Cavalex - all new Class 56 in OO

[RBE]

5 minutes ago, pharrc20 said:

Thanks for confirming, no problem in doing the numbers and wotnot. Had a good look on Flickr and couldn't see any differences between 023 and 013 so thought hmm.

Cheers Paul

Yeah you are good I think.

[rubber duck]

On 08/12/2022 at 09:06, Grimleygrid said:

 

Good morning Pete,

 

Sorry for the delay in replying. 

 

56008 will have the shorter as built handrails and painted blue on the final models.

 

Hope that helps.

Thanks for the clarification, good to know, had number 8 on order from Day 1 so very much looking forward to it.....

[RBE]

9 hours ago, Ruairidh Munro said:

Any further word on the sound fitted versions?  Was hoping we might have heard something at Warley.

Are you talking about price? The file is still not complete so final pricing is still not confirmed, however we are expecting it to be approx £100 on top of the DCC ready price.

[Grimleygrid]

Cavalex Class 56s in action

 

Livery samples of 56008 in B.R. Blue and 56049 in Colas Railfreight were given a chance to stretch their legs at last month’s Warley Show. We wanted to share some video clips of both locomotives in action.

56049 running on Deadmans Lane thanks to Mick Bryan.
 

 

56008 working on Redbridge Wharf thanks to Richard Sulzmann and The Winchester Railway Modellers.

 

 

More video clips can be found on our YouTube channel, link below:

 

Cavalex Models' YouTube Channel

[Grimleygrid]

Cavalex Class 56 Project Update

 

The first four Cavalex Models’ Class 56 painted samples

 

As the year ends and we approach 2023 our Class 56 project is moving closer to the final production stage.  This is a perfect opportunity to showcase some of the features and details included on our model for people that were unable to visit The Great Electric Train Show or The Warley Show. 

 

Cavalex Models’ 56049 in Colas Railfreight livery, Series 2 Cab at the No 1 end

 

Those that came to see us on our stand at Warley have had the chance to examine the impressive painted samples that we had on show and had a chance to discuss the locomotives in detail with the Cavalex Team. However, for those that weren’t able to visit, we want to showcase some of the features that we have incorporated into the model for you to enjoy. 

 

To start us off, as per the prototype, we have tooled all 4 different cab designs to match the real locomotive design (labelled by us as series 1, 2, 3 and 4), this allows the Cavalex 56 to reproduce all cabs in all combinations. As a result this gives us the ability to model crash damaged locomotives (such as 56049 shown below), which have acquired different cab designs at each end during their lives.

 

Cavalex Models’ 56049 in Colas Railfreight livery, Series 3 Cab at the No 2 end

 

21 pin DCC interface to allow for easy DCC chip installation and access to the comprehensive dip switch control for DC users, which allows access to all of the DCC functions for lighting etc, without the need to remove the model from the track. 

 

Custom sound project recorded and programmed by ESU, which interacts with independently driven roof fans, each with its own quiet coreless motor, to authentically replicate the way that the real locomotive operates, under various loads and conditions. This combined with a custom selected bass and sugar cube dual speaker set-up will provide an authentic replication of the class 56 nostalgia.

 

Full independently controlled lighting, allowing for parked, yard, light engine, and ‘on train’ modes, with realistic levels of brightness and colour representative of the prototype being modelled. 

 

Tread on cab kick plate and bogie step tread detail on Cavalex Models’ Class 56008

 

Realistically bright (or dim depending how you look at it) cab lighting, driver’s desk with individually printed dials and decorated full depth cab interior in differing colour schemes to represent the particular prototype being modelled. 

 

Hall sensors for fully adjustable automated flange squeal on sound fitted models which was first demonstrated to customers at the Rails of Sheffield open day in August 2022. This feature automatically provides the characteristic screech as the wheels enter sharp curves. Not having to activate the sound manually only adds to the immersive effect whilst driving the locomotive. 

 

Power bank providing smooth uninterrupted running, which combined with floating centre axles, allows trouble free road holding and power. 

