steering wheel), rear view mirrors and windscreen wipers. Two versions of the Albion cab are available, AT00393 represents the first version with body mounted indicators and AT00394 represents the later version with 'stalk' type indicators. All parts are 3D CAD designed and printed in Photo-reactive resin.£20.00More variants availableAEC Mk3 Ergomatic Cab Kit
Scaled at 1:43.5 (7mm/ 1 Foot), this cab is available for modellers producing their own road vehicles for 0 gauge model railways and dioramas. This cab is the final revision of the AEC Ergomatic Cab. When the Ergomatic cab was partially retooled for the 1968 Leyland range there was not an equivalent re-tooling for the AEC range. With the use of the unmodified cabs being restricted to AEC there were some economies with grille panels being changed to suit those of the Leyland range. AT00385 represents a cab that has retained the earlier pattern upper grille whilst being fitted with a 1968 pattern lower grille. AT00386 represents a cab that has been completed with a complete set of 1968 pattern grilles and the AEC branding relocated to between the cab ventilation and main radiator grilles. The kit comprises cab body, cab interior (not including steering wheel), rear view mirrors, indicators and windscreen wipers. All parts are 3D CAD designed and printed in Photo-reactive resin.£20.00More variants availableAEC Mk1 Ergomatic Cab Kit
Scaled at 1:43.5 (7mm/ 1 Foot), this cab is available for modellers producing their own road vehicles for 0 gauge model railways and dioramas. This cab is the Mk1 (1964) version of the Ergomatic Cab. The cab is modelled as an AEC and is applicable to models Mandator, Mercury, Marshal and Mammoth. The kit comprises cab body, cab interior (not including steering wheel), rear view mirrors and windscreen wipers. All parts are 3D CAD designed and printed in Photo-reactive resin.£20.00AEC Mk2 Ergomatic Cab Kit
Scaled at 1:43.5 (7mm/ 1 Foot), this cab is available for modellers producing their own road vehicles for 0 gauge model railways and dioramas. This cab is the Mk2 (1968) revison of the Ergomatic Cab. The cab is modelled as an AEC and is applicable to models Mandator, Mercury, Marshal and Mammoth. The kit comprises cab body, cab interior (not including steering wheel), rear view mirrors, indicators and windscreen wipers. All parts are 3D CAD designed and printed in Photo-reactive resin.£20.00Scammell Routeman 2 Cab Kit
Scaled at 1:43.5 (7mm/ 1 Foot), this cab is available for modellers producing their own road vehicles. Introduced in 1962 the Scammell Routeman 2, a heavy duty 4 axle rigid chassis, featured an iconic fibreglass cab that was designed by the Italian designer Michelotti. The Scammell Routeman 3 was introduced in 1968 and featured some revisions of chassis and engines. The iconic Michelotti designed fibreglass cab was retained, albeit with some changes to the lighting arrangements. The Scammell Routeman continued in production into the early 1980s. Two cab kits are available, with both being designed on 3D Cad and is printed in photoreactive resin. The kit comprises the cab, interior, bumper & exhaust, engine cowl, rear view mirrors and windscreen wipers (separate indicators, air filters and coolant expansion tanks are provided in the Routeman 3 kit) . A full drawing describing the cutting and forming of the cab glazing is provided, glazing material is not provided.£28.00More variants availableDennis Pax MkV Cab Kit
Scaled at 1:43.5 (7mm/ 1 Foot), this cab is available for modellers producing their own road vehicles for 0 gauge model railways and dioramas. Introduced in 1965 the 15 ton Dennis Pax was primarily built for local authorities for use as a dustcart, road sweeper and septic tanks chassis. With some modifications to the radiator grille in the early 1970s, represented by this print, the cab was to remain in production until the early 1980s when it was replaced. The cab was, with some detail variations, was also used on the 25 ton Dennis Maxim tractor chassis of the 1960s and early 70s. The cab kit is designed on 3D Cad and is printed in photoreactive resin. The kit comprises the cab, interior, rear view mirrors and windscreen wipers. A full drawing describing the cutting and forming of the cab glazing is provided. This cab can, with some modifications to the donor chassis, be fitted to the Dinky Toys TK chassis for both the tipper truck (435) and dustcart (978).£20.00Dodge 500 Series Cab
