TomScrut Posted March 20, 2022 Share Posted March 20, 2022 On 15/03/2022 at 21:51, Matt said: can pull anything I had an interesting incident today. One of my 66s was pulling 7 Hattons FEAs with containers when it collided with a derailed Revolution IWA, which then lead to the 66 propelling its own train, the IWA, and a Bachmann 66 with 12 Accurascale PCAs along my fiddle yard without even breaking a sweat (and without breaking any wagons too thank goodness). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulbb Posted March 20, 2022 Share Posted March 20, 2022 The Hattons 66 was a fantastic model, but not really a 'train set engine'. Ftting couplings to both ends was way too complex for perhaps the average modeller. Mine has always run OK but has to be driven carefully when going through Peco small radius pointwork, tho not tried it on Rad 2 curves. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomScrut Posted March 20, 2022 Share Posted March 20, 2022 34 minutes ago, paulbb said: Ftting couplings to both ends was way too complex for perhaps the average modeller. Not sure TBH. The main complexity of that process was getting the body off, which is what was needed for fitting a decoder too. I think it's a lot better (and more convincing) way of doing it than Bachmann's 66, the air dam looks loads better and also can be on the loco with a coupler which the Bachmann one doesn't allow. 36 minutes ago, paulbb said: but not really a 'train set engine'. How many modern ones are? 37 minutes ago, paulbb said: tho not tried it on Rad 2 curves. Mine behave on the R2 curve I have far better than some of my long wagons. I don't have any settrack points anywhere anymore but never had issues with them on my previous layout IIRC. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torbay Express Posted March 20, 2022 Share Posted March 20, 2022 21 minutes ago, TomScrut said: Not sure TBH. The main complexity of that process was getting the body off, which is what was needed for fitting a decoder too. I think it's a lot better (and more convincing) way of doing it than Bachmann's 66, the air dam looks loads better and also can be on the loco with a coupler which the Bachmann one doesn't allow. How many modern ones are? Mine behave on the R2 curve I have far better than some of my long wagons. I don't have any settrack points anywhere anymore but never had issues with them on my previous layout IIRC. Trainset Curves After starting to build a small layout in the loft, even on Radius 3 curves models look so wrong on them due to the overhang, especially with independent with tension lock cam arrangements. So if I ever do my big dream layout, very gentle curves are the order of the day. Also with the centre cam arrangements on couplings nowadays - it's almost impossible to couple a train on a curve! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomScrut Posted March 20, 2022 Share Posted March 20, 2022 2 minutes ago, Torbay Express said: Trainset Curves After starting to build a small layout in the loft, even on Radius 3 curves models look so wrong on them due to the overhang, especially with independent with tension lock cam arrangements. So if I ever do my big dream layout, very gentle curves are the order of the day. Also with the centre cam arrangements on couplings nowadays - it's almost impossible to couple a train on a curve! I agree, I have used them sparingly on mine but the size of the room and what else I have to fit in it (including the amount of stock I want to put on it) means I have had to compromise in certain places. I have 50mm centreline track spacing pretty much everywhere too which looks a lot better, but is a pain to get stuff rerailed alongside something else. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torbay Express Posted March 20, 2022 Share Posted March 20, 2022 1 hour ago, TomScrut said: I had an interesting incident today. One of my 66s was pulling 7 Hattons FEAs with containers when it collided with a derailed Revolution IWA, which then lead to the 66 propelling its own train, the IWA, and a Bachmann 66 with 12 Accurascale PCAs along my fiddle yard without even breaking a sweat (and without breaking any wagons too thank goodness). If running prototypically - did the driver get a medscreen? Talking of trainsets Hattons 66s don't really like cheap Hornby Trainset Controllers! One type the lights illumiate incorrectly. On another type, double head and the controller trips in 2 seconds! Found this out following the odd occasional purchase, when I didn't want to keeping going up the loft when wobble resolving. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torbay Express Posted March 20, 2022 Share Posted March 20, 2022 12 minutes ago, TomScrut said: I agree, I have used them sparingly on mine but the size of the room and what else I have to fit in it (including the amount of stock I want to put on it) Too many 66's and you may need to strengthen the baseboards...... 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold adb968008 Posted March 31, 2022 RMweb Gold Share Posted March 31, 2022 And you thought it was all over…. https://www.railpictures.net/photo/798622/ The new batch of 50 class 66’s for Egypt has a new design of bogie too.. 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steadfast Posted March 31, 2022 Share Posted March 31, 2022 8 minutes ago, adb968008 said: And you thought it was all over…. https://www.railpictures.net/photo/798622/ The new batch of 50 class 66’s for Egypt has a new design of bogie too.. Angled fuel tank too, like recent US EMDs. Jo 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium ERIC ALLTORQUE Posted March 31, 2022 RMweb Premium Share Posted March 31, 2022 There was a clip on virtual railcam grab bag a few weeks back of it being moved on US metals.I put it onto the 66 pictures thread. