Andy Y Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 The Future King New OO Gauge GWR 4-6-0 set to reign supreme. "Hugh Llewelyn 6023 (5594994775)" by Hugh Llewelyn from Bristol, UK - 6023 Uploaded by Oxyman. Licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons - http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Hugh_llewelyn_6023_(5594994775).jpg#mediaviewer/File:Hugh_llewelyn_6023_(5594994775).jpg Hattons Model Railways latest OO gauge locomotive follows in the footsteps of their groundbreaking ‘BeyerGarratt’ project. The GWR 6000 ‘King’ Class 4-6-0 was the pinnacle of the Great Western Railway’s express passenger locomotives with the powerful and glamorous locomotives not being superseded until the advent of Diesel Hydraulic replacements in 1962. The thirty locomotives were named after Kings and Monarchs throughout British history, making them popular with enthusiasts and the travelling public alike. Three survive into preservation, with No.6000 part of the National Collection, and No.6023 in the care of the Great Western Society based at Didcot. Our new, innovating 21st century model will be designed and produced in partnership with DJModels and will set new standards for a ready-to-run locomotive, with laser scanning technology used to produce CAD drawings to ensure a definitively accurate model, and levels of detail only previously seen on high quality brass locomotives. Delivery due late 2015/early 2016 Pre-ordering pages are now live on Hattons site - http://www.ehattons.com/stocklist/results.aspx?searchfield=Dave%20Jones%20King Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJM Dave Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 Hi everyone, This is a heck of a model for me as I have been asked to almost 'indulge' myself with regards to detail and features. This, it is hoped, steps away from clever design to even more 'correct design', and I am glad I've been asked to bring the King to you all. More updates from Hatton's and myself as they happen I'm sure. Cheers Dave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodenhead Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 I think I have figured out why Bachmann and Hornby can't get their models built, DJM has bought up all the capacity in China. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arthur Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 Blimey Dave, 1361 and a King, you're certainly straddling the GWR loco spectrum!! Nice one, good luck with it, sounds like an impressive spec. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold gwrrob Posted September 1, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 1, 2014 Go for it Dave.This could be momentous in the model railway world.A post war livery version too. http://www.ehattons.com/stocklist/3094212/1000588/1000640/0/_/prodlist.aspx Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJM Dave Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 I think it is to be honest mate and I thank you for the kind words. Now I have the 2 big boys showing faith in me, perhaps others might too ;-) I don't think this ones going to take to long either ;-))) Cheers Dave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horsetan Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 Hi everyone, This is a heck of a model for me as I have been asked to almost 'indulge' myself with regards to detail and features. This, it is hoped, steps away from clever design to even more 'correct design', and I am glad I've been asked to bring the King to you all. Back-driveable gearbox instead of worms? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium 7013 Posted September 1, 2014 RMweb Premium Share Posted September 1, 2014 ABSOBLOODYLUTELY fantastic! Dave you are a hero. The King was regarded by many as one of the best locos ever built and a decent model is a must alongside other greats like A4s the Duchess and MN which have all been updated, now we are to see a King, My order will be in pronto Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve fay Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 Theirs plenty of variations on the king to look out for, the book the power of the kings is a good one for research. OO gauge modellers need a good king. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold gwrrob Posted September 1, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 1, 2014 Fully detailed cab backhead and the bogie with no daylight and still capable of 24 inch curves would be superb. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torn-on-the-platform Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 Fantastic! I'm very impressed at the huge range of liveries. I can certainly justify one of the 'as preserved' versions and by the time they come out, I should be employed! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold JohnR Posted September 1, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 1, 2014 Wow! Absolutely fantastic! Cant wait to see this. Just hope you're not over-stretching yourself Dave. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold PhilH Posted September 1, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 1, 2014 Don't want one (yet), but can see it being one heck of a model. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adams442T Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 Dere Santa Dave As yew've takin caer of all mi presints Fore the nixt free yeres at leest Jane sez I've got ter be a reely gud bouy I dint noe if I kin be that gud fer that longue............................ Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold grandadbob Posted September 1, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 1, 2014 Oh dear oh dear oh dear - how the heck am I going to avoid that.....unless I change my avatar perhaps? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold toboldlygo Posted September 1, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 1, 2014 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium 7013 Posted September 1, 2014 RMweb Premium Share Posted September 1, 2014 King John ordered, if I were a rich man I would order a fleet of these magnificent beasts. Will you give us regular updates etc. like you did for the Dapol Western Dave? It would be nice to see it coming to fruition. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Ryde-on-time Posted September 1, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 1, 2014 Congratulations on being asked to make such a grand loco, another real show of confidence in you and your skills. Interesting considering who Hattons asked to make their last commission A blue preserved example is going to be hard to resist. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim H Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 Shrink Ray! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Ian Hargrave Posted September 1, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 1, 2014 A gap filled....at last.Many thanks.Hattons again seizing the moment as it has with the BG.A box shifter.....maybe....but nor as we know it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold The Stationmaster Posted September 1, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 1, 2014 That is going to be one heck of a task Dave - effectively taking on the class from, almost, beginning to end with all the changes that came in between - especially in the BR period when the final state (double chimney, high temperature superheat, renewed front end and so on) started to almost make them look like different engines from certain angles. So a big task and the very best of luck with it, and good to see a further commissioner has expressed faith in you and the factory you are using in China. I hope they're not too upset in Swindon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium John M Upton Posted September 1, 2014 RMweb Premium Share Posted September 1, 2014 Just as I had started work on tartingup an old Hornby model. Never fails! Will be ordering a late crest BR example. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beacon Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 There are so many great announcements coming from DJ Models at the moment... can't wait to start seeing some appear in the flesh. I'm liking what I'm hearing so far! This one will have to be added to my list of preorders - I think DJ Models will be getting more of my money than anyone else this year. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold The Fatadder Posted September 1, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 1, 2014 edit: reread the first post and its due end of next year / early 16. Heres to a decent bonus next year and I will be getting one... Dave, a quick question. What is your intention regarding the chassis? Will any axles be sprung, and will P4 wheels fit between the splashers? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
alfsboy Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 I'll get in first .The chimney is two thou too short ,they are not making the one specific to my unscenicked code 100 plank and the driver didnt wear a tie that day .Wow glad i got that out of the way . Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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