alexl102

Thanks for confirming, I suspected as much with regard to the S160.

Just noticed that the MWs aren't even on the delivery schedule on Rapido's website but are still being advertised by some retailers as delivery expected 2024! Without wishing to sound like I'm being critical, I'm curious to know why Rapido announced these and the S160s when they did, given that they've announced a number of models since which are way much further on in production, and there's been no update on either more or less since they were announced back in August. It doesn't seem to fit with the timing/stage of other recent announceents by them. Had another manufacturer had the same ideas, maybe? EDIT: Unless my web browser is playing up, the S160 is no longer mentioned on the Rapido website...

For those awaiting the second batch of Hunslets, it would appear it'll be well into 2025 before they appear. Rapido expect delivery to be around 9 months after the order book closes, and the date for that currently isn't set. I presume this is a combination of finalising liveries and awaiting a factory slot but that's just guesswork!

Have a word with the guys at Rapdio, they are helpful!

Cheers Corbs, any chance we'll see livery samples before the order book closes?

I'm surprised we've had no updates on the batch 2 Hunslets since they were announced, aside from tweaking the livery of the wasp-stripe one. Last i heard, the liveries were the sticking point so maybe they're just taking longer than expected? As an aside, anyone know why they've gone for the plain, 1970s Primrose rather than the fully lined-out 1990s version which I think is a little more iconic for that loco?

Hi, Sorry to resurrect an old thread. I recently bought a 2nd hand Heljan Class 05 wihch was reported as being an excellent runner but with one buffer beam loose. As it happens, it looks like the rear buffer beam and buffers need fully replacing as they're loose and twisted, and the rear beam won't stay on. I am tempted to do both front and back as I'd like to replace the wasp stripes with plain red. It is an excellent runner - but in the opposite direction to everything else on my layout! So my first question is - I know I can get a full spare pair of buffer beams from Gaugemaster for a very reasonable cost. How easy is it to assemble the new buffers and buffer beam, for a novice in this area? It seems on my example that it's the spring mechanism in the buffers thats causing them to sit twisted; is this going to be a challenge when assembling the new ones? I'm not madly fussed if the buffers aren't sprung if they'll stay in one position. Secondly, with regard to the direction of running, is it just as simple as asking my local model shop (who do repairs) to swap two wires over? I run DC so assume its nothing related to a chip. Thanks!

Why is it worrying? Rapido UK have, from day 1, been a company that likes to have a bit of fun. They generally make it very clear when they’re having a laugh with us - and this livery was originally clearly marked as a ‘rejected’. But they’ve listened to public opinion and decided to make the model as it’s proven so popular.

I’m just going to leave this here… 😄

At risk of upsetting someone here... I'm no expert on these but when photos of the first painted samples were released, quite a lot of people were absolutely panning them - buffers were oversized, liveries inaccurate, various other complaints. Looking at the images now available, have these issues been addressed? They're cute locos but something about them looks off in the photos and I can't put my finger on what!

I suspect that this particular post may have been partially intended to gauge interest for a potential Ltd Ed model... it's too good to have spent that long designing for no reason!

I actually asked about this on another forum. As of last summer the boiler was at NYMR whilst the rest was under overhaul at a private site which the owner does not want publicly disclosing.

The above has made fascinating reading but I’m afraid mine will be treated as a light railway loco! Rule 1 applies! @JShow - me too. I’m hoping to get a 2nd batch Hunslet, then holding off for a MW because I think they’ll be a bit more expensive so time for saving up is needed!

At least 1939 - 60: http://shedbashuk.blogspot.com/2012/12/ardsley-1958-1963.html

I haven't had chance to look through the running numbers to see if any of them were Ardsley-based, but your commend suggests that you reside not all that far from me!