Charlie Posted July 7, 2011 Share Posted July 7, 2011 That said, the hobby is crying out for a decent steam shunter! Other than the Bachmann Panniers and to some extent the Jintys and the upcoming sentinels there's not much that's up to the high standards set by other larger engines. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Black Hat Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 That said, the hobby is crying out for a decent steam shunter! Other than the Bachmann Panniers and to some extent the Jintys and the upcoming sentinels there's not much that's up to the high standards set by other larger engines. That is certainly very true. The J72 would be an example of one I'd go for as its the only true NER machine done in model form for years but then would you want to make one more suitable to an area already extensively covered by some larger companies having modelled a locomotive fleet. The southern, western and midlands have had plenty of engines done, but apart from that Pannier few shunters are done. Yet, the eastern region lot is a mixed bag and more split by pregrouping engines kept in use. Steam is indeed a massive market to break into, but then its always tricky to decide what to make. I maintain that new models sell as new ones are purchased by modellers as 'they dont have one of that.' So making a shunter might be a great idea as none really are on the market so might be taken up on. The other issue might be the georgraphical part again. In steam, unlike diesel there isnt much of a BR standard steam shunter. 08s went just about everywhere, and the closest you get is a J94 (Austerity tank). Plenty to choose from and perhaps this discussion, which is interesting to hypothesise about is worthy of its own thread so as not to deract from the grand work done on the 144s.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold griffgriff Posted July 9, 2011 RMweb Gold Share Posted July 9, 2011 So! The question, what diesel shunters do people like!!!! yes you did Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Ian J. Posted July 9, 2011 RMweb Premium Share Posted July 9, 2011 Re: 143 liveries for the second batch, 143-317 plain RR for me. Re: Shunters, if it's diesel then I vote for the 07. If it's steam, then I will stick with my first choice of the somewhat geographically restricted but actually preserved 'Bonnie Prince Charlie' (as at Didcot and had worked Poole Quay for many a year). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southernman46 Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 Has to be an 07 - not one of those silly 4-wheel things........ Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
'CHARD Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 On no! Photographic evidence, locked in! Once again I got out without assistance. Charlie So! The question, what diesel shunters do people like!!!! A properly executed 06, or one of the wee NBLs Go for the ScR market, you know we make sense! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMJ Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 With Arran from Scotland and Charlie from Yorkshire, as Charlie has done some Irish locos perhaps that will be the area to looks at. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Hilton Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 Diesel shunter... it's got to be industrial in a selection of 'generic' base liveries that can be easily customised... Personally I'd go for the Sentinel diesel hydraulic but then I would as I want the 0-6-0 one, and will be buying Judith Edge's kit. No doubt just as I finish it you'll announce the model! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold griffgriff Posted July 9, 2011 RMweb Gold Share Posted July 9, 2011 Trouble is there are kits available for the 07 and that's always been respected in the past. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Delamar Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 02 or 05 (scottish or LM version) please Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie Posted July 10, 2011 Share Posted July 10, 2011 Trouble is there are kits available for the 07 and that's always been respected in the past. But hasn't there also been kits for the class 14/15/17? Not all of us have the skill to make such kits which is why the possibility of a r-t-r 07 would be so exciting Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Phil Posted July 10, 2011 Share Posted July 10, 2011 So! The question, what diesel shunters do people like!!!! Seeing as you are asking Charlie. This This This And if we are talking steam, one of these Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt-b Posted July 10, 2011 Share Posted July 10, 2011 maybe its just me....but wont doing a short 4 wheelbase model be abit risky for the "dead section" on points. i`d love to see a 175 in arrivawales, not sure if anyone has this model in the pipe line.... thanks, Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt-b Posted July 10, 2011 Share Posted July 10, 2011 also, if your stick with modern image.. how about network rail/colas stone blowers, cranes etc. no one makes these yet and they would be great siding fillers. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie Posted July 10, 2011 Share Posted July 10, 2011 Matt, my Bachmann 03 struggles on the "dead section" of a diamond crossing whilst my new sentinel doesn't! Number of wheels seems not to have an impact there Since we're also suggesting steam how about this... http://www.southernrailway.net/search/display_pic.php?search_fd0=33072 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold griffgriff Posted July 10, 2011 RMweb Gold Share Posted July 10, 2011 But hasn't there also been kits for the class 14/15/17? Not all of us have the skill to make such kits which is why the possibility of a r-t-r 07 would be so exciting It would very exciting and I'd have one myself but I can't see them stepping on another manufacturers toes (even though it's happened to DC kits many times in the past of course) however things do change. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh Flynn Posted July 10, 2011 Share Posted July 10, 2011 Hi there is that much interest and models being produced with regards to Southern region a 07 Charlie or Mr Bachmann might do it? Personally a 06 top of my list. Hugh Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
arran Posted July 10, 2011 Share Posted July 10, 2011 HI All What's an 07 something like this. Regards Arran 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh Flynn Posted July 10, 2011 Share Posted July 10, 2011 Or like this? Hugh 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Black Hat Posted July 10, 2011 Share Posted July 10, 2011 What!? They didnt come in Loadhaul?! *Runs to get coat...* Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
charliepetty Posted July 10, 2011 Share Posted July 10, 2011 Some sort of decent four wheeled diesel shunter surely! You know a class 01 would look good That was the statement, all I asked was what diesel shunter do people like, just curious. I like 05 & 06's but as of today we have no plans to do any as we are busy with current projects: These are: Class 144 (Running late due to us being unhappy & picky with the bodyshells we have) Northern & Metro Red & Silver livery Class 143 (Also running late but I am in Cardiff hoping to meet Sir Tom Jones next Wednesday, will be in Bristol on Thursday tracking down 'Lusty Glaze'then at Exeter on Friday & Saturday checking out close up detailing on the 'Local Lines livery' on the 143s. Liveries on the 143s are Arriva Trains Wales & First Great Western 'Local Lines' NEXT DMU All research & Measuring done, liveries selected. Then more 144 & 143 liveries (Working our way backwards) Then: A loco! Thats all your getting!!! One project at a time. Suggest starting a new post on this one as we are very interested in what RM Webbers think they need, we have our ideas, but what's yours! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Delamar Posted July 10, 2011 Share Posted July 10, 2011 I really like the 05s. I think the scottish ones look better with there bigger windows, bigger cabside numbers, bufferbeams and wheels than the London midland region version.. although I am hankering after a LM version soon as they did run around my area in they're last days and have got some nice photo evidence Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheesysmith Posted July 11, 2011 Share Posted July 11, 2011 Charlie, I won`t be buying you 144 model. That`s because I`m waiting for the original 3 headlight version, 2 and 3 car, in wypte colours. Roll on the pacers. Cheesysmith Ps, the loco, lts have a 13. Just because we are both yorkshiremen. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold griffgriff Posted July 11, 2011 RMweb Gold Share Posted July 11, 2011 Fair point Charlie, your question was very clear. It's not my place to second guess you. May I wish you the very best of luck with the 'wagons' but can I say I'm more excited about the DMU* *No I haven't the faintest idea what it is but it's fingers crossed Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Black Hat Posted July 11, 2011 Share Posted July 11, 2011 Be interesting to hear the next DMU, which livieries selected to do first, but also peoples reactions.... Bet they are onto a winner! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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