Moderators Popular Post AY Mod Posted June 18, 2021 Moderators Popular Post Share Posted June 18, 2021 Cavalex Models are pleased to announce a newly-tooled Class 56 in 4mm. The model is already significantly advanced and currently at the tooling stage, having been in the works for the past few years. All variants of the 56 are being tooled, to accurately cover all 135 locomotives produced between 1976 and 1984. The Cavalex 56 has been designed completely from scratch, based on original works drawings from both Electroputere and BREL. We have incorporated numerous innovations into the model which we’re looking forward to showcasing. Whilst the 56 has been released by other manufacturers in the past, it was an obvious choice for us given the prototype ran with all of our released and forthcoming wagons, and being 56 fans, we wanted to capture the distinct differences between the four main versions of the ‘Grid’. We have deliberately chosen prototypes that don’t conflict with existing models of the class, whilst also releasing liveries never seen in 4mm scale. This extends to liveries not seen on certain versions; for example Red Stripe Railfreight on a Romanian built Class 56. The Cavalex 56 will be produced to the same high standard of finish as the highly regarded PGA and BBA/BLA wagons, incorporating similar levels of detail and innovation. The locomotive will incorporate the following features: ● A wealth of separately fitted parts, including bogies which aren’t just one piece mouldings to allow for proper detail relief ● Photo etched grilles throughout the model ● All wheel pick up ● Alloy chassis to allow the locomotive to pull prototypical wagon rakes ● 5 pole motor with twin flywheels, geared for prototypical running speeds with superb slow speed control ● 21 pin DCC interface, with easy DCC fitting provision ● DCC sound and stay alive options (Further news to follow) ● Provision for an EM2 Speaker in the chassis as standard ● Drop in EM/P4 wheelset packs available to order separately to coincide with the release of the model (Further news to follow) ● Separately motor operated roof fans via a function output on DCC, or when moving on DC ● Etched name plates supplied as appropriate ● Both standard and revised cantrail grill options depending on prototype. The Cavalex Class 56 Range - Run 1. Product codes are in the brackets - 56008 - BR Blue – (CM - 56008 - BRB) - 56018 - EWS - (CM - 56018 - EWS) - 56019 - Red Stripe railfreight - (CM - 56019 - RSR) - 56023 - Coal Sector - (CM - 56023 - TGCS) - 56046 - Construction Sector - (CM - 56046 - TGC) - 56055 - Loadhaul - (CM - 56055 - LH) - 56070 - BR Blue - (CM - 56070 - BRB) - 56074 - Coal Sector - “Kellingley Colliery” - (CM - 56074 - TGCS) - 56077 - Original Railfreight - (CM - 56077 - OR) - 56093 - Large Logo - Tinsley Celebrity - (CM - 56093 - LL) - 56097 - Metals sector - (CM - 56097 - TGM) - 56120 - Large Logo - (CM - 56120 - LL) Retailing the Cavalex Class 56: Continuing their support of retailers, the Cavalex 56 will be a retail only model, available exclusively from all of the retailers listed below: ● Collett’s Models - https://www.collettsmodelshop.co.uk ● C&M Models - https://candmmodels.co.uk ● John Dutfield - https://www.johndutfieldmodelrailways.co.uk ● KMS Railtech - https://www.kmsrailtech.co.uk ● Rails of Sheffield - https://railsofsheffield.com ● Rainbow Railways - https://rainbowrailways.co.uk ● Trains4U - http://www.trains4u.com ● Ultimate Model Railways - https://ultimatemodelrailways.com 42 16 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium newbryford Posted June 18, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted June 18, 2021 Wow! Now that is a surprise. Will have to work out which one is good for a Colas repaint............... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MRDBLUE17 Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 Hi Cav/Alex, Absolutely superb announcement and we are delighted to be able to support you with this project. All versions are available to order from Rainbow Railways now: https://rainbowrailways.co.uk/product-category/cavalex/ Hope this is a massive success and perfect for all these HAA’s. All the best Mark 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBE Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 Link to our blog page https://www.cavalexmodels.com/cavalex-class-56 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodenhead Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 Awaits expected saga, red box response and wonders if anyone else has one up their sleeves. But lovely looking model and I hope it sells well. 7 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomScrut Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 Makes perfect sense to go with the MGR wagons! Looks excellent from the pics, but no present day liveries means I will have to wait. 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allegheny1600 Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 (edited) Wahoo! Really glad to see LLB in the first release, this is something I feel the red box team let everyone down on. I liked their model but this is the final key I need to return to 4mm modelling! Edited June 18, 2021 by Allegheny1600 Addition 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomScrut Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 2 minutes ago, woodenhead said: anyone else has one up their sleeves It's funny timing given all the talk on the 69 thread! 1 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Dagworth Posted June 18, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 18, 2021 Awesome! 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
IRC Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 Oh my word! Outstanding work. Better start saving! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBE Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 This has been in the works for a few years now so just happened to coincide with the 69. 5 1 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomScrut Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 (edited) 3 minutes ago, RBE said: This has been in the works for a few years now so just happened to coincide with the 69. For the record I wasn't suggesting it was planned around it. It's just there were a lot of people on that thread lusting after a new 56 and here it is. Edited June 18, 2021 by TomScrut 2 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Griffin Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 (edited) 6 minutes ago, TomScrut said: It's funny timing given all the talk on the 69 thread! You beat me to it Tom! Edited June 18, 2021 by Dan Griffin 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
richscylla Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 Cav, Alex, Superb work - these look stunning. Will certainly be getting a couple of these monsters! Big day for Cavalex! Rich 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBE Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 2 minutes ago, TomScrut said: For the record I wasn't suggesting it was planned around it. It's just there were a lot of people on that thread lusting after a new 56 and here it is. No problem Tom, I was just clarifying the situation thats all. 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RP82 Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 14 minutes ago, newbryford said: Wow! Now that is a surprise. Will have to work out which one is good for a Colas repaint............... Likewise how easy can I turn 070 into 004 and 074 into 134? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ultimate Model Railways Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 Can't wait, let the frothing begin! Also, hello We are long time lurkers and modellers, and we're excited to be launch retailers for the new 56. Our site is going live later today 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
atom3624 Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 Well done to keep it quiet and advance so far. Is there an anticipated ETA / Delivery date? Al. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Griffin Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 is there tooling options for the odd man out? 56042 with its 58(ish) bogies? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Griffin Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 4 minutes ago, Ultimate Model Railways said: Can't wait, let the frothing begin! Also, hello We are long time lurkers and modellers, and we're excited to be launch retailers for the new 56. Our site is going live later today hello and welcome Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calnefoxile Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 Any plans to shrink them to N Gauge?? Cheers Neal. 2 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombatofludham Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 Funnily enough I was looking at getting some 56s later in the year but I think I'll give the current producer a swerve and I really like the attention to detail on this announcement. I too hope it does well and the fact it is at such an advanced stage is good to hear. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimleygrid Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 2 minutes ago, atom3624 said: Well done to keep it quiet and advance so far. Is there an anticipated ETA / Delivery date? Al. Thank you Atom3624. Dates are pencilled in within our programme but this is very much dependant on many factors, we will provide further updates as the project progresses. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimleygrid Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 3 minutes ago, Calnefoxile said: Any plans to shrink them to N Gauge?? Cheers Neal. Hi Neal, watch this space..... 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steadfast Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 4 minutes ago, Calnefoxile said: Any plans to shrink them to N Gauge?? Cheers Neal. Quick, get the Dapols on eBay! Alex, I'm watching space, too! Jo Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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