 

5 pole motor with twin flywheel and low ratio gearbox for prototypical running speeds typical of the class, allowing modellers to replicate the slow speed loading and unloading of the iconic MGR hoppers (also available in our range) in model form. 

 

 

Cavalex Models’ 56008 in B.R. Blue livery. Removeable roof panel showing the 21 pin DCC interface, dip switch control for access to features for DC users. 

 

Provision to order drop in wheelsets to easily convert the loco to EM and P4 gauges for those modellers that wish to showcase the unparalleled levels of detail and accuracy of the model with equally accurate trackwork. 

 

NEM pocket blanking plates representing the 'grid' under the buffer beam. This not only hides the coupling box but also provides very secure fixing of the ‘grid’ which can then be removed later should the use of the coupling box need to be re-instated.

 

Etched Roof fan (sat slightly proud of the roof as per the prototype with a clear gap beneath) and body side grille types represented by correct woven square mesh on the Romanian locos, and finer diamond mesh for British built locos. (Final etches not represented on photos as these are currently undergoing final finesse tweaks)

 

Fully detailed cab interior of Cavalex Models’ Class 56

 

Completely ‘see through’ moulded cantrail roof grilles running the full length of the body. A first in 4mm RTR, the cantrail grilles are moulded in full relief, providing depth to these details that hasn’t been seen in 4mm scale before.

 

3D effect horn grills showing hints of the horns behind as per the real loco. 

 

Highly detailed and accurate underframe with numerous separately fitted parts.

 

Full relief bogies with over 36 separately fitted detail parts per bogie. We are particularly proud of the detail and depth that has been achieved on these and are a masterpiece of modelling in their own right.  For the first time in 4mm scale we have a class 56 bogie that is built just like the real thing, and accurately represents the bulk and heavy nature of an important feature of the locomotive. We are looking forward to seeing the models receive a nice layer of weathering to really highlight this feature!

 

Individual details and finish that has been rigorously researched and applied to each model to represent the individual prototype as accurately as possible.

 

Cavalex Models’ 56008 in B.R. Blue livery, Series 1 Cab at the No 1 end

 

Below are further photographs of the sample models of the all new Cavalex class 56. We’re really proud of the samples so far and they truly represent the pride and effort that goes into our models from conception, through to design and into manufacture. With all of the latest electronics currently available packed into the Cavalex class 56, it is one of, if not the, most technologically capable locomotives available in 4mm scale to date. Not only does it faithfully recreate the shape of and features of the prototype across the four main variations, but it also provides the modeller with the very latest in lighting and control, which helps to make this model one of the all round leaders in the 4mm scale market.

 

Cavalex Models’ 56093 in B.R. Large Logo livery, Series 4 Cab at the No 2 end

 

With 14 versions currently announced, these locomotives are available to pre-order from our retailers, please click the link below to view these retailers at the bottom of the original class 56 announcement. 

 

Cavalex Class 56 Announcement

 

The Cavalex Class 56 range

 

Further updates on the progress and delivery of this project will be provided in due course.

 

Happy new year from the Cavalex team.

 

Cav & Alex

 

[Waverley West]

Thanks for the update, guys. Really looking forward to seeing some of these running on Waverley West soon.

 

Cheers

Dave

 

PS Will be in touch soon, Alex!

 

[billywhizz]

Looking forward to seeing the painted samples close up at the DEFine Modellers day next Saturday (7th Jan) 

https://definemodellers.wordpress.com/

 

Bill. 

[Michael Hodgson]

40 minutes ago, The Black Prince said:

The samples are looking great, do you have any idea how much the sound editions will cost, still showing TBA in all the places I can find them  ? :) 

... or even the ones without sound ?

[RBE]

39 minutes ago, The Black Prince said:

The samples are looking great, do you have any idea how much the sound editions will cost, still showing TBA in all the places I can find them  ? :) 

The final price is not confirmed yet however we are anticipating approx. £290. We are expecting confirmation in the new year. You are able to pre-order sound fitted locos via our retailers though currently by informing them on your order.

[RBE]

4 minutes ago, Michael Hodgson said:

... or even the ones without sound ?

The price without sound has been confirmed since they were announced and is £189.95.

