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We can tell that from sales figures, but thanks for the suggestion. Exactly! And plenty more new goodies on the way too! Been an interesting thread this, some saying "oh no, not more new stuff!" and others saying "we want more, more!!!" We hear both sides, but it is taking the discussion on the wagons themselves off topic, so lets keep it to the spoil wagons please. Cheers! Fran

Hi Noel, It is explained in the opening post. Thanks, Fran

We will help out where possible but there is only so much we can do to help. We dont normally offer credit terms on stuff that is in stock. Email us direct and we can chat there. Cheers! Fran

They wont! As there hasnt been pre-orders they will take longer to sell out, so you should all be nice and safe. We will sound klaxons if they get close to sell out. Cheers! Fran

Our latest wagon in our "Project 42" series is the most modern of all; the spoil container wagons! These wagons are in stock now, ready to dispatch today! Who doesn't love a bit of permanent way yellow? These bright wagons were converted to dedicated spoil wagons to work on infrastructure trains. Such services have been seen across the IE system for almost 10 years now. A total of 24 wagons were converted at Limerick Works to replace the aging former barytes wagons on this duty and they debuted in traffic in September 2011. Usually found behind 071s (or occasionally 201s!) the wagons are used to clear used ballast and spoil from engineering works, side by side the HOBS wagons. They often be found stationed in the permanent way sidings at Portarlington. More recently they have been hired by Translink to operate some spoil trains in Northern Ireland and in the past week are being used to transport used sleepers from North Wall to the south east of the country. Our model of these vitally important workhorses feature a wealth of separately applied detail and capture the distinctive looks of these wagons. A heavy diecast chassis ensures adequate weight is provided in these low level wagons, with the spoil containers faithfully rendered and featuring the run off guards at each end. These wagons of course feature our high specification including sprung buffers, close coupling mechanism with optional coupling bars, rotating axle bearing caps and intricate detail we expect to find on scale models of the prototypes. The best thing about this model is that there is no wait time between ordering and dispatch; these wagons are in stock now, ready to post! Packs are €100 each, with a bundle deal of all four packs for €370. So, make sure you don't miss out, order here! https://irishrailwaymodels.com/collections/ie-spoil-wagons

That's a matter for C-Rail I'm afraid!

Hi, Those containers were made by C-Rail intermodal. Check out their range here: https://www.c-rail-intermodal.co.uk/ Thanks, Fran

Hi everyone, We have launched a new range of accessory packs featuring the distinctive CIE 20ft containers, keg cages and barrels and fertiliser bags and pallets and they're now in stock! Perfect for your container flats, yard clutter or loads for your lineside lorries, these accessories make great additions to your layout for that extra bit of authenticity. Order here for immediate dispatch! Cheers! Fran

Dont worry lads, we're on top of it.

All models are dispatched from the UK. Cheers! Fran

Exactly this - 124 and 134 were the longest lived and developed cult status. Both have sold tremendously well judging by our sales figures so far. As has the RPSI special edition actually, the pre-orders have been flying in! Don't miss out lads, they're going fast! Well done to everyone who ordered so far, great to support the RPSI in these challenging times for railway preservation. Cheers! Fran

Hi Noel, As outlined in the release above regarding delivery date. I believe the box was seen elsewhere on the forum a few weeks ago featuring the RPSI crest. However, we are merely handling the distribution, so better to ask an RPSI representative. You can find details on their website. Thanks, Fran

We are delighted to announce that we have teamed up with the Railway Preservation Society of Ireland (RPSI) to assist in the retail and distribution of their hotly anticipated Murphy Models 121 Class limited edition model. The RPSI has worked closely with Murphy Models to provide modellers and collectors an incredibly special edition model of their locomotive B134 in the distinctive grey and yellow livery. This model, strictly limited to 300 pieces, will be presented in the condition the real locomotive will appear once its extensive restoration at Inchicore Works is completed ahead of its return to the mainline. These distinctive features include LED marker lights, walkway handrails and the restoration of the original cab windows over the iconic bonnet of these iconic locomotives. B134 will be a great addition to any Irish outline model railway or collection and will also be an ideal locomotive to run with recently produced Craven coaches in the RPSI livery. All proceeds from the sale of this model will go directly to the RPSI. With the current health pandemic, the RPSI is unable to operate normal mainline operations and as a result there is zero funds coming in from the operation of trains. The sale of these locomotives will not only provide you with a very special model but you will be directly helping the Railway Preservation Society of Ireland. Speaking about the model, Gerry Mooney of the RPSI stated: “The production of this model has been made possible through the generous assistance from Paddy Murphy of Murphy models who has given up some of his production run to facilitate this model. The Railway Preservation Society of Ireland is also extremely grateful to Irish Railway Models who have also generously offered to assist the society in the processing of orders and dispatch of the models.” It brings us great joy that we here at IRM are able to join up with the RPSI and Murphy Models to further support railway preservation in Ireland by assisting the RPSI in the online retail, order processing and distribution of these models. The models are in the final stages of production and we expect them in stock in August 2020. Price is €189.99 with postage standing at €10 for Ireland and the UK, and €15.50 for the Rest of World. Support the RPSI and railway preservation in Ireland and place your pre-order here! https://irishrailwaymodels.com/products/b134-class-121-locomotive-rpsi-grey-yellow Cheers! Fran

Two shale wagons were converted to Taras and still in use. The end profiles of the bodies are a little different too, as are the bogies, lack of end ladders, but not a million miles off.

