tractor_37260 Posted March 12, 2016 Share Posted March 12, 2016 I'm waiting to see what 47256 is like when that arrives. The updated Bachmann website image shows 47256 with the correct tanks, and I've now been able to look at the Modelzone L/E 1662 in BR Blue and that is correct too. So the correct tanks can be used with early body tooling. If they get discounted enough, I may buy 47001 and 47256, swop the bodies and sell 47256 as I have enough green 47s already. Makes it all the more concerning that 47001 is wrong as it clearly need not have been. Surely someone at Bachmann checks this sort of thing before the production run is authorised. The underframe tank moulding clips into the main chassis frame (at least on 47 710 it does) the same as Heljan 47's - perhaps easier to just change over the tank assy ? What is annoying, is that the correct tank moulding WAS available, as it was used on Rails L/E 47 461 Charles Rennie Mac............ Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
45059 Posted March 12, 2016 Share Posted March 12, 2016 Furthermore, if only they'd gone for 001 in post 1983 condition (with headlight) then they'd be able to use the far superior body they have as well. Conclusion; a needless 'pig's ear'. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wirey33 Posted March 12, 2016 Share Posted March 12, 2016 There is clearly an opportunity to work with experts from the many preservation groups which would benefit both sides. The link up with the group who own 37003 produced a great model. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deltic-Jack Posted March 16, 2016 Share Posted March 16, 2016 I received 47436 today, what's going on here with the roof colour? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deltic-Jack Posted March 16, 2016 Share Posted March 16, 2016 Here's the photo Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
45059 Posted March 16, 2016 Share Posted March 16, 2016 I can't see anything wrong with it Deltic-Jack. Panels in the roof of the duff allowed light in. (That was the theory!) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tractor_37260 Posted March 16, 2016 Share Posted March 16, 2016 Roof colour looks OK ? The engine access panels were fiberglass to allow light in they were not normally painted Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deltic-Jack Posted March 17, 2016 Share Posted March 17, 2016 Cheers guys, i won't return it Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulbb Posted April 3, 2016 Share Posted April 3, 2016 Anyone had a close look at the new Kernow Bachmann OO gauge WR class 47's ? The use of number/name combo D1670 'Mammoth' takes me back to the old Hornby one in the 1970's-1980's. It seems to have both the WR red spot route classification, and the steam era shedplate missing though. Any other problems with this model? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium brushman47544 Posted April 3, 2016 RMweb Premium Share Posted April 3, 2016 Anyone had a close look at the new Kernow Bachmann OO gauge WR class 47's ? The use of number/name combo D1670 'Mammoth' takes me back to the old Hornby one in the 1970's-1980's. It seems to have both the WR red spot route classification, and the steam era shedplate missing though. Any other problems with this model? From Kernow's photos, the main things seem to be correct, i.e. size of small yellow panel (for the first time as far as I am aware - previously they were too wide), underframe water/fuel tanks and the boiler port on the roof is correct for a Clayton fitted loco. Certainly good enough for me - I've ordered one. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
45125 Posted April 3, 2016 Share Posted April 3, 2016 Roof colour looks OK ? The engine access panels were fiberglass to allow light in they were not normally painted There is too much paint on the roof. The area by the roof hatches is also translucent and should have no paint on it. Al Taylor Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DropTheTap Posted April 7, 2016 Share Posted April 7, 2016 I'm waiting to see what 47256 is like when that arrives. The updated Bachmann website image shows 47256 with the correct tanks, and I've now been able to look at the Modelzone L/E 1662 in BR Blue and that is correct too. So the correct tanks can be used with early body tooling. If they get discounted enough, I may buy 47001 and 47256, swop the bodies and sell 47256 as I have enough green 47s already. Makes it all the more concerning that 47001 is wrong as it clearly need not have been. Surely someone at Bachmann checks this sort of thing before the production run is authorised. 47256 has arrived at Rails and it appears to have the correct underframe arrangement, but... ...it has the rivets around the cab windows... ugh! Still, I'm very tempted. Has anyone attempted to pare these off and patch paint please? It doesn't *look* all that difficult to accomplish... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Q663368 Posted April 7, 2016 Share Posted April 7, 2016 As long as we keep buying Bachmann generic models nothing will change. But then again along came SLW. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
P.C.M Posted April 7, 2016 Share Posted April 7, 2016 47256 has arrived at Rails and it appears to have the correct underframe arrangement, but... ...it has the rivets around the cab windows... ugh! Still, I'm very tempted. Has anyone attempted to pare these off and patch paint please? It doesn't *look* all that difficult to accomplish... I have done it on a few of the early 47035 models. It's not too hard just take your time you don't want to remove to much. Cheers Peter. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wirey33 Posted April 11, 2016 Share Posted April 11, 2016 Is there a set of Extreme Etchings or similar that can be used? Would a good etch hide a slightly untidy rivet removal job? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinC37LG Posted April 25, 2016 Share Posted April 25, 2016 Hi. We've received our consignment of Bachmann's 47576 in Network South East Livery today if anyone is waiting for one? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/162050196401 Thanks Martin C37LG Sales Team. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
James90012 Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 Hi. We've received our consignment of Bachmann's 47576 in Network South East Livery today if anyone is waiting for one? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/162050196401 Thanks Martin C37LG Sales Team. Thanks- I ordered one from the website to save ebay fees Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinC37LG Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 Thanks James Luckily as a Charity we don't have to pay ebay fees. As a general update For the first time ever in the history of the Group, the demand for this model has outstripped our stock overnight! I got to work and ebay was sold out and our website sales over subscribed ! We have placed a top up order with Bachmann, but you may be contacted later, to ask if you will accept a short delay in delivery or if you would like a refund I am totally stunned at the interest this loco has generated Thanks to you all and don't forget to check out all the other Bachmann rolling stock we are selling through eBay. All profits go towards the ongoing restoration of 37003 at the Mid Norfolk Railway 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
47423 Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 47576 also comes with etched plates which was a nice surprise. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JCClark Posted April 27, 2016 Share Posted April 27, 2016 See loco is due in at Rails of Sheffield today gents. John Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob D2 Posted April 27, 2016 Share Posted April 27, 2016 NSE stuff always seems popular ! not my era, but I do love the paint jobs Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JCClark Posted April 27, 2016 Share Posted April 27, 2016 I heard at Model Rail Scotland that the new boss of Bachmann has agreed to all future named locomotives will have etched plates supplied with the loco. John 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium brushman47544 Posted April 27, 2016 RMweb Premium Share Posted April 27, 2016 I heard at Model Rail Scotland that the new boss of Bachmann has agreed to all future named locomotives will have etched plates supplied with the loco. John That is good news, as long as Bachmann ensures that the etched plate fits completely over the top of the printed nameplate. I've had a couple of locos where it doesn't - e.g. Class 43 842 Royal Oak - and it's a pain having to remove it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Endacott Posted April 27, 2016 Share Posted April 27, 2016 That is good news, as long as Bachmann ensures that the etched plate fits completely over the top of the printed nameplate. I've had a couple of locos where it doesn't - e.g. Class 43 842 Royal Oak - and it's a pain having to remove it. The printed nameplates on 842 are much too big. Geoff Endacott Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Tim Hall Posted April 29, 2016 RMweb Gold Share Posted April 29, 2016 That is good news, as long as Bachmann ensures that the etched plate fits completely over the top of the printed nameplate. I've had a couple of locos where it doesn't - e.g. Class 43 842 Royal Oak - and it's a pain having to remove it. Saltburn-by-the-Sea looks like it might have that problem as well. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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