Hornby 2022 - Dublo range inc A4

[Hilux5972]

3 hours ago, maico said:

 

Which bit is that?

The front

[Dominion]

I was just investigating the new tender connection set up. 
Mine is working fine, I was just exploring in case I want to couple them more closely in future. Thought I would post some pics in case helpful, and in case anyone one else already made any modifications.

 

This is the gap as it stands on the straight and the view from the underside. Fortunately the gap does not open up much on the straight with 10 coaches behind, only around curves. 

[Dominion]

And here are a couple of shots under the loco retaining plate. 

[Dominion]

And likewise for the tender coupling retaining plate.

Actually the photo of the top of the tender chassis is from the Flying Scotsman Dublo 103, but I think it is the same set up. 

[AdamOrmorod]

Would anyone mind taking a close-up of the front of Gannet? I noticed in a picture from Hornby's twitter that the numbers look to be a more appropriate size? (cropped version below)

[No Decorum]

Those trailing wheels gave me a bit of a turn. 😱 Hornby told me that all Pacifics would be supplied with flanged trailing wheels but I wonder if they can rotate and have a little sideplay. On the subject of wheels, it looks as if Gannet’s wheels are painted. If so, that is another step forward. I always thought that the unpainted wheels on older models let them down.

[GraemeWatson]

Obligatory beauty shot of R3973 Hornby Dublo 60007 Sir Nigel Gresley 

[Black 5 Bear]

I've just had a stock notification that R30265 A4, Dwight D Eisenhower is in stock and awaits payment from my retailer.

Has anyone else had a similar notification?

Edited November 27, 2023 by Black 5 Bear

[adb968008]

Great Gathering A4’s at Warley looked pretty good last weekend….

 

 

[TomScrut]

On 28/11/2023 at 07:47, adb968008 said:

Great Gathering A4’s at Warley looked pretty good last weekend

 

They took payment for Mallard yesterday. No payment taken for SNG yet though.

[shunny]

Has anyone received one yet I am wondering if Hornby have the LNER on the tender at the correct height i.e. in line with the cab numbers? The original set had the LNER in the centre of the tender like BR logo but was out of alignment with cab numbers and was incorrect. Images are on website but not sure if they are the actual models?

[TomScrut]

4 minutes ago, shunny said:

Has anyone received one yet I am wondering if Hornby have the LNER on the tender at the correct height i.e. in line with the cab numbers? The original set had the LNER in the centre of the tender like BR logo but was out of alignment with cab numbers and was incorrect. Images are on website but not sure if they are the actual models?

 

I have a DPD notification for Mallard, should be with me tomorrow!

[adb968008]

Looks like 60007 turned to dust, 60009 not far behind.

The rest look easy enough to find.

 

Have to admit these two are my favourites, 60007 has been BR Blue for two decades now, never quite liked it in garter blue without valances… 60009… apart from a few years as Osprey, and 60027 Merlin its been unchanged BR Green in 70 years.

 

Edited December 4, 2023 by adb968008

[TomScrut]

1 minute ago, adb968008 said:

Looks like 60007 turned to dust, 60009 not far behind.

The rest look easy enough to find.

 

Has 60009 actually sold out now? It hadn't a week or two ago. I originally ordered Mallard, SNG and UOSA but cancelled UOSA as it was getting a bit too expensive a job and I couldn't see myself needing 2 A4s for heritage tours. SNG won out though as I don't have a BR blue steam loco, have a few BR green ones.

 

I got Mallard just because it was my favourite loco as a kid and have been waiting for a special model of it since I got back into the hobby.

[Dominion]

The pictures on the individual product pages of the LNER ones look like the actual models to me, as they have the new loco to tender coupling, and other features of the previous Dublo A4 I  have.

Sorry about the screen shot, I couldn’t get the link to work.

There is an another picture 3 to the right that shows it on an actual layout. 

Edited December 4, 2023 by Dominion
Adding reference to model on layout

[adb968008]

29 minutes ago, TomScrut said:

 

Has 60009 actually sold out now? It hadn't a week or two ago. I originally ordered Mallard, SNG and UOSA but cancelled UOSA as it was getting a bit too expensive a job and I couldn't see myself needing 2 A4s for heritage tours. SNG won out though as I don't have a BR blue steam loco, have a few BR green ones.

 

I got Mallard just because it was my favourite loco as a kid and have been waiting for a special model of it since I got back into the hobby.

I did exactly the same.

 

60007 as its here and now, and looks the business.

60009 I’m keen on.

4464 because I did one of its 90 mph runs.

 

 

However ive got the GG A4’s from first time around, and ultimately this isnt an upgrade, its just a metal body, which tbh I prefer the Dapol one. So ive kept my GG 60009 / 4464… i cant believe its 10 years ago already.

 

I hope 60007’s problems aren't too serious, but two damaged cylinders in 6 months on two LSL locos doesnt look good.

