In reply to metrOland unlike the 2EPB where the central buffer actually touches the the adjacent coach,on the class 205 although the buffing plates are modelled they do not touch and so the gap between coaches is greater than in reality.shame because in all other respects it is a superb model
I have attempted to download some photos of my layout. Hopefully they have come out.the layout started out as a US switching layout but was converted to British outline as described previously .
The intention was to portray a might have been line near Purbeck in Dorset. In1898 a light railway was authorised from Wareham to Osmington near Weymouth but it was never built.I started the model intending to run locos that ran to Swanage.However I like different aspects of the old southern region and
Just taken delivery of Thumper from Kernow Model Centre.mine is in green livery with orange V at guards end. Detail is excellent and rivals Bachmans 2EPB.perhaps Bachman can produce a 2 HAP using the driving trailer.headcode boxes show white or red according to direction of travel.
My main criticism is that coaches are not as close coupled as they could be and certainly not as good as 2EPB.running is very good and overall the model is well worth wait and good value for money.well done Bachman a
This is my first entry.I have been a member for a while but I have viewed other blogs with admiration but now I have taken the plunge.
I have had a model railway for as long as I can remember. Being born south of the river in London my first love has always been the southern usually based on the south western division although I live on the south eastern and have done for many years.
However 20 years ago I went to America and came back with a loco and box cars and the start of a love affair wi
