Bachmann announcements

[pacer lover]

Cant wait for the class 70

 

The BAA bogie steel coil carrying bogie wagons, FNA nuclear flask wagon will nice too

 

Intesting to see a class 85 hopefully more electrics to come over the next few years.

 

Am happy that there are doing more figures too. Must get some trainspottes

[Redkiterail]

With the class 350 emu, 411emu and the 2epb plus the class 85 Emu. I wonder how long for the 313 emu unit since there are now Southern and Midland region units plus the Desrio was a very likely models in future due to the modular nature of the prototype so 450/360 Emu and perhaps the 185dmu are possible with a new cab tooling for emu and diesel equipment for the under-frame.

 

For me when cash is available its OTA FNA BAA wagons Class 170 in transport Scotland possible class 70 locomotive with a class 03 and already class 14 in n gauge.

Andy I don't suppose there is any news from last year announcements i.e epb or mp.

 

Bachmann should be applaud for covering most regions and timeframes hopefully this announcement and the extra models from Hornby show a strong confidence in the health of the market and hobby.

 

Since Bachmann have a 3rd rail and OHLE locomotives and units I hope this makes layouts based on 3rd rail and OHLE more possible and increase the scope of products for this sector with suitable accessories like 3rd conductor rail and OHLE mast and wire. The 3rd rail could be once piece set length and point types with the OHLE having mast made out of paster and the wire using loops to join wires together.

 

Heres to a steamy and sparky 2010 from Bachmann

[Andy Y]

Andy I don't suppose there is any news from last year announcements i.e epb or mp.

 

I didn't specifically ask as I let these matters take their natural course.

[Redkiterail]

I didn't specifically ask as I let these matters take their natural course.

 

Ok Andy thanks for that.

[Guest Phil]

The Derby 3F 0-6-0 fills a great gap and I am sure will be a long way from the old Triang model, like the 3mt, and like it will sell by the shedload.

The S&D 7F seems a very 'narrow' choice really-many S&D people will probably buy a few tho.

 

Although the 7F might be construed to be a "narrow" choice, I think the loco is sexy enough to land on every steam loco collector's shelf anyway, as well as on a good many "normal" layouts, never mind the specialists we have come to know in the model railway hobby. I can't justify a 7F or the Robinson ROD 2-8-0 for my trainset, but if I had to make a choice it would be the Derby product.

 

As I said in another posting, I've seen a photo of one on Saltley shed and I guess they probably passed up and down to Derby works for overhauls, so they can legitimately appear on a much broader spectrum of layouts.

 

Would have preferred something more ubiquitous personally like the GW 42XX tanks.

 

I'm quite sure your time will come - soon too. I think the manufacturers will have a bit of fun trying to get it round trainset corners - the reason the 42xx and 72xx have not yet sold rtr.

 

I would get one just for display as I think they are great looking loco's.

GWR loco's next year (or Hornby)?

Sincerely, 36E

[S.A.C Martin]

I'm glad to see the 7F poll done on the old RMweb some years back has had some success, it seems. Haven't decided if I will get a 7F, but I will definitely be getting one of the 3Fs Proper workhorse at last for the Midland region modellers and I won't mind supporting it if Bachmann decide to do something closer to home next year (J15 please... )

 

37/0 with lighting? Joy! BR green with split headcode boxes please...

[Andy Y]

I didn't grab any snaps today but what really struck me today was how good the 03 looks in its pre-production guise. I can assure folks that the samples I saw bear no resemblance to a re-hashed Mainline tooling (as someone had said elsewhere) - there's a mile of difference. I certainly won't be hanging around in getting one.

 

I honestly think this is the bravest and best thought through list of releases to come from Barwell and in comparison to the announcements from the Margate team. I'm not one to make comparisons like that as such but I've been struck by a real breadth and quality feel to growth of Bachmann's range. Let's not forget that it doesn't just centre around this one set of announcements as there are often other announcements around the N Gauge Society show and their own open day in July.

 

Interesting times and evidence that the hobby is very strong at the moment in the UK.

[Accurascale Fran]

Well said Any and thanks for bringing us the news. I lost a fiver bet with a mate that a 4-Bep would be in the announcement but the 85 has softened the blow! Roll on them tractors too, I'll be picking up a couple along with the 45.

 

Really thought there would be a Colas 66, maybe it will be a limited edition or announced at their own open day later in the year.

[Guest Max Stafford]

Although the Midland isn't within my real sphere of interest, I will probably acquire a 3F as I feel very much that this is a 'gateway' model and may, all being well, prove the path towards further 0-6-0s if good sales result.

Those of use who really want a Jumbo or J27 should consider buying a 3F as the makers do need to be convinced that 0-6-0s are a rich seam waiting to be exploited. What we do with this one may well affect future production of the genre.

 

Dave.

['CHARD]

Those of use who really want a Jumbo or J27 should consider buying a 3F as the makers do need to be convinced that 0-6-0s are a rich seam waiting to be exploited. What we do with this one may well affect future production of the genre.

Dave.

 

Indeed, this might turn out to be the one to let the genre out of the bottle....

 

 

It's okay, the nice men are getting me my coa..... . . ...

[Lokomotivfuhrer]

Looks like a well balanced release programme by Bachmann.

 

Esp. welcome is the Class 85 Locomotive. Like many others, I'll have to get a couple of these. Tempted to get an extra 2 just for the chassis, so I can replace those in the Trix 81s I have ,the motors on which are now beginning to show signs of age.

 

Interesting is that 2 out of 3 of the big boys are releasing Electric Locos in 00. Wonder if this might prompt Hornby to re-release the Class 81. Here's hoping.

