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Post by metroland on May 30, 2015 9:21:30 GMT
bachmann.co.uk/details.php?id=359Too modern for me but nice to see a big investment in modern underground stock. However, the drive unit augurs well for the future with possible applications on other stock?
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Post by domh245 on May 30, 2015 11:02:28 GMT
Looks very nice. I am assuming that it is modelled on S8, and will have S8 interior going by the affixed numbers and destination. The illuminated destinations are impressive though
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Post by uzairjubilee on May 30, 2015 11:24:31 GMT
Pleasantly surprised. They have neglected modern image trains for a long time now. I've also just seen the SWT 450 is available for pre order, the livery of which is slightly unimpressive.
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Post by Deleted on May 30, 2015 14:21:01 GMT
Tempting but rather pricey !
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Post by Deleted on May 30, 2015 18:48:29 GMT
The order has been placed for one for one 4 car set for Croxley Wiggenhall Road Depot or even possibly a new layout Cassiobury Bridge!  XF |
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Post by wimblephil on May 30, 2015 18:59:31 GMT
Any got a link to the preorder site?
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Post by MoreToJack on May 30, 2015 19:23:42 GMT
Pre-order gone in for two four-car units, with plans to add the additional cars at a later date... ...now I need to get on and actually finish the layout, what with having a couple of Met electrics on order and various Tube stocks being modified to my requirements... As for a pre-order link, the various options can be found at www.ltmuseumshop.co.uk/models/s-stock.html, as well as all the required information. |
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Post by The Tram Man on May 30, 2015 19:53:50 GMT
Now that's a pleasant surprise. I would have prefered some other kind of stock though. This does however mean that it's not impossible to see other stock in the future.
However, i can't help but wonder what this will mean for Metromodels.
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Post by wimblephil on May 30, 2015 20:19:39 GMT
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Post by spsmiler on May 30, 2015 23:42:24 GMT
I wonder if anyone will repaint theirs? Train red? Metropolitan Railway brown (for varnished teak)?
Simon
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Post by metman on May 31, 2015 0:26:41 GMT
Shame they didn't make a 'proper' train! Won't see any of that muck on my layout!!  |
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Post by Deleted on May 31, 2015 8:08:18 GMT
Shame they didn't make a 'proper' train! Won't see any of that muck on my layout!! SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS-A ?  |
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Post by class411 on May 31, 2015 9:31:40 GMT
Oh, lordy, that's tempting.
A pity they don't offer an unmotorised set for those who don't have or want a layout, but would like a static model.
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Post by class411 on May 31, 2015 9:33:19 GMT
Shame they didn't make a 'proper' train! Won't see any of that muck on my layout!! What ... you mean an overground, mainline, train? <WEG> |
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Post by bassmike on May 31, 2015 12:54:07 GMT
Shame that Metromodels did'nt get in sooner with this. (Or previous S/stock.)
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Post by metman on May 31, 2015 14:45:44 GMT
Shame they didn't make a 'proper' train! Won't see any of that muck on my layout!! What ... you mean an overground, mainline, train? <WEG> No was thinking stock from the previous century! Actually it makes good business sense. They look quite realistic too. My layout pre dates S stock however! |
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Post by rincew1nd on May 31, 2015 20:31:33 GMT
Remember you need to get the add-on pack for it to successfully run DOO in TS15. |
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Post by spsmiler on May 31, 2015 23:45:29 GMT
Shame they didn't make a 'proper' train! Won't see any of that muck on my layout!! These trains are fine... smooth, ride well (bit like articulated trams), good window visibility (vastly better than Electrostar / Turbostar trains) however as I don't want to breach any profanity rules I won't comment on the seating layout or the people who chose it. But its not the fault of the train builder that they had to make them how the people paying them wanted - rather than to meet the wishes of the human sardines who travel in the tin cans! If ever I find the time to get my model railway back up and running I'll definitely want one of these. Right now I'm too busy creating YouTube films and updating the website. Simon |
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Post by bassmike on Jun 1, 2015 12:46:49 GMT
Shame that Bachmann are only supplying via the L T museum as you can normally get discounts from other suppliers. I think the prices are a bit exorbitant.
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Post by MoreToJack on Jun 1, 2015 15:49:25 GMT
Shame that Bachmann are only supplying via the L T museum as you can normally get discounts from other suppliers. I think the prices are a bit exorbitant. Well seeing as the LT Museum have commissioned it it's not at all surprising that it's only available through them. The price is reasonable for what is being offered. |
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Post by phillw48 on Jun 1, 2015 21:45:59 GMT
Shame that Bachmann are only supplying via the L T museum as you can normally get discounts from other suppliers. I think the prices are a bit exorbitant. There is also a commissioned NER Atlantic that has been released at £180 and one should expect to pay something in the region of £100 to £200 for a 00 scale R-T-R steam locomotive so £280 for a four car unit that does not have many livery variations to cover costs is quite reasonable. |
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Post by bassmike on Jun 4, 2015 12:37:59 GMT
I assume that if you collect the items from Acton open day that the Aprox: £10 per item postage will not apply.-- this is not clear.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 4, 2015 16:23:59 GMT
I assume that if you collect the items from Acton open day that the Aprox: £10 per item postage will not apply.-- this is not clear. I did not see this as an option however I did not want tho have to carry it around at the Open Day! XF |
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Post by rincew1nd on Jun 12, 2015 20:07:16 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Sept 16, 2015 18:43:33 GMT
Mine arrived to day S/No 14 looks good just got to fit the decoders and run it in on the MM&DMRC Club layout.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 21, 2015 20:56:16 GMT
Anyone else from the DD Forum on the S7 Stock Trip to Amersham and Watford this coming Saturday?
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Post by MoreToJack on Sept 21, 2015 21:36:48 GMT
Looking like I'll now be out and about on the trip after a last minute change of plan. Still to be confirmed - I might end up doing some overtime at work!
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Post by Deleted on Sept 22, 2015 22:43:05 GMT
Looking like I'll now be out and about on the trip after a last minute change of plan. Still to be confirmed - I might end up doing some overtime at work! Might see you on the train then! |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 28, 2015 12:02:44 GMT
The S Stock Tour on Saturday was a great success, Thanks to the LT Museum, Bachmann and TFL for their all the efforts to make a great tour and Stock model.  Here a a few photos of the train at Watford and Moorgate    XF |
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