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Paul, many thanks for your response. That’s great news. Cheers, Chris

Just caught up on these and have one observation If I may. I see in the pre-production pics none of the 09’s have the high level piping fitted which was a distinctive feature of the Class whilst based on the Southern. Would anyone know if these are planned to be on the actual models? Many Thanks,

That’s perfect. Thank you!

Apologies if this isn't strictly the correct place to post. I’m looking for some etched nameplates for my Freightliner Class 08’s (mix of Hornby and Bachmann) Namely 08585 ‘Vicky’ 08624 ‘Rambo’ 08691 ‘Terri’ I’ve had a look on eBay and a quick google search but no success. Does anyone know if any of these have ever been available? Thanks in advance.

Not on mine 🤣

Picked mine up from Barry, Gill and Tom at Widnes Model Centre (may or may not have been paid from the wedding budget….) Very nice models indeed. For me the best modern image RTR out there at the moment. Thanks Guys.

I think ADB968008 was correct in saying 90029 was first. I have the below dates at Toton for (red)repaint dates 90029 Nov/Dec 2012 90018 Jan 2013 90036 Jun 2013 90040 Dec 15/Jan 2016 90019 April 2016 90028 Dec 2018/Jan 2019 90035 Sep 2019/Oct 2019 90037 Aug 2020/Sep 2020

The Photos on Rails are of the production version as being sold as an FYI

What I assume were the pre-production photos of the Powerhaul 86622 the cab side numbers appear too bold/big and the logos above them too small. Had asked the question as to whether the production versions would be different but yet to receive a response. Hoping it’s just my eyes mind…

I’ve been waiting for RSS standard liverg too so slightly disappointed to not see it this time round. I know 08632 is technically an RSS loco but it’s Loram livery pretty much limits it use. Hopefully Bachmann will oblige…

If of interest I also received Cappagh 60028. Not sure what it is about the livery but I do rather like it!

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Received mine today. Confirm is the correct blue. Pic to follow.

Received mine today. Confirm is the correct blue. Pic to follow.

Thanks for posting Paul. What are your thoughts on the model? I’m tempted by 31466 in EWS… T.I.A Chris

Couldnt decide which one to order today… eventually went with 92020 in GBRf but no doubt will be back for more :-) can not wait to see the decorated samples. Also threw in a pre-order for 37423 and 37608 for the sake of it! Thank you Accurascale!

I too love Jerry’s work, he has completed 2x Powerhaul 90045 90049 (renumber, weather and detail) and 90047 in battered grey with Green door, which I still to do this day think is the finest model I have ever owned. So much so that I have requested him to do 90043 and 90048 in grey for me :) Although not in possession of a crystal ball, I would imagine a FL orange one will be in the next batch. At the time of the launch of the 90 and the Powerhaul one, Bachmann talked about their good working relationship with FL. 90042 not long finished off at LNWR was a but daft in my eyes, 90045 or 90049 would have been better choices for that scheme IMHO having carried since 2010. A toss up between RES, Virgin and EWS as other contenders in my (non-expert) eyes! Enjoy your models folks! Chris

To provide a further update on this... 90010 has been released from Wolverton today and should be arriving at Basford Hall around now... Looks like 90003 has gone in to Wolverton in it’s place. Thanks, Chris

In the meantime, I caught the 2 latest recipients together last Thursday night working the 4L81 Coatbridge FLT to London Gateway, with the 90’s replaced by diesel traction at Crewe BH. 90048 leading 90015 through Hartford

Hi Kat, Hope this will do! 90044 was released from Arriva Traincare in January 2020. 90014 from Toton in July 2020 90047 from Toton in September 2020 90015 from Arriva Traincare March 2021 - unbranded but still carrying ‘Colchester Castle’ nameplates. Later removed and branding applied at Basford Hall VMF. Received an F exam before testing/reentering service in late May 2021. 90048 admitted to Wolverton 29/03/2021 for corrosion repairs as well as the paint job. Released on 07/06/2021 and it’s place taken by 90010.

90010 went in to Wolverton the day 90048 was released. Just as an FYI - None have been painted at Basford Hall but over at Arriva Train Care (ex LNWR) 90015 had it’s logos etc applied at Basford Hall though after being released unbranded (had a heavy exam before coming back in to service) Paint jobs as below Arriva Traincare Crewe - 90044, 90015 Toton - 90014, 90047 Wolverton - 90048 with 90010 in progress here. Hope this helps! Thanks, Chris

Got mine, really pleased to finally have a Intercity one but I have 1 question regarding the windscreen surrounds. They are finished in Silver/Grey on the front. Is this correct? (I’m not saying it’s not) Only been able to find pictures of them black but that could be down to weathering etc? Many Thanks, Chris

Postlady has just dropped mine off. Very impressed with how it looks (not ran yet!) Ordered 8656 86034 BR Blue (weathered) A couple of hastily arranged photos with a Bachmann 85 and the previous Heljan 86/6 of which the chunky pantograph is greatly improved on (although I appreciate there are differences in the types) Weathering doesn't seem too bad, I was worried after seeing the pics on the Hattons site but mine does not appear to have suffered the same fate! Wasn’t going to but I think the pristine version may also find it’s way here next week :-)

Hi Danny, The horn grilles on the ex GA locos are different and the LED lights. I know that Jerry and some other members were looking at the grille option to hopefully have something made up. Thanks, Chris