F-UnitMad Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 Ain't no guesswork needed. It'll be a Class 22. Trust me, I'm a Politician 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulbb Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 Ain't no guesswork needed. It'll be a Class 22. Trust me, I'm a Politician I agree with the politician. Its also very small,compact loco -great for small layouts. It would go very nicely with my Hymek too...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kkwup Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 Thank you for this very interesting update Steve. This construction looks near to genious for me. To be honest this very little loco was not on my list so far, but it's becoming more and more tempting, simply because of its innovative technology. Can't wait to see the final result. Klaus 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leopardml2341 Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 Ain't no guesswork needed. It'll be a Class 22. Trust me, I'm a Politician So that'll be fake news with alternative facts then ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TEDDYBEAR D9521 Posted April 29, 2017 Share Posted April 29, 2017 (edited) Class 22 would be great news How about a D600 after? Edited April 29, 2017 by TEDDYBEAR D9521 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeavyDuty Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 Thanks for all your interest in all of LLCs projects. A few small updates follows. If you're in Hertfordshire tomorrow Little Loco will be at the Albury S7 show (details below) with a limited amount of stock for sale and free chinwags with yours truly. The superb layout Love Lane will be the centre attraction, so if you like finely observed details, this is not to be missed! The Class 50 is progressing. To avoid any sort of inter-manufacturer tangles I'm not going to say any more than that... Our anticipated Type 2 also continues, and fortunately the advanced systems developed for this model will be adopted and/or adapted for the C50. Both of these models will be state of the art in terms of embedded technology. The Rustons are in the factory and have been 'virtually tooled' to check for errors and fit before the actual tooling is complete. This potentially saves a lot of money adjusting tooling after the first mouldings come out of it, and saves the time required to correct those errors. I'd like to show you the level of technology we had to squeeze into this model to produce something that LLC would be proud to offer for sale, and to give you some insight into what is to come for future models. To begin with, we wanted as close to a prototypical drive system as possible, i.e. a central drive shaft that in turn powers the axles. We really tried to produce a real chain to drive the axles, but it would either require a very over-sized chain or for it to be made from titanium. Neither was viable. The motor has been designed by LLC and the factory to produce plenty of torque at only 5000rpm, which requires a much smaller geartrain. As a back-up to these toothed gears we have a helical geartrain just in case, but we feel we should need it. R48 1.png Next, we had to design the electrical systems to take up as little space as possible while also being capable performers, and these had to be secured in place. The die-cast motor block is screwed to the substantial die-cast chassis (shown next), and working from front to back we have the following: The speaker is the latest technology flat panel design and utilises the radiator cowling as the sound chamber. This will produce bass frequencies well below 300Hz. For such a small model and speaker area this is quite impressive. Behind this sits the built-in capacitor board, which provides several seconds of uninterrupted power – essential for such a small wheelbase model. This operates on both DCC and DC by utilising a unique feature of ZIMO decoders. On top is a cut-down version of the all new LLC common interface board, which will feature on all our models, and as every model will be DCC you only have to choose sound or non-sound, and you are able to seamlessly upgrade at a later date with no additional wiring, soldering or hunting for a speaker that fits – everything is already there and pre-wired. R48 2.png To give you some idea on the size of the mechanical and electrical systems, all of this fits in a volume of only 4x3x2cm as seen on this image. R48 3.png Finally, with the cab attached you can begin to see the model in its final form. The design leaves the cab interior completely free of obstructions for you to add a driver, his newspaper and packed lunch. Inside the cab is the prototypical combined battery and toolbox. At only approx 8cm long I really don't think you can pack much more technology into something of this size and scale. R48 4.png Thanks, Steve Steve, seeing this makes me wonder what magic you could do with a WuM railbus... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leopardml2341 Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 Could I ask what the state of play is regarding replacement transfers for the Cl15? My D8224 has been languishing on the shelf since January waiting for its identity to be applied. I'm very happy with the model but would like to get it into service. Bob Me too please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ian@60 Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 Could I ask what the state of play is regarding replacement transfers for the Cl15? My D8224 has been languishing on the shelf since January waiting for its identity to be applied. I'm very happy with the model but would like to get it into service. Bob same again I am still waiting to finished my loco Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Nth Degree Posted May 5, 2017 Author Share Posted May 5, 2017 Good news! They should be arriving in the post today. I won't have time to post them as I'm busy prepping