 

Link to retailers is at the bottom of the blog linked below.

https://www.cavalexmodels.com/blog

Edited December 31, 2022 by RBE

[Michael Hodgson]

Thanks for clarifying that - whilst the Cavalex site says buy it from a retailer, Rails still says Deposit £30 and price as To Be Confirmed.

I might go for an original Romanian Blue (sounds like it's a parrot!), but no way am I ordering from them till they do quote a price!

[RBE]

17 minutes ago, Michael Hodgson said:

Thanks for clarifying that - whilst the Cavalex site says buy it from a retailer, Rails still says Deposit £30 and price as To Be Confirmed.

I might go for an original Romanian Blue (sounds like it's a parrot!), but no way am I ordering from them till they do quote a price!

I have just looked on Rails site and the price is visible unless looking at the sound version.

[RBE]

A few pictures taken today at the DEFine event showing our new Cavalex Models class 56 at work on Boston Frodsham. This was the locos first run in P4 and it all went without a hitch following a rapid conversion with our drop in wheelsets in 5 or so minutes at the beginning of the show. The model is one of our painted samples with final finesse tweaks still to do before release.

 

 

 

 

[billywhizz]

Looks absolutely stunning on Boston Frodsham! Great to see you and the Cavalex team today! 
Regards. 
Bill. 

[RBE]

Cheers Bill, was a great day and nice to catch up with friends and show you all our wares. 😀

[bradfordbuffer]

29 minutes ago, RBE said:

A few pictures taken today at the DEFine event showing our new Cavalex Models class 56 at work on Boston Frodsham. This was the locos first run in P4 and it all went without a hitch following a rapid conversion with our drop in wheelsets in 5 or so minutes at the beginning of the show. The model is one of our painted samples with final finesse tweaks still to do before release.

 

 

 

 

Looks at home there

[Grimleygrid]

14 hours ago, billywhizz said:

Looks absolutely stunning on Boston Frodsham! Great to see you and the Cavalex team today! 
Regards. 
Bill. 

 

Thanks Bill to you and The Define team for a very enjoyable day and lots of tea!

 

56008 looked incredible running on Boston Frodsham, thanks to Mike and his team for giving it a run out.

There is something about 008, I cannot put my finger on it, it just oozes Gridness!

 

I can see me getting a few of these for my layout!

 

Thanks again for organising the event and inviting us.

[bradfordbuffer]

51 minutes ago, Grimleygrid said:

 

Thanks Bill to you and The Define team for a very enjoyable day and lots of tea!

 

56008 looked incredible running on Boston Frodsham, thanks to Mike and his team for giving it a run out.

There is something about 008, I cannot put my finger on it, it just oozes Gridness!

 

I can see me getting a few of these for my layout!

 

Thanks again for organising the event and inviting us.

That will be the soft squishy big greasy buffers!

[rob D2]

Looks brilliant !

I always think a high quality product looks even better with a high quality background as this is .

 

Really trying to justify one on my next BR blue plank, but I guess in 82 they were all about block trains 

[paulbb]

Looks fab will buy one,  and I dont even like them. ( never lived up to expectations , the prototype that is )

[newbryford]

On 08/01/2023 at 12:30, bradfordbuffer said:

That will be the soft squishy big greasy buffers!

 

I've heard you're quite an expert on them........

[bradfordbuffer]

2 hours ago, newbryford said:

 

I've heard you're quite an expert on them........

Big steel red ones

[The Ghost of IKB]

They capture the look of the locos very well, though there looks to be some visible seam lines on the cab front and window pillar. Is this an area that will improve in the production batch?

[RBE]

58 minutes ago, The Ghost of IKB said:

They capture the look of the locos very well, though there looks to be some visible seam lines on the cab front and window pillar. Is this an area that will improve in the production batch?

Yes these are first decorated samples for us to assess paint colours and finish. We have sent our feedback to the factory after receiving these and visible seams are one of the things pointed out. The factory will endeavour to minimise the effect of any seams.

[PM47079]

You really have captured the look of them very well. It's also nice to see that the bogie lifting point covers are all present and correct on yours. The Hornby one was spoiled by that ommision