DJ Dangerous

Absolutely fabulous detail! Would these have run in Ireland or only the UK?

Sadly, I think you’re right on the Covid-modelling bubble bursting. You can see it here on the forum, the number of members who faded away in the months / years following lockdowns. The Covid uptick was commonly reported at the time, but was always going to be temporary. Not sure on the €230 per loco minimum, though. If manufacturers were to decide that it’s a dying market rather than a Covid readjustment, and had no interest in the future of the market, then I’d agree. A kind of “one last ride” attitude. For re-runs with reduced or minimal tooling costs, and thinking of young buyers further down the line, a €230 baseline may be foolhardy, driving away future buyers. Has to be difficult for manufacturers in general to judge, but I reckon we will see 071’s at some stage, either high spec “new” models or sub €200 re-issues.

The new run of 141’s were surprisingly slow sellers - most of the range is still available brand new, some even at reduced prices. I wouldn’t be surprised if this has had an impact on the 071 project. May be prudent to hold off until the 141’s have dwindled, and look for feedback on why they weren’t as successful as anticipated. Might be an idea to revise the 071 tooling a little, and look at the price point. Decoder access was definitely an issue with the 141’s, and would probably put some buyers off, plus the jump to €230-ish definitely chased away some buyers.

Murphy Models Mk3 coaches about to go to tooling. Thanks to @Der Rechtsanwalt for the update:

Bubbles showing as estimated to arrive late August. Project status last updated on June 2nd.

Lucky lucky lucky!

Murphy Models DART + now in tooling, according to this post from @Der Rechtsanwalt:

How on Earth did the chap come across the kit in the first place???

And luckily, Revolution plan both the Class 93 and the Class 99 in OO Gauge!

The older models from Corgi, Base Toys and Oxford Diecast all look as if the body could be swapped onto something like a Bedford TK or Ford Cargo chassis, in case you’re not happy with the tractor / trailer solution.

The latest @Brian Collins Enterprises / Model Bus Creations commission from 80M Creative (the house behind the fabulous Streetdeck), the MBC/BCE-IE002 Enviro 500:

Could you use this and swap the cab for an older one? https://railsofsheffield.com/products/oxford-diecast-76sca02lt-scania-houghton-parkhouse-livestock-transporter-ian-s-roger-ltd

Couple of comparison photos posted on RMWeb HERE, HERE, HERE and HERE. The Accurascale model is head and shoulders above the others for detail, but the others still hold up well for their age. Photos attached here for reference but originals and proper context all available via links above.

Lovely stuff, @popeye! Love the various skips in particular. I’m sure @Rob will be wondering what you haul them with…

@j11sty asking elsewhere on the forum about this… EDIT: Accurascale / IRM project status updates HERE.

1:24 vs. 1:48 vs. 1:76…

Correos Express just delivered a FedEx parcel from Accurascale! Only €50 odd in taxes and fees, which is very reasonable compared to DHL, and super ultra mega quick - it would have literally taken months if it had been regular Correos / Royal Mail. No “RMWeb” rattling from the parcel either.

Looks the same as our good buddies at Spray Tan Fresno a few years back: If it looks too good to be true, run the other way…

66236 in Le Havre, France, this week… Maybe a future limited edition!

Acceptable. Very very acceptable!

This resonates, hitting all the right buttons… I just forgot the “going back afterwards” bit.

Take your pick…..

Love the double track loop. I could sit and watch one of those for hours and hours.

Is that recovery truck from Tiny City? Any chance we’ll see a VT47 visiting?