for the ALSRM show in Reading tomorrow, but if you're going I will have them with me. Just come to the stand and ask. I have a new insert for the manual too. If you're not able to make it I will post them Monday. I will eventually contact everyone, but if you'd like to jump the queue please email me with your name and address on sales@littleloco.co.uk and I'll make yours a priority for Monday's post run. Later tomorrow I will have a few special edition models delivered - fully decorated Liverpool Street pilot models with SYP. These are an additional £25 over standard prices. Eventually all versions of the LSP will be produced as special editions, so if you'd like to reserve one in advance please use the email address above. I have approx half a dozen CPS limited editions left. Once these are gone I can make the final £5,000 donation to the C15PS. Please use the website for ordering these, but I will have a few with me tomorrow. Thanks all for your continued support, I really appreciate it. If you read BRM you'll find a very brief history of LLC at the back. In addition to that an East Anglian newspaper group has been following the story of LLC and I'm now writing a more fuller article for them to appear in a couple weeks or so. I'll keep you posted. Likewise, when there is significant news to tell on the various projects we have underway you'll hear it here. Steve 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Nth Degree Posted May 5, 2017 Author Share Posted May 5, 2017 Small update on the transfers, unfortunately they didn't make the post today so I won't have them with me tomorrow after all. I'll start sending them out next week after they arrive. Sorry about that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Nth Degree Posted May 9, 2017 Author Share Posted May 9, 2017 The first batch of new transfers went out in todays post and will be with those lucky few shortly. Tomorrow I'm going to be sending all overseas transfers out, so if you're in Australia, Canada, USA and Germany you'll also be getting your transfers shortly. If you had bought your model through Amberly Services he has his own batch of transfers to send out, but from all other retailers you can contact me direct through sales@littleloco.co.uk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelvin B Posted May 13, 2017 Share Posted May 13, 2017 Steve Replacement transfers arrived in cloudy Norfolk this morning - they look excellent. Thank you Kelvin B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wigan Wallgate OO Gauge Posted May 17, 2017 Share Posted May 17, 2017 So is this a crowdfunding first, an RTR O gauge loco? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Nth Degree Posted May 17, 2017 Author Share Posted May 17, 2017 Good point! I have no idea. First for the UK I think, but not sure about worldwide. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wigan Wallgate OO Gauge Posted May 17, 2017 Share Posted May 17, 2017 Good point! I have no idea. First for the UK I think, but not sure about worldwide. Would certainly be a nice added extra for on certificates Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJLR models Posted May 18, 2017 Share Posted May 18, 2017 one of my LLC 15's going through the works. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian G Posted May 19, 2017 Share Posted May 19, 2017 The bonnet top looks wonky Ian G Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pwr Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 Still not had any transfers - should I be concerned? Paul R Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dreadnought05 Posted May 21, 2017 Share Posted May 21, 2017 I wouldn't be, I'm still waiting on mine but I know Steve has quite a few to get through. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Nth Degree Posted May 25, 2017 Author Share Posted May 25, 2017 Still not had any transfers - should I be concerned? Paul R I wouldn't be, I'm still waiting on mine but I know Steve has quite a few to get through. If you'd both like to PM me or send a request to sales@littleloco.co.uk I can prioritise them for you. I'm slowly going through the list of direct customers, but it is taking quite a while, and then waiting for responses. Please feel free! Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJLR models Posted May 25, 2017 Share Posted May 25, 2017 The bonnet top looks wonky Ian G no Ian that's just a trick of the camera mate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackmoor_vale Posted June 2, 2017 Share Posted June 2, 2017 Thanks to Steve for sending the new decals to Germany. The new sheet looks quite better and easier to handle like the first one. The „Addendum“ (description) is even very helpful. Greetings Torsten 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mad McCann Posted June 4, 2017 Share Posted June 4, 2017 (edited) Well, having seen the 15 close up; if you guys ever do a Clayton I'll be at the front of the queue! Dave Edited June 4, 2017 by Mad McCann Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leopardml2341 Posted June 5, 2017 Share Posted June 5, 2017 (edited) Well, having seen the 15 close up; if you guys ever do a Clayton I'll be at the front of the queue! Dave No you won't........ Edited June 5, 2017 by leopardml2341 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brossard Posted June 7, 2017 Share Posted June 7, 2017 (edited) Just putting the transfers on my green model. I just realized I put the valence transfers on the wrong way round , ah well good thing there's a spare sheet. Anyway, I'm thinking about a crew. I recollect that someone asked about recommendations for getting a figure inside but can't recall seeing an answer. John Edit: I don't necessarily expect Steve to answer, if anyone has put crew in the cab, I'd be interested in the process. Edited June 7, 2017 by brossard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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