INSTALLATION KIT FOR THE ARGYLE LOCO
NSWGR. "C-38" LIVE STEAM LOCO. July 1st 2020
Remote Control Systems (RCS)
KIT ALSO SUITS MOST GAUGE # 1 TENDER LOCOS.
ADD 1 x EXTRA SERVO FOR REVERSER IF FITTED.
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COMPLETE R/C KIT FROM ONLY A$229 (plus postage)
Kit comprises;
1 x # RCS DU-Tx1 3 channel 2.4 Ghz DSM2 handpiece,
1 x # Rx107-TM Auto bind RX. (Diversity Antennas).
1 x Hi-Tec HS65mg servo,
1 x ON-OFF switch w/charge lead.
1 x 4 cell "Flat Pack" AA battery holder,
1 x # SL-6-EX servo extension lead. (Loco to tender connection).
Please note. This kit controls just the steam regulator.
Direction is set by the screw reverser in the loco. For R/C control of the reversing, extra parts will be needed.
Contact RCS for advice. At present a reverser kit is not available.
Ideas for mounting servos in 1:32 scale Gauge # 1 locos.
Click here. Courtesy of Ryan Bednarik.
ALL PARTS ARE AVAILABLE SEPARATELY.
You can order suitable dry cells or rechargeable batteries separately.
A charger is available for Australian customers.
| C38 KIT STEAM "A" (W/Tx) |
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| A$ 229 | ||
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| C38 KIT STEAM "B" (No Tx) |
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| A$ 110 | ||
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| Model | Price | Image | Description |
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| RCS DU-Tx-1 3 Ch 2.4 GHz DSM2 TX. 300º knob for 90º control of the steam regulator = much smoother servo control. If fitted, Infinitely adjustable 150º valve gear servo. Set desired direction and cut off. 1 x Full servo movement output (Whistle?). Can also be used with "Centre OFF" & "Low OFF" ESC's for battery R/C. "Low OFF" ESC's operate battery R/C just like you do with live steam. No servo reversing on TX handpiece. Use # Rx107 Rx. (Click the pictures for full information) |
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| DU-TX1 |
$119 |  |
DSM2 3 x CH R/C TX For controlling Live Steam locos. Same as our earlier TX-1 in a new smaller case. In Stock. pdf instructions |
| AUTOMATIC BINDING DSM2 RX's. Low cost 5 Channel DSM2 2.4 Ghz RX. Disabled Failsafe. Turn off TX to cruise at last servo setting. N.B. Last 31 mm of single 20 cm antenna needs to be exposed for maximum range. |
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| Rx107-EM |
A$35 (L) $ 29 |
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Xenon Rx's with 10 cm Diversity antennas. End Mount pins. Clear heatshrink covered. PDF Instruction Manual @ 19/06/20 |
| Rx107-TM |
A$35 (L) $ 29 |
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Xenon Rx's with 10 cm Diversity antennas. Top Mount pins. Clear heatshrink covered. PDF Instruction Manual @ 19//06/20 |
| Model | Price | Image | Description |
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| ON - OFF SWITCH & BATTERY HOLDER. Plug and socket connections included in kit. |
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RC-SWITCH
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$10 (L) |
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Hi-Channel ON-OFF switch with standard 3 position 2 wire connections.
Includes an externally accessible charger lead. |
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4-AA-FLO
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$ 6 (L) |  |
Holds 4 x AA size batteries in a FLat Open format. Flat holder for under roof etc.
With standard RX battery plug. |
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SL-6-Ex
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$3 (L) |  |
6" extension servo lead. Used where RX is separated from the servos. EG Tender locos.
Simplifies uncoupling tender from loco. |
| SERVO supplied in kit. | |||
| HS-65MG |
$59 |
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Hi-Tec® mini servo with metal gears for long life. Servo recommended by Accucraft for the C38. |
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| BATTERIES. Sold separately. |
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SB2423
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$ 4 (L) |
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LOW COST QUALITY
9 volt PP3 Alkaline batteries for TX handpieces. |
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S4955B
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$ 4 (L) |  |
LOW COST QUALITY
1.5 volt AA Alkaline batteries pack of 4. |
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LSD-AA
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$28 (L) |  |
Pack of 4 x fully charged AA ENELOOP
2,000 mah LSD hybrid batteries. Ideal if you plan on using AA size battery holders. |
| CHARGER FOR Rx BATTERIES. | |||
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Rx-CHARGER
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$29 |  |
Mains powered 4.8 volt Rx battery charger.
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COMING SOON
INFORMATION ON FITTING BATTERY R/C TO THE "ELECTRIC" C38.
INFORMATION ON FITTING BATTERY R/C TO THE "ELECTRIC" C38.