RMweb Premium Ian J. Posted October 14, 2019 RMweb Premium Share Posted October 14, 2019 These Rails ones are due out within the next month, I believe 1 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Edwardian Posted October 15, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted October 15, 2019 At York, today, at the D Class launch, the latest livery samples of the Terrier were on display. Now I must declare an interest. It turns out that being a regular RMWeb Gobsh1te is a route to being asked to consult on all manner of fascinating projects, and I have answered the call. As Rails confirmed today, these Terrier sampIes have been part of a livery review, so plenty changes have been made from what you see here, and the production models will show significant corrections in the final liveries. I gather that deliveries are only about 4 weeks away. One thing I will say; there is an incredible amount of effort that I have seen go into getting this model as right as commercially possible, and hats off to all concerned. 15 6 2 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
truffy Posted October 15, 2019 Share Posted October 15, 2019 Thanks both to @Edwardian and others for engaging in this effort, and to @Oliver Rails for being open to support/criticism in bringing a superior model to market. IMO, RoS is potentially one of the new breed of commissioners leading in excellence in fidelity, and I'm happy to support that, if only financially. 3 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stonetown Posted October 15, 2019 Share Posted October 15, 2019 They do look quite impressive in that photo! The corrected window spacing has certainly helped a lot and I love the revised coupling rods! Nonetheless they are still far from flawless, but the people involved seem to be aware of that. Therefore let´s hope the best for the production models! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
9402 Fredrick Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 Hopefully I can have rails let me pay for each one within each week or two weeks so I can afford them as my job is cutting my hours. 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSpencer Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 On 14/10/2019 at 08:03, Ian J. said: These Rails ones are due out within the next month, I believe Great news if they are but I will not be disappointed if they are not. This projected has certainly progressed and even progressed on correcting flaws. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allegheny1600 Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 15 hours ago, Edwardian said: At York, today, at the D Class launch, the latest livery samples of the Terrier were on display. The finesse displayed by these models is apparent even in this picture. (No offence, dear Mr Edwardian!) I have been following the progress of these models throughout this thread and quite frankly, I am astonished at this quality. I do hope they will run as good as they look (I don't see why not). I can live with/possibly amend things like chimney details but I couldn't have lived with the original cab front windows, these look so much better now. Thanks to all involved in this project, I will be supporting. Cheers, John. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold NHY 581 Posted October 16, 2019 RMweb Gold Share Posted October 16, 2019 I have to say, I am now considering off loading my two Hornby terriers........ Rob 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edwardian Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 More poor pictures I'm afraid (!) 15 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LU Standard Stock Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 I'm still surprised neither Rails or Hornby have done SR wartime black in the first batches, would have though that would sell more than some of these more oddball liveries. Anyone know how many Terriers were still in olive after the war? Would like to get one of these one day but not sure whether to go for olive or wait and hope for wartime black. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pre Grouping fan Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 Is it known what (if any) detail pack will be included with these? @Edwardian Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
truffy Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 Incidentally, one that I ordered, SR2644 non-DCC, is no longer shown on RoS's site. I assume this means that the allocation is completed for that particular version. And they haven't even landed! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edwardian Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 1 minute ago, Pre Grouping fan said: Is it known what (if any) detail pack will be included with these? @Edwardian If I don't recall any discussion of that, and I'm wondering what potential accessories might be? If those vac fitted locos come with the vac stands attached, for instance, there is one less thing separate. Other accessories are often necessitated by the need to leave things off for tight curves. Not an issue with the Terrier (or, indeed, with the SE&CR D). What did you have in mind? 4 minutes ago, truffy said: Incidentally, one that I ordered, SR2644 non-DCC, is no longer shown on RoS's site. I assume this means that the allocation is completed for that particular version. And they haven't even landed! I know that sales have been strong, and the demand for pre-Grouping in particular has been stronger than anticipated. I believe quantities have been adjusted accordingly. What the situation is with this particular one, I don't know. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pre Grouping fan Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 I was thinking on the lines of discs/lamps or a bit like the Hattons P's. If these are meant to be "Pedigree" I would have thought they would have added something along those lines. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul.Uni Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 13 minutes ago, truffy said: Incidentally, one that I ordered, SR2644 non-DCC, is no longer shown on RoS's site. I assume this means that the allocation is completed for that particular version. And they haven't even landed! You mean this one? https://railsofsheffield.com/products/35685/Dapol-4s-010-004-oo-gauge-stroudley-terrier-a1x-class-sr-southern-lined-green-0-6-0-tank-locomotive-no-2644-dcc-ready For some reason it doesn't have the Terrier tag, so won't show when you search Terrier. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
