RPSI B134

Today the last of the remaining B134 locomotives sold out. A huge thank you to all those who have supported the RPSI in this venture. This project has brought in vital income at a time when all our normal operations have come to a halt along with the associated income. This project would not have been possible without the generous assistance from Paddy Murphy of Murphy Models with the production and supply of the models. Also the team at IRM who volunteered their assistance with the hosting of sales, dealing with orders and dispatching the models to customers. We also had a number of Mk2 coach packs made available and these sold out in record time through the IRM site. a very small number of individual coaches remain. The success of these models along with the previously released Cravens gives plenty to consider regarding possible future releases. A number of options are under consideration and hopefully it wont be too long before we can announce the next project. The income raised from the sale of the models ensures that work can continue on the restoration of the real B134 in Inchicore Works along with other things like insurance etc which still have to be paid. On behalf of the RPSI- thank you. Gerry

Thanks to the assistance of Paddy Murphy, a very limited amount of brand new RPSI MK2 coaches have been made available to the society. IRM yet again have come to the aid of the RPSI in the sale and distribution of these coaches. Only a small number are available but every sale counts. To secure your set or individual coaches visit https://irishrailwaymodels.com/collections/rpsi

Sorry to burst your bubble John... not this time.

Some little piggybanks should be worried...

No promises have been made in relation to the production of more cravens. However, the idea of producing a second set is certainly one thing that is in the mix. There are also a number of other options that are currently getting looked at. The response to the RPSI cravens and B134 models certainly gives good reason to explore further production runs of our stock. It must be remembered that the RPSI has able to produce these models only with the huge assistance of Paddy Murphy when production of similar models is underway. Clearing the last few of the B134 models is another important step to keep some income coming in when everything in terms of operations has stopped. If you are thinking of purchasing one of these models please do so now because once these are gone that's it- no more.. https://irishrailwaymodels.com/products/b134-class-121-locomotive-rpsi-grey-yellow There will be some good news to report in the coming days so watch this space...

It is great to report that the limited edition models of B134 produced for the RPSI by Murphy Models are down to the final few. The response to these models has been amazing and has provided a vital income stream for the society. It is now over a year since we last operated a train but bills like insurance still need to be paid. Thanks to all those who have supported this project and to those who would like to support us, please use the links and secure one of the last remaining models. Once they are gone thats it there will be no more! There are two pages to make it easier to purchase. One page for those inside the EU and one for those within the UK. EU link https://irishrailwaymodels.com/products/b134-class-121-locomotive-rpsi-grey-yellow UK link https://irishrailwaymodels.co.uk/collections/locomotives/products/b134-class-121-locomotive-rpsi-grey-yellow We have had a number of requests regarding suitable rolling stock from people who have purchased B134. A number of options are currently getting looked at to generate funds. Huge thanks are due to the team at IRM for facilitating the ordering and dispatch of these models at zero cost to the RPSI. -Gerry

Fran Thanks for that, the most important thing for us at the minute is that we clear the remaining few locomotives in stock. The funds raised from these models has without doubt helped the RPSI in a huge way this year. Not one single passenger has travelled on our trains out of Dublin this year and as you say the bills still need to be paid. We have to keep the locomotives and stock in order for when the time comes that we are permitted to operate once again. At this time of the year we would normally be at our busiest with the Santa train operations which is the main income earner for the year. Instead, the locomotive boiler is cold and the stock empty in Inchicore works. Every single sale of the remaining models will help ensure that we will be ready to go. Again thanks to yourselves at IRM and Paddy Murphy for assisting us with this venture, without this help it would not be possible to make this venture a success. In regard to projects in the future. The priority is to clear these models first but there are a number of things that are being looked at. Another batch of blue cravens is one option, these would be three open carriages to supplement the existing models. The production of the bar and snack cars is prohibitive due to the cost of tooling. The green Mk2's is another option but again it would be down to the production of other models to coincide with their release. It is all down to cost and the demand for such models. A significant number need to be sold to make it all viable and make money for the society. There would not be plans for the heritage stock as the cost of tooling for production versus the number that would be sold simply wouldn’t work. You can all rest assured that options are under consideration and should the opportunity present itself and there is sufficient demand they will be produced. So, in the meantime let's get the last of these models sold and we can take it from there. Thank you to all those who have supported the RPSI with this venture, and for those who have yet to purchase one don't leave it too late because once they are gone- they are gone! Thanks Gerry

Less than 20 B134 models remain available. If you are looking for that unique Christmas gift or fancy a treat for yourself, what better way to do it and support the RPSI at the same time. The last of our specially produced limited edition B134 models are left available for purchase. These highly detailed models have proven to be very popular with modellers,collectors and supporters of the RPSI. Only 300 of these models were produced and when these last few models are gone that will be it, no more! The proceeds from the sale of these models have directly helped the RPSI this year, thank you to all those who have contributed. This has greatly helped the finances in this challenging year and also allowed for the provison of material to all work to continue on the restoration of the real thing in Inchicore Works. The delay in work due to Covid will see the locomotive emerge from Inchicore in 2021, certainly something for us all to look forward to. To purchase your B134 model please follow the link https://irishrailwaymodels.com/products/b