richscylla

Didn't mean to cause any trouble - perhaps I should have been a little clearer in my question. Although, I think in reality, my question is flawed. I model 94-98 in the South Wales and I want one of the new Heljan Class 47s and I'm trying to find which one would be most suitable to fit that period, for the majority of that period. Which I guess is impossible unless the loco stayed in the same state through the period. It seems that 47575 did (as far as I can see) and 47578 wasn't a simple re-number job to 47776.

Thanks - I model from 95 so I don't think 578 is going to be suitable. I think the parcels red one was still around at that time so I might have to do that one instead

Does anyone know if 47578 underwent any changes when it was re-numbered to 47776? Rich

These look absolutely stunning Cav! Can't wait until a rake of these are running on my layout! Might not be able to run fully prototypical lengths.... but maybe two half length might work!

Certainly a must have for many modellers and I'm very excited about having an HAA that passes muster. I have to disagree about the model with most potential though. Accurascale and Cavalex both product exceptional wagons, they have proved that already so I think we need to look at what has been announced. Cavalex have a model in the tooling stage, which looks stunning. They have retailers who have already said they'll have more than the pre-ordered amount. Accurascale do have a wide retailer network, but many of their models are only available to pre-order/order from them directly so I don't see your point there either. I think it's a little disrespectful to Cavalex to write them off when everything they've produced has been stunning. Also, Accurascale haven't announced anything. They have simply made a video with a a 3D print (by the looks of things) in the background and a cryptic line that could mean anything. I'm sure Hornby will respond to what Cavalex (and potentially Accurascale) do, but that won't really matter. If people want a HAA wagon that is right they'll go for the Cavalex one, if they want a cheap one they'll go with one of the Hornby versions.

Very excited to see what is next to come! IHA covered steel wagons would be very welcome Andy!

Has anyone heard any updates on these recently?

Thanks Hywel (and Brian), I will see if I can find any photos of those workings. I didn't know Class 58s got down to South Wales much. Another thing to look for images of. Rich

Hi All, Does anyone know if PGA wagons were used on services in South Wales in the mid-late 90s? I know most of the MGR rakes were HAA/HFA and I've seen full rakes of MEAs. Were PGAs used on any other rakes, or in enterprise trains? Many thanks. Rich

Thrilled about these, although the wallet is already having palpitations!

My tension locks feel very secure and as you say, feels like a very positive fit.

My BBAs arrived today after a night in the holding cell of my local Royal Mail delivery depot after the dreaded red slip was found when I got home. On first glance these are real stunners. The metal grate floors are a work of art. Will have a proper look and might well do a review in full soon. Some photos below!

There is one on eBay (in model form) which ends in just over 24 hours at just £56!! https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Bachmann-Class-47778-EWS-Duke-Of-Edinburghs-Award-DCC-Fitted/174396243977

Thanks for the info! Out of interest, do you know when the car lamp was removed?

I'm looking to model 37051 in it's 1994/1995 condition after the 'car lamp' had been removed - are you able to let us know with the way that lamp is tooled how easy that would be to achieve? Many thanks!

I have messaged Waterside again today to ask if there has been any update. I'll report back here when I find out.

Waterside have indeed announced them, but we've not seen any drawings, dates or anything else. Hopefully they come through, but even if they do it'll be a kit which many people won't choose over a RTR model.

Disappointed by another 5-6 month delay. But really looking forward to the model so I'll just have to deal with that!

I thought water and electricity didn't mix!! Thanks guys

Hi All! Does anyone know what this building (the one with the blue door and blue pipes coming out of it) is? What was it's purpose and bonus points if anyone has any other photos of it. I have a few from Flickr but not many detailed/close up. Thanks in advance! Rich

I would love to see someone (and why not Accurascale) do some of the IHA steel wagons. A lovely little wagon that has a long life, still in use today and isn't available RTR.

Hi Jack, there are some videos where this trains are seen and it shows some of the grey and orange with the British Steel ones. Around 4:30 in this video there are some I think!

Found what I think is a train featuring some of your TEAs in Acton in 1997. Not sure what working it was on? Does anyone know?

Sorry to drag up this old thread. I'm looking to start the track laying on my latest layout, would concrete sleeper track generally be continuous length or laid in 60 ft lengths? If it makes a difference, as I'm sure it might, I'm modelling South Wales in 1994-1999. Rich

Thanks - I was struggling to find them too.