Deltic Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 1 hour ago, AY Mod said: 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. ● John Dutfield - https://www.johndutfieldmodelrailways.co.uk We are delighted to continue our support of this Brand Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lyneux Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 I can see a few of these getting a home on Whatley. 56001 with 80s yellow axle boxes and white wheels (the train equivalent of leg warmers and shoulder pads!). Guy 2 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
phil gollin Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 . I like the way that they will all be supplied with (presumably working) screw couplings ! Will you provide an alternative working 3 link coupling ? Seriously, a very good choice, hope you do well with it. . Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
APOLLO Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 They'll have their work cut out to get the "Screaming throb" sound of a 56 hard at work !!. I remember them thundering over the several level crossings in the sleepy village of Lymm near Warrington back in the 70's on the Fiddlers Ferry coal jobs. They virtually tore the village apart !! Brit15 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
letterspider Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 An interesting announcement. I wouldn't be surprised if Hornby now rush through a run of BR Blue livery... 3 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodenhead Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 2 minutes ago, APOLLO said: They'll have their work cut out to get the "Screaming throb" sound of a 56 hard at work !!. I remember them thundering over the several level crossings in the sleepy village of Lymm near Warrington back in the 70's on the Fiddlers Ferry coal jobs. They virtually tore the village apart !! Brit15 My first experience of the 'throb' was at a Toton open day in the 70's when they were thundering past the depot on MGRs. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trains4U Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 (edited) We are also taking orders... Let us know what you want https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe2JBxsjQIMNx7zZrxPPWwzBCufEE1f5g2P3yxWwolukS07Og/viewform Edited June 18, 2021 by Trains4U 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold 96701 Posted June 18, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 18, 2021 I've always fancied a 56 but never taken the plunge. I have now. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold TravisM Posted June 18, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 18, 2021 55 minutes ago, TomScrut said: It's funny timing given all the talk on the 69 thread! At least there will be no conflict of interest between Bachmann and Cavalex. I just hope in later runs they do Colas and DCR grey liveried versions. Great news 1 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubber duck Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 Yes!! Superb announcement, definitely getting a couple of Romanian BR Blue examples with sound when details are finalised.... Thank you Chaps...Made my Day... 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allegheny1600 Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 These locos are so iconic to me. From seeing 001 on test on the Wirksworth branch in around September 1976 to seeing and hearing them all round the East Midlands through the 80’s to getting a cab ride on 126 at Butterley once and spending time on the bank at Toton listening to that howling roar, I love’em. Thanks, Cav and Alex. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSpencer Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 Great News - my only question is, do we know where they were generally running in these liveries please? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black 5 Bear Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 17 minutes ago, letterspider said: An interesting announcement. I wouldn't be surprised if Hornby now rush through a run of BR Blue livery... Seems the "New Kids on the Block" are giving the established manufacturers a run for their money with these models. Looks fantastic ! 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBE Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 5 minutes ago, jools1959 said: At least there will be no conflict of interest between Bachmann and Cavalex. I just hope in later runs they do Colas and DCR grey liveried versions. Great news The livery list is not exhaustive at this stage. We will keep you updated with any news regarding further options. 5 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Black Hat Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 1 hour ago, newbryford said: Wow! Now that is a surprise. Will have to work out which one is good for a Colas repaint............... Surprised Colas didnt make the list. The model looks stunning and really captures the looks of the prototype. Can see an EWS one being purchased and no doubt Loadhaul. Timing is rather interesting too. 3 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium amwells Posted June 18, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted June 18, 2021 1 minute ago, RBE said: The livery list is not exhaustive at this stage. We will keep you updated with any news regarding further options. Even better news Dutch / Dutch Transrail?? 1 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomScrut Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 12 minutes ago, jools1959 said: At least there will be no conflict of interest between Bachmann and Cavalex. I just hope in later runs they do Colas and DCR grey liveried versions. Great news Yep those are the liveries I am interested in, mostly DC as I have a Colas one already. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold RedgateModels Posted June 18, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 18, 2021 hmmm, I had a cab ride in one at a private Toton Works visit as a kid. If I could only remember which one ..... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombatofludham Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 8 minutes ago, JSpencer said: Great News - my only question is, do we know where they were generally running in these liveries please? There is a large Class 56 and 58 photo group on Flickr which is very useful for dating livery versions and detail differences although you do rely on the uploaders accurately placing dates on their work which sometimes isn't the case. Nevertheless it is a very useful resource. I have timetable/stock sequences based around 1986 and 1993 on my layout which is an absolute nightmare for livery changes and tweaks, but I've already found a couple of Romanian Grids which were still banger blue in 1993, and a single large logo blue Doncaster cab example photographed in 1993, saving me a few pence! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ouroborus Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 Although I never wanted a 91, i felt sorry for cavalex after the Class 91 and then there was the HAA. Doubtless Hornby are already blowing the dust off their railroad 56's. But i do really like the large logo 56's and my order is ready to be placed. Good luck guys Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolf27 Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 A genuinely exciting announcement, a very welcome and unexpected surprise. It’s great when something like this is pulled out of the hat. Well done. 3 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zunnan Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 Suddenly I have no regrets in canning all of my Hornby pre-orders back when they dumped on my local shop yet again. Cavalex to the rescue! This'll do nicely! 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold BR Blue Posted June 18, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 18, 2021 Looking very nice and a big improvement on the current offerings. I will be getting a few. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueeighties Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 (edited) 6 hours ago, RBE said: This has been in the works for a few years now so just happened to coincide with the 69. Well done, truly hats off to you guys for this one. We have all been banging on for years for improvements to the Hornby model, and another run on the gold dust Romanian, all requests falling on deaf ears. This is the result of not listening Hornby. Edited June 18, 2021 by blueeighties 5 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MGR Hooper! Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 EWS one pre-ordered from Rails! Couldn't wait any longer in anticipation of Hornby doing an EWS one. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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