truffy Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 7 minutes ago, Paul.Uni said: For some reason it doesn't have the Terrier tag, so won't show when you search Terrier. I just clicked on the 'Terrier Update', but same thing I guess. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-BOAF Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 They look Fantastic, and really capture the character and power of these little locomotives. BUT for: i) the roof (still with prominant join - a real weakness compared to the Hornby model, and totally unexplained, other than hangover from poor design of the O gauge model) ii) the coupling hook - no room - hole or slot for a screw link coupling - the solidity of the moulding looks rather odd. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edwardian Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 (edited) 25 minutes ago, G-BOAF said: They look Fantastic, and really capture the character and power of these little locomotives. BUT for: i) the roof (still with prominant join - a real weakness compared to the Hornby model, and totally unexplained, other than hangover from poor design of the O gauge model) ii) the coupling hook - no room - hole or slot for a screw link coupling - the solidity of the moulding looks rather odd. Yes, I wouldn't claim absolute perfection for the model, but I think overall it's really a very good job, and a positive step forward for Dapol. I'd say it's a 'pedigree' hound. I confess, the roof join didn't leap out at me when I was looking at the samples. If a problem, a bit of filler would do the job, as demonstrated recently in RM on the 7mm version. Yes, ideally you wouldn't have to, but this feature is probably not inexplicable. I expect it avoids further tooling costs for the cab variants. Judging from what I've seen, the cheaper Hornby model appears to give you one cab (A1X) combined with one tank unit (A1). Thus the two models perhaps represent alternative approaches to trying to achieve commercial viability/hit a particular price point. Either way, some compromise is going to be necessary to represent this class in its various forms at a sustainable price for the consumer. Edited October 16, 2019 by Edwardian spelling! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dogmatix Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 Any pictures from underneath? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
truffy Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 16 minutes ago, Dogmatix said: Any pictures from underneath? You mean 'upskirting'? That's rather frowned upon in these parts, you'll need to consult our Japanese correspondent. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichardLong Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 4 hours ago, LU Standard Stock said: I'm still surprised neither Rails or Hornby have done SR wartime black in the first batches, would have though that would sell more than some of these more oddball liveries. Surely there's a proven market these days for small tank engines in attractive colourful liveries? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Oldddudders Posted October 16, 2019 RMweb Gold Share Posted October 16, 2019 2 minutes ago, RichardLong said: Surely there's a proven market these days for small tank engines in attractive colourful liveries? There has been in recent times, but how long do such fads last? How many 'pretty' locos does anyone need? And this model is a tad more expensive than some others. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
truffy Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 16 minutes ago, Oldddudders said: There has been in recent times, but how long do such fads last? How many 'pretty' locos does anyone need? And this model is a tad more expensive than some others. OTOH, I have never purchased more than one of any engine, but expanded my normal Maunsell/SR selection to include a K&ESR. And, after seeing the photos, I'm contemplating adding an LB&SCR version. So, to answer your question, who knows? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LU Standard Stock Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 (edited) 25 minutes ago, RichardLong said: Surely there's a proven market these days for small tank engines in attractive colourful liveries? I agree, and I like seeing them, but I would always think starting with the more common liveries that more people could use would make sense and then release the pretty ones afterwards. Edited October 16, 2019 by LU Standard Stock Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ravenser Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 42 minutes ago, Oldddudders said: There has been in recent times, but how long do such fads last? How many 'pretty' locos does anyone need? And this model is a tad more expensive than some others. Enough to work an intensive service into a suburban Edwardian Minories layout??? 5 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now