Derekstuart Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 I think this must have set the new benchmark for everything else to be compared to. I particularly notice the way the body seems to 'sit' on the bogies in seemingly prototypical manner rather than looking like the bogies are hanging from the body/chassis as with most models. If it is true that this is the first loco to be offered RTR in P4 or EM then it is pretty well guaranteed to be well supported by the members of S4 and EMGS. A good move I think. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick G Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 If it is true that this is the first loco to be offered RTR in P4 or EM then it is pretty well guaranteed to be well supported by the members of S4 and EMGS. A good move I think. It is true, I 'think' it's £20 extra to have one with P4 0r EM wheels. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick G Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 The thing that struck me the most was I went expecting to hear of a limited edition or new model to be released in 12 months but no. No CAD drawings to see no money up front for development but the loco was there finished ready to take away today. The non sound version has been in the country since October. 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold big jim Posted November 29, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted November 29, 2015 The thing that struck me the most was I went expecting to hear of a limited edition or new model to be released in 12 months but no. No CAD drawings to see no money up front for development but the loco was there finished ready to take away today. The non sound version has been in the country since October. sometimes, less is more well done to all involved, makes a refreshing change from all the frothing that eminates from other companies showing a silhouette, part of a cad drawing, a loco in the background of a video etc, i think most could say they didnt see this coming admittedly its not something i'd buy as its not my era (or indeed i dont remember class 24s) but it is stunning Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Gilbert Posted November 29, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted November 29, 2015 Can someone post both the Facebook link and a current website - I couldn't find any mention on the link provided above? Thanks in advance.. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick G Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 Can someone post both the Facebook link and a current website - I couldn't find any mention on the link provided above? Thanks in advance.. The Facebook link was just to photos I posted the same as here and there is no specific website yet as the model was only launched this weekend and has been a secret. I expect it will appear on the website soon as the 24's go on general sale mid December. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick G Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 Very nice.Dare i say 25 next please. 24/1 then a 25 I think. The chassis block already has cut outs which will allow engine room detail and engine room lights to be visible through the bodyside windows. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick G Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 The chassis block already has cut outs which will allow engine room detail and engine room lights to be visible through the bodyside windows. See the 'cutouts' on the block for a future class 25 exactly where the windows will be. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
37081LochLong Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 24/1 then a 25 I think. The chassis block already has cut outs which will allow engine room detail and engine room lights to be visible through the bodyside windows. Oh I do hope a 24/1 follows soonish, i've grown tired of waiting for Bachmanns version! But looking at the photos of the 24/0 I think I may as well forget the Bachy one and just save a little extra for these! It looks stunning. Even though i'm a BR Blue man are any close up photos of the green one? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
iak Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 I think this must have set the new benchmark for everything else to be compared to. I particularly notice the way the body seems to 'sit' on the bogies in seemingly prototypical manner rather than looking like the bogies are hanging from the body/chassis as with most models. If it is true that this is the first loco to be offered RTR in P4 or EM then it is pretty well guaranteed to be well supported by the members of S4 and EMGS. A good move I think. Well not all it seems. At least one "expert" has issues? Some never seem happy sadly... 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torr Giffard LSWR 1951-71 Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 (edited) Evenin' all, Just returned from a great day with Phil and the Barrowmore boys....couldn't resist a D5000 in green with the light bodyside band. Superb bar raising model....thoroughly enjoyed playing with the sound and inertia features on Mostyn....if you want accurate Sulzer type 2s 'off the peg' then you'd better start looking for Phil's phone number and email address. http://www.sulzertype2.com/ Excellent day Dave Edited November 30, 2015 by Torr Giffard LSWR 1951-71 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Walker Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 Andy Y, Looks like it's time for another manufacturer in the Product and Trade Area on RMWeb - Sutton's Locomotive Works. This one thread will so spread to more as time passes. Tony. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold big jim Posted November 29, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted November 29, 2015 https://www.facebook.com/groups/ilovemodelrailways/ the link above shows the model running shame you have to be registered on facebook to see it Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Clive Mortimore Posted November 29, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted November 29, 2015 Evenin' all, Just returned from a great day with Phil and the Barrowmore boys....couldn't resist a D5000 in green with the light bodyside band. Superb bar raising model....thoroughly enjoyed playing with the sound and inertia features on Mostyn....if you want accurate Sulzer type 2s 'off the peg' then you'd better start looking for Phil's phone number and email address. Excellent day Dave Hi Dave Was it a good do, Phil invited me, but work got in the way. I would have been on my way home with a green one......Phil has a e-mail waiting for him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick G Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 shame you have to be registered on facebook to see it There isn't much to see, hopefully I will do a youtube video in the next day or two. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derekstuart Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 Hi Iak Yes, I did see it and was a little taken back by it. I greatly respect that chap for his opinions and abilities; clearly there is something about it that he doesn't like. But the overwhelming opinion seems to be positive. That said, I think we all have one or more classes that we want to see 100% right and even the slightest 'error' sticks out like a sore thumb. I remember how disappointed I was when I saw Hornby's new HST for example, and yet a Lima 37 looks right to me. I shall certainly be relieving them of at least one 24- even if it is only to support the decision to use full gauge rather than narrow gauge wheels. Well not all it seems.At least one "expert" has issues?Some never seem happy sadly... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torr Giffard LSWR 1951-71 Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 Hi Dave Was it a good do, Phil invited me, but work got in the way. I would have been on my way home with a green one......Phil has a e-mail waiting for him. ....spent most of the day operating Mostyn Clive...or else instructing visitors on its operation....I'm probably biased but can't think of how to better an interactive launch day experience for potential customers. Dave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torr Giffard LSWR 1951-71 Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 (edited) Well not all it seems. At least one "expert" has issues? Some never seem happy sadly... ....so called experts who want their views taken seriously need to objectively review all of the correct dimensions and features incorporated in these models before they start whining about the negligable. This is easily the best RTR type 2 ever produced and may yet turn out to be the most accurate RTR model so far The locos fitted with Athermos axleboxes even have those beautifully modelled....you can even read the lettering on cab bulkhead notices if you're small enough to get in the cab. Dave Edited November 29, 2015 by Torr Giffard LSWR 1951-71 9 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRman Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 I must say that the front end looks much more like a class 24 than the standard Bachmann model. I may have missed it in skimming through this topic, but who actually manufactures the model? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torr Giffard LSWR 1951-71 Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 (edited) Rail Exclusives....they have a website http://www.sulzertyp...)<br><br> Antar Dave Edited November 30, 2015 by Torr Giffard LSWR 1951-71 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
37081LochLong Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 Thanks for the photos of the green one Dave, it looks like a little stunner! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRman Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 Rail Exclusives usually have someone else actually manufacture the models, so that was what I was asking. Do they have their own plant now?(p.s. I am at work. I can get away with looking at RMweb but I have to be careful looking at anything too obviously 'not work'! I will ahve a look at Rail Exclusive's site this evening when I get home.) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roy L S Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 That looks beyond good - it is truly exquisite. I don't model in 00 but have to admit I'm very tempted. Roy 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick G Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 Rail Exclusives usually have someone else actually manufacture the models, so that was what I was asking. Do they have their own plant now? Made by a factory in China that doesn't do any other UK models. Nothing about the class 24 on the website yet. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold big jim Posted November 29, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted November 29, 2015 (edited) i asked the same question on the first page, interesting if they have produced it completly 'in house' as for the website, at time of writing its not been updated for months, i must admit i thought that "rail exclusive" had quietly dissapeared off the scene, obviously not EDIT: post crossed with nick's Edited November 29, 2015 by big jim 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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