mikeharvey22 Posted January 24, 2017 Share Posted January 24, 2017 (edited) Seven single wagons, and a three pack announced 24 January 2017. Some have loads, and more than one bogie type. Cover a variety of periods. http://www.oxforddiecast.co.uk/collections/oxford-rail?page=2 Edited January 24, 2017 by mikeharvey22 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenGiraffe22 Posted January 24, 2017 Share Posted January 24, 2017 When I started my wartime themed layout a couple years ago I was disappointed with the lack of tank transportation, now I seem to be inundated with them, fantastic! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ragtag Posted January 24, 2017 Share Posted January 24, 2017 I'll be interested to see how these compare to the Hattons versions, although I can't help wishing they'd announced a modern warflat as well/instead. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium PMP Posted January 25, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted January 25, 2017 A couple of pics of the Oxford Warwell here https://albionyard.wordpress.com/2017/01/25/notes-from-olympia-1-toy-fair-2017/ Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold PaulRhB Posted January 25, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 25, 2017 Paul, you mention a recent rebuilt version is this OR76WW010 revised bed one and did it say if they will have the modern bogies? The image is the diamond frame version still but that may be a stock image. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KDG Posted January 25, 2017 Share Posted January 25, 2017 A couple of pics of the Oxford Warwell here https://albionyard.wordpress.com/2017/01/25/notes-from-olympia-1-toy-fair-2017/ Thanks for posting.... From those 2 pictures it may be that this is a separate venture from the Hattons' Warwells. These have the rivet detail already included which the Hattons' ones didn't yet have. Mmmmm... maybe 2 manufacturers......nice to have a choice. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KDG Posted January 25, 2017 Share Posted January 25, 2017 Paul, you mention a recent rebuilt version is this OR76WW010 revised bed one and did it say if they will have the modern bogies? The image is the diamond frame version still but that may be a stock image. It is difficult from the descriptions and images shown in the advertising material whether the modern Gloucester bogies have been reproduced, I'd be keen to see more detail on this.... I'll be interested to see how these compare to the Hattons versions, although I can't help wishing they'd announced a modern warflat as well/instead. A modern warflat would be very useful.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fat Controller Posted January 25, 2017 Share Posted January 25, 2017 I note that the triple-pack seems to carry the TOPS code KWA, suggesting that they represent the air-braked version, which would have had Gloucester bogies. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wild Boar Fell Posted January 25, 2017 Share Posted January 25, 2017 Hopefully if they are doing the KWA as a present day (or Post 2003 ish anyway) KWA, It will have the extra plates at the ends of the decks and protecting the buffers that all vehicles still in service seem to have. The Hattons model doesn't. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium PMP Posted January 25, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted January 25, 2017 Paul, you mention a recent rebuilt version is this OR76WW010 revised bed one and did it say if they will have the modern bogies? The image is the diamond frame version still but that may be a stock image. Hi Paul, my understanding is there will be a specific tooling representing the MOD rebuilds of the 1980's as there were significant differences over the original warwells. The way the discussion was I think that means the KWA's are likely to have the newer bogies. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold PaulRhB Posted January 25, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 25, 2017 Hi Paul, my understanding is there will be a specific tooling representing the MOD rebuilds of the 1980's as there were significant differences over the original warwells. The way the discussion was I think that means the KWA's are likely to have the newer bogies. That's good to hear, the Oxford text suggests the deck will be modified so fingers crossed Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KDG Posted January 25, 2017 Share Posted January 25, 2017 I note that the triple-pack seems to carry the TOPS code KWA, suggesting that they represent the air-braked version, which would have had Gloucester bogies.[/quote Hi Brian You're correct they do carry the KWA code which should mean they will have the Glocester bogies unfortunately the image is I think a stock image all be it a bit blurry of a generic warwell so hard to tell. Lets hope we get some better images soon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KDG Posted January 25, 2017 Share Posted January 25, 2017 Hopefully if they are doing the KWA as a present day (or Post 2003 ish anyway) KWA, It will have the extra plates at the ends of the decks and protecting the buffers that all vehicles still in service seem to have. The Hattons model doesn't. Hello WBF When I asked this question in the hattons thread they didnt seem to think it was important enough to tool up the revised deck. Only a minor difference. Oxford could clean up on refurbished Warwells Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ragtag Posted January 25, 2017 Share Posted January 25, 2017 I'll likely be buying 4+ modern warwells and I'm unlikely to be mixing between the manufacturers. I read that query in the thread Andy, was disappointed to read their response. Hopefully one of the models will end up significantly better than the other to make the choice easier Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
slg Posted February 6, 2017 Share Posted February 6, 2017 Engineering sample pictured in latest Model Rail with Sherman. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Woodcock Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 Hello With the announcement of these forthcoming models as well as the Hattons version I was wondering what models/kits are available for loads suitable for the 1980s period. Cheers George Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 Various Land rovers, etc exist as well as some of the APC type vehicles that would be in gauge. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KDG Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 Hello George and Kelly. Unserviceable / damaged Land Rovers more likely to be carried in OCA opens, serviceable Land Rovers on Warflats, sometimes 3 to a Warflat but more likely 2. Scimitars / Sabres / Scorpions / BV202 / FV432 and variants also often carried on Warflats, although the first 3 also fit into standard ISO containers. Warwells tend to be reserved for larger / heavier vehicles like CET, Samaritan / Sultan / Warrior (which now need a cradle to ensure the vehicle is carried in a manner not to foul platforms and fit into loading gauge. They can also be seen loaded with Unimogs, excavators and diggers etc too. I did however, watch the first trial train up the Redmire branch in the late 90's which was formed of 2 RFD class 47 in top and tail mode with a train of 4 Warflats with an EWS inspection saloon at either end, each Warflat was loaded with 2 Warriors. Hope this helps 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nelson Jackson Posted February 26, 2017 Share Posted February 26, 2017 Here's a quick wee photo I grabbed of the warwell on Oxford Rail's stand. I like the look of it and my dad took particular fancy to it. 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold PaulRhB Posted February 26, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 26, 2017 The only thing I don't like are the chains, too chunky, but they are easy to sort out. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenGiraffe22 Posted February 26, 2017 Share Posted February 26, 2017 Nice! Looking forward to these Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSpencer Posted February 27, 2017 Share Posted February 27, 2017 The M4 tank is the early type with narrow gun mantlet and 3 piece bolted nose. These are generally done to death. An M4A4 was more common in British service. Mind you both types got converted to Fireflys. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSpencer Posted June 3, 2017 Share Posted June 3, 2017 (edited) Oxford Diecast have announced a Sherman III (M4A2). These diesel engined variants were the second most common type used by the British. 2 colours, 1942 10th armoured div and 1943 Royal Scots greys. Perfect load for the war wells. Any chance of Sherman V some day? Edited June 3, 2017 by JSpencer Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WD1995 Posted June 4, 2017 Share Posted June 4, 2017 (edited) Oxford Rail have updated their website and added some decorated samples of the Ministry of War warwell and the sherman loaded one. They look great, shame the firefly isn't going to be the load though - http://www.oxfordrai...m/76/OR76WW.htm Edited June 5, 2017 by WD1995 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Saunders Posted June 4, 2017 Share Posted June 4, 2017 (edited) Oxford Rail have updated their website and added some decorated samples of the Ministry of War warwell and the sherman loaded one. They look great, shame the firefly isn't going to be the load though - http://oxfordrail.com/76/OR76WW.htm The link is correct but does not work! Try below it looks the same! http://www.oxfordrail.com/76/OR76WW.htm Edited June 4, 2017 by Mark Saunders 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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