 

Still 4464 looked better in 2013 than it did when I saw it in 2003.

interestingly both times ive seen it, it was parked next to a foreignor.

Edited December 4, 2023 by adb968008

[shunny]

I'm not 100% from pictures Hornby had a spell of getting it wrong including first great gathering set then they seemed to fix it for a bit but these shots look a little high on tender again. I'll just have to wait and see.

[GeoffBird]

On 04/12/2023 at 23:32, Dominion said:

The pictures on the individual product pages of the LNER ones look like the actual models to me, as they have the new loco to tender coupling, and other features of the previous Dublo A4 I  have.

Sorry about the screen shot, I couldn’t get the link to work.

There is an another picture 3 to the right that shows it on an actual layout. 

 

On 04/12/2023 at 22:33, shunny said:

Has anyone received one yet I am wondering if Hornby have the LNER on the tender at the correct height i.e. in line with the cab numbers? The original set had the LNER in the centre of the tender like BR logo but was out of alignment with cab numbers and was incorrect. Images are on website but not sure if they are the actual models?

 

Has anyone seen one the actual  "Coronation" models.  I am asking because I would like to know if the "L N E R"  and the cabside numbers are raised (as per ooriginal) or just flat overprints on the basic colour.  I have some suitable s/s lettering -  any ideas on the best way to remove the Hornby applied ones?  Threee ideas that have are a) just stick them over the Hornby letztering;  b) try and remve the Hornby lettering before - how?   or c) repaint the tender and cab sides first.

 

By the way, am I right in thinking the the coats of arms were only applied in BR days?

 

[Richy59]

Received an email today saying Sir Nigel Gresely was in stock and ready for dispatch, but I need to update payment details since my card has changed since pre-ordering. Checked their website and showing in stock as well:

 

https://uk.Hornby.com/products/Hornby-dublo-br-class-a4-4-6-2-60007-sir-nigel-gresley-great-gathering-10th-anniversary-era-10-r30266?

 

I'm actually thinking of not going for it, as I'm really not sure if I want it anymore (definitely don't need it anyway) and I also have Union of South Africa on pre-order which is a model I have been after for a long time.

[micklner]

On 06/12/2023 at 11:55, GeoffBird said:

 

 

Has anyone seen one the actual  "Coronation" models.  I am asking because I would like to know if the "L N E R"  and the cabside numbers are raised (as per ooriginal) or just flat overprints on the basic colour.  I have some suitable s/s lettering -  any ideas on the best way to remove the Hornby applied ones?  Threee ideas that have are a) just stick them over the Hornby letztering;  b) try and remve the Hornby lettering before - how?   or c) repaint the tender and cab sides first.

 

By the way, am I right in thinking the the coats of arms were only applied in BR days?

 

Re the first paragraph.

You would be very lucky to get the correct shade of paint, patch painting rarely looks good, no idea re lettering sizes , you can remove them by very gently stroking a No 10 Swann Morton Blade over the lettering/numbers again try on a old Loco first. These are £300 + Locos not a good idea to try any of what you suggest without previous experience.

 

Second paragraph.

 

BR removed them, not the LNER.

[TomScrut]

1 hour ago, Richy59 said:

Checked their website and showing in stock as well

 

Interesting, given they were completely out for a while.

 

I got my notification too, I wonder if I'll see it before Christmas. I'm sure Mallard took about a week from payment to arrival.

[Monkey28]

1 hour ago, Richy59 said:

Received an email today saying Sir Nigel Gresely was in stock and ready for dispatch, but I need to update payment details since my card has changed since pre-ordering. Checked their website and showing in stock as well:

 

https://uk.Hornby.com/products/Hornby-dublo-br-class-a4-4-6-2-60007-sir-nigel-gresley-great-gathering-10th-anniversary-era-10-r30266?

 

I'm actually thinking of not going for it, as I'm really not sure if I want it anymore (definitely don't need it anyway) and I also have Union of South Africa on pre-order which is a model I have been after for a long time.

thanks, Richy59 

I had given up hope of getting 60007. I've just ordered one from Hornby 

[Richy59]

Hornby's website is showing 60007 is already down to 'Last Few' so must be selling fast.

 

Edit: Maybe not...

Edited December 15, 2023 by Richy59

[adb968008]

2 hours ago, Richy59 said:

Hornby's website is showing 60007 is already down to 'Last Few' so must be selling fast.

 

Edit: Maybe not...

They seem to be learning someone elses style of marketing.

 

 

[TomScrut]

9 hours ago, Richy59 said:

Hornby's website is showing 60007 is already down to 'Last Few' so must be selling fast.

 

Edit: Maybe not...

 

It will only let me put 10 in my basket, however...

 

6 hours ago, adb968008 said:

They seem to be learning someone elses style of marketing.

 

That could definitely be the case. FOMO is a big draw!