Scaled at 1:43.5 (7mm/ 1 Foot), this cab is available for modellers producing their own road vehicles for 0 gauge model railways and dioramas. Introduced in 1964 the Dodge 500 Series featured a Ghia designed cab. In production until the mid-1970s, the 500 series was available with a variety of engines and a heavy duty chassis arrangements. After the takeover of the Rootes Group by Chrysler the design was rebranded as the Dodge K Series, vehicles were also produced under the De Soto and Fargo brands. The cab kit is designed on 3D Cad and is printed in photoreactive resin. The kit comprises the cab, interior, rear view mirrors and windscreen wipers. A full drawing describing the cutting and forming of the cab glazing is provided. Glazing material is not provided.£20.00Scrap Pile/Load
This 3D printed set of lorry parts is ideal for detailing a 1:43.5 garage, scrapyard scene, providing a wagon load or other scenic scatter for a diorama. A selection of axles, differentials, springs, wheels and two lorry cabs (without glazing or interiors) are provided. The parts are all printed in PLA on an FDM printer and will require the modeller to remove the printing supports before painting and use.£20.001:43.5 4 Axle Wheelsets 22mm
This kit of resin printed parts includes 1:43.5 scale representations of 8.25-20 wheels for lower capacity/light lorries; Austin Loadstar, Bedford J, S & TK, Dennis Pax, Karrier Bantam, Morris FJ & FG, etc. At 22mm diameter these wheels will also fit onto many larger Dinky vehicles. The wheels include 2mm pilot holes for model axles. In addition to the wheels a selection of rear view mirrors and windscreen wipers are included; Front Wheels (4), Double Rear Wheels (4), Frame Rear Mirror (2), Single Arm Rear Mirror (2), Fixed Blade Wiper (2) & Angled Blade Wiper (2)£14.00Chipping Spreader Kit
Between the 1960s and 1990s many two axle tippers were used on road re-surfacing and road dressing contracts. In rural areas road dressing contractors used specially adapted tippers that could be used to directly spread chippings on to road surfaces, reducing the amount of plant that had to be transported to site. The FDM printed parts of the Chipping Spreader Kit fit directly on to the rear of our two axle Ergomatic tipper kit to complete this conversion. The completed vehicle could easily park in a yard, along with the excellent Dinky Master Pavior Roller, ready to go to work£10.00Orange Peel Grab
An essential companion to our crane kits, or as a scenic item this FDM printed kit represents an grab of the type commonly used to handle scrap materials and fibre loads. The print can be reproduced in three sizes (reference vehicles are in 1:43.5); 40% (48mm high 49mm diameter), suits a yard crane (Coles Argus) 60% (73mm high 74mm diameter)suits a large mobile crane (Coles Ranger) or medium crawler crane (RB-22) 100% (121mm high 123mm diameter) larger dockside cranes. Wire for pins for picot pins and fishing line for operating cables is included in the kit.£12.00More variants availableCrane Electromagnet
This print represents a small electromagnet that when attached to a small crane such as a Coles Argus could be used to lift scrap iron and steel. Crane shown in pictures not included. Electromagnets of this type were introduced in the 1950s and are still in use with hydraulic excavators and modern scrap handling equipment.£2.50Builder's Van Load Kit
A companion kit to our 1:43.5 small van and pick up kits this set of parts can be used to detail a vehicle or to enhance scenic detail on a diorama. The kit comprises the following resin printed parts; Roof Rack Rails (3), Ladder Support Frame (1), 10’ Ladder (2), 55 Gallon Barrel (4), 2 Gallon Bucket (8) and Stack of Roof Tiles (2).£10.00Dinky 2 Axle Lorry Detailing Kit
This kit comprises 6 replacement wheels and a pair of cab mirrors to detail Dinky two axle lorries with wheels of 21mm diameter (scale equivalent of 12.00-20 tyres). As an example the wheels can be applied to the Dinky Bedford TK (Dinky Toy Not Included).£8.00Dinky Coles Argus Detailing Kit
The Dinky Supertoys No 971 Coles Mobile Crane is a popular addition to many 0 gauge model railway goods yards and industrial locations. The Dinky crane represents a Coles Argus Petrol/Diesel-Electric cantilever crane constructed in the 1950s and 1960s and often used until the 1990s, examples of the cranes can still be seen today in scrap yards. The detailing kit serves to improve on the features of the toy; a replacement detailed jib, complete driving cab interior, replacement detailed wheels to permit twin wheels on one axle and a replacement hook assembly. All parts are 3D CAD designed and printed in Photo-reactive resin. Dinky Crane not Included.£25.00Stothert & Pitt Cement Mixer
A companion to our 1:43.5 scale light vans this 3 ½ cubic foot cement mixer is a typical item of building site equipment from the 1930s-1980s. The simple to assemble kit is printed in photo-reactive resin and is an ideal load for a van derived pick up or smaller lorry.£10.00More variants available