Yes, it would be the only reason. There’s a weekly wagon transfer between Dublin and limerick which would take any wagons due works attention to Limerick wagon works, so mixed with flats etc.

Hi everyone, Just to let you know, we're down to our last few packs of keg wagons in stock. There are only 7 pack D packs left in stock at the time of writing! https://irishrailwaymodels.com/collections/guinness-keg-liners/products/copy-of-cie-ir-42-flat-twin-pack-guinness-kegs-d Cheers to everyone who placed an order! Fran

Hi Kevin, I emailed you last night to inform you about your parcel. I take it from the above that you did not receive this message? Please check your spam folder if this is the case, and it may explain why replies to your queries had gone astray. Thanks, Fran

It’ll buff out (on Facebook)

Never knew Url Geller was a driver for IE. Be interesting to see the if the rest of the 201s are displaying similar symptoms!

Hi Kevin, We are looking into this for you on the back of the email we received from you yesterday. Is a forum prompt on the same day strictly necessary? As advised below, due to the current pandemic situation post to the USA is taking longer than normal. Responses to our enquiries are too. Thanks Fran

Didnt leave IRM that way certainly!

And then there were two! Pack B of the Kegs is now sold out, and there are just limited amounts of Pack C and D remaining! Thanks to everyone who has ordered and dont miss out! Cheers! Fran

I know you're mad for the brake vans, but if you ever want to commission one we know a few men who can sort it out for a price! I reckon commissioning a professional to make an SSM kit up for you would be hell of a lot cheaper though! Yes, VAT can sting like that and has to be paid there and then. Invariably the stuff arrives when a new quarter begins for us, every single time! Cheers! Fran

Hi Ironroad, You make some points I agree with from experience. I think retooling an all new 141 would be a complete folly, as the current model is indeed excellent. You certainly wouldnt sell thousands of them to justify the tooling outlay. The 201 made sense as the drive and detail was a quantum leap over Lima. But, for every person happy with the new model, plenty are happy and run the old Lima one still and they just want to play trains. The jump forward with a 141 would be much, much shorter in my personal opinion. Why would you sell the current one to buy the new one? 99% wouldnt, and there are other locos to be made in the meantime which make more sense. Regarding detail, your opinion is valid of course, but plenty of people do want that those detail items. When we started this our ethos was to do super detailed quality items, as MM had set the benchmark and these were the models we wanted to create. You may disregard it as "unnecessary" but our ethos to to make accurate scale models (track width aside, nothing we can do about that) so if it's on the real one, it needs to be on our one too. It's not about vanity either, it's about value for money. As production runs are tiny for the Irish market, charging high prices for mediocre models does not offer good value for money. The models would've looked shabby next to existing MM products and customers would dismiss it as "not worth the money". It's about bang for buck. Could robustness be improved? Sure, and we are building that more into future lines, but the detail will remain. These are models, not toys, and that means detail. We want to push things forward, and the reason why Lima, Mainline, Hornby Dublo etc died was because they stood still. The hobby needs to progress, not stand still. Suggestions are always welcome for new models, and we are working on several new tooling models for IRM which we have not announced yet. I am sure MM has stuff up his sleeve too. We will always be honest and say if something doesnt fly, and we have above. We get people really want something, but the needs to be fiscal reality added to the mix too. The market is also tiny and we have had plenty of comments from people saying "slow down, you're bringing too much out" and then on the other side "I want I want I want" We have to balance between the two to keep viable. There are spoil wagons, weedsprays, A Classes, 121s all coming in the next 6 months. That's on top of kegs, bubbles and plough vans and a ballast hopper run and God knows what MM has planned. Where does another new model fit in? Finally, we have no desire to manage a crowdfunding initiative. They take up a huge amount of admin time which we just cant spare right now and we are a self financing company. If someone wishes to commission a model from us, we would gladly do that. We have performed this several times in the UK market and offered these services to JM Design when those ideas for two wagons were scoped out. There has been a very public utter catastrophe regarding crowdfunding in the UK that shows how wrong it can go. a) I really have my doubts tbh based on examples we have experienced and outlined and the lack of stock to run with them currently. You need two plough vans per train, but only one brake van. b) You'd be looking at €60-70 a pop I reckon (rough estimate) but there are many variables. I really do not mean to drag the spirits down, but after 5 years at this we do have the voice of experience at this stage. Cheers! Fran And a very sizable VAT bill when it lands!

No problem at all. It’s no secret (on the website) we did 250 packs over 3 variants with 2 per box, so 1500 models. Very, very small run in the grand scheme of things, hence the higher than usual RRP. This also benefited from using the cement bubble / ballast hopper chassis, so gives you an idea of costs involved. We do love a brake van, and the ploughs are a lovely model, but it just doesn’t add up at the moment. Still, if the market keeps growing, who knows! Cheers! Fran