[Pennine MC]

Whilst like others here I'd have liked to see some ex NE group steam and the last of the standards, I'd say they are still out there and will come before too long. It looks from appearances that Bachmann are working methodically through the results of the big poll from a couple of years back.

 

That's the thing isnt it Dave - people look on these announcements as if time stands still once they're made. There are undoubtedly other things still in the pipeline; maybe if the economy had been better, we'd have seen them this year, but as it is, we've still things to look forward to

 

The wee Midland injuin is an example of this - it's been tipped as being on its way for a few years now and it's a great choice in a few ways (not least because it fits into a 'suite' mentality with the 7F, which could otherwise be seen as a bit 'out there'). Yes, it's most definitely a pre-Group loco, but from what I know of the subject, Midland engines did have a habit of wandering off home turf in later years (plus of course the parent company wasnt exactly a limited local concern). Is it indeed the case that the 4F superstructure is similar? - because if so, there's a real no-brainer for a future introduction. There's also the 'heritage' factor in that many buyers will have fond memories of the old Triang one

 

There's one standard-to-these-threads quote BTW that I'm surprised we've not had yet, though I've seen it elsewhere:

 

What's the point, none of it's even out! We'll have to wait ages yet!

 

[deltic56]

"No 7F's were allocated to the S&D! The Q6 was a 6F (though I think thats underrated) I think and there big cousins the Q7 (rated 8f?) were allocated to Tyne Dock mostly... Im disapointed with the Bachmann range, with very little on offer for what Im wanting. While others rejoice about the models chosen, right now from the domain of '51' theres a big Intercontinental Balistic Rattle heading in the general direction of Leicestershire...." Why????????????????????????

 

 

There is a lot of new and exciting items to come a rant and rave to Barwell will not do any good.

Does S&D in your case mean Stockton and Darlington?

[gelboy45]

Thanks Andy for posting all this exciting news. It's a terrific selection to choose from! I shall have to sell the farm...

 

Can anyone confirm whether the OO green Derby Lightweight DMU with 'yellow ends' is all-over green or with a yellow panel as illustrated?

 

Thanks.

 

Gerry

[Bruciethefish]

Brilliant news really about the 7F & 3F, though it means my LMS/S&D kit range may be up the swanny...

At least there will now be a suitably small 8'+8'6" 0-6-0 chassis to base all sorts of goodies on.

I'm pretty sure Bachmann will be getting some of my hard-earned....

[Pennine MC]

 

Can anyone confirm whether the OO green Derby Lightweight DMU with 'yellow ends' is all-over green or with a yellow panel as illustrated?

 

 

The numerical list below the piccies says full yellow. If this information leads to whinging, weeping and wailing, I apologise in advance

[Mod2]

 

 

There is a lot of new and exciting items to come a rant and rave to Barwell will not do any good.

Does S&D in your case mean Stockton and Darlington?

 

Deltic - leave it, please. Andy has already responded to Black Hat's post.

 

Thanks.

[Guest Max Stafford]

I suspect it was meant to say yellow panel, full yellow was quite uncommon on DMUs. Expect a special edition test car Iris from some unscrupulous pusher at some point...!

 

Agree with the sentiment that it's going to be a while before this stuff appears but only the fool froths and frets about such matters!

 

Enjoy the riches you already possess!

 

Dave.

[bluex5]

7F, yes please. Also the LNER pattern trucks will come in handy. 3F not so useful to me personally but I like it as a choice (long lived, unglamorous, numerically huge class), I guess there are 0-6-0's from every region that fit this criteria but Bachmann couldn't please everyone. Hopefully if it sells well then other regions will get there turn in coming years. The 85 is a wildcard choice, providing they don't make a hash of it I think it will do well, if there are a few AC's to good standards available (Heljan's 87 being the other obvious one, final judgement not withstanding) then people WILL be tempted to build layouts around them.

[37114]

I am presuming 37049 will be with skirts, if so does anybody want a sound chip from one???!!! Great line up from Bachmann there.

[Simon Moore]

3F for me & that 350 is a model i have been asking for, for ages i think all those are strong releases & the class 85 will certainly be a buy for me even with no home for it just for pure nostaligia. Some great releases their though i must admit.

 

Simon.

 

 

[Trainsrgr8]

Now thats made me very happy!! looks like my wallet is going to get a bit of a baching this year then! London Midland 350 and a FL 70! :icon_drool:

 

GREAT!!! :icon_biggrin:

 

Danny

[Pennine MC]

I suspect it was meant to say yellow panel, full yellow was quite uncommon on DMUs.

 

Possibly so Dave, though a few DLWs did carry it

 

Agree with the sentiment that it's going to be a while before this stuff appears but only the fool froths and frets about such matters!

 

Enjoy the riches you already possess!

 

 

Yeah, I was kinda hoping to discourage it rather than debate it, but FWIW it's a comment that I've never quite understood. Like you, I'm happy to (slowly ) work through what I've got whilst also being able to base future plans around what's coming

[reevesthecat]

Any news on which pre-prod models were on display, I think Bachmann have said they will only announce stuff they expect they can release in the next 12-18 months so hopefully work on these new models has already progressed. Anyway really has made my year with these announcements hopefully the sales of the 25kv models will convince Bachmann to produce more but at least on here alot of people are happy with the 85.(including me 85/1 next year please).

mark

[BaNkStOnEbRoAdWaY]

Well Bachmann will defiantly be getting more of my money than Hornby this year – I’ll be after a few class 350s, a 70 and probably a fair amount of scenecraft.

 

 

Roll on pre-production pics and the catalogue !!!