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Global Posted April 1, 2022 Share Posted April 1, 2022 10 hours ago, adb968008 said: And you thought it was all over…. https://www.railpictures.net/photo/798622/ The new batch of 50 class 66’s for Egypt has a new design of bogie too.. Looking at the livery I thought they were for Transport for Wales! 😉 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torbay Express Posted April 3, 2022 Share Posted April 3, 2022 Dilemmas....... purchased a cheap corner cabinet, which I am thinking of transferring smaller items to, thus freeing up a larger cabinet...... I were thinking of putting 6 of these beauties on a shelf, so we can enjoy them, but that's gonna be over 4.5kg a shelf! Yes, I don't think I need to strengthen the floor, but perhaps the glass shelves may need more substantial mounts, or modesty blocks as extra supports....... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Torbay Express Posted April 5, 2022 Share Posted April 5, 2022 15 hours ago, ERIC ALLTORQUE said: Looks like another pre-owned example up for grabs! H4-66-033 66746 Well run, weathered, crew fitted, white lights modified, couplings fitted to both ends,no accessory pack, no box but will be sent on low loader. (Pretty good deal for £4 p&p!) 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium ERIC ALLTORQUE Posted April 7, 2022 RMweb Premium Share Posted April 7, 2022 another new livery to work on. 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torbay Express Posted April 7, 2022 Share Posted April 7, 2022 5 hours ago, ERIC ALLTORQUE said: another new livery to work on. Don't really find the livery that inspiring. Would have sooner seen a flag as per 66705 bodyside. You might have a slight problem if you want it to be fully accurate...I don't think the Hattons GBRf covers that variant, with bug eyes, no middle door and modified (2) cab side windows.Even 66621 don't match - wrong windows. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium ERIC ALLTORQUE Posted April 8, 2022 RMweb Premium Share Posted April 8, 2022 Of all the liverys they did i think they missed out with no Fastline one,stunning to look at IMHO and with Accurascale doing the coal hoppers, perhaps in a re run if it ever materializes. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold big jim Posted April 9, 2022 RMweb Gold Share Posted April 9, 2022 13 hours ago, ERIC ALLTORQUE said: Of all the liverys they did i think they missed out with no Fastline one,stunning to look at IMHO and with Accurascale doing the coal hoppers, perhaps in a re run if it ever materializes. it was a cracking livery, really suited it fresh out of the box And the first day in traffic 7 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Colin_McLeod Posted April 9, 2022 RMweb Gold Share Posted April 9, 2022 On 07/04/2022 at 16:45, Torbay Express said: Don't really find the livery that inspiring. Would have sooner seen a flag as per 66705 bodyside. I thought the blue over yellow was the Ukrainian flag. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torbay Express Posted April 9, 2022 Share Posted April 9, 2022 1 hour ago, Colin_McLeod said: I thought the blue over yellow was the Ukrainian flag. Yes, but what I mean is in a flag shape, as opposed to just yellow and blue rectanglar slabs of colour, which has no character. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob D2 Posted April 9, 2022 Share Posted April 9, 2022 (edited) On 07/04/2022 at 10:31, ERIC ALLTORQUE said: another new livery to work on. I think it looks good , I’d have liked to have seen the call to arms “ Russian warship, go f#£k yourself !”, but I guess that would get some disapproval . I imagine someone will commission Bachmann to do it, and / or rainbow railways will respray a load . If you want to do your own railtec were fast off the draw with decals . My only wonder would be the shades of blue and yellow Edited April 9, 2022 by rob D2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torbay Express Posted April 9, 2022 Share Posted April 9, 2022 1 hour ago, rob D2 said: I imagine someone will commission Bachmann to do it, and / or rainbow railways will respray a load . If you want to do your own railtec were fast off the draw with decals . My only wonder would be the shades of blue and yellow Depends how accurate they want it to be. As per earlier - The correct matrix of details has not been produced by any manufacturer. The Hattons version may permit the correct variations, but suppose it depends on tool potential tool configurations! Of course anything is likely to be more accurate than a Hornby (exLima)66/0. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium ERIC ALLTORQUE Posted April 9, 2022 RMweb Premium Share Posted April 9, 2022 8 hours ago, big jim said: it was a cracking livery, really suited it fresh out of the box And the first day in traffic Well if the gods are watching this tread and they are kind,this loco and then you just need to visit Modelu and you have it and its so clean no weathering required,heres hoping for you eh.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torbay Express Posted April 9, 2022 Share Posted April 9, 2022 1 hour ago, ERIC ALLTORQUE said: Well if the gods are watching this tread and they are kind,this loco and then you just need to visit Modelu and you have it and its so clean no weathering required,heres hoping for you eh.... Yes, but did he break it 5 minutes later??? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torbay Express Posted April 10, 2022 Share Posted April 10, 2022 Talking of Class 66's new........Here is my Hattons 'tribute' to Willesden, from when they first got the then new GBRf 66's delivered to look after...... Didn't think it appropriate to include 705 with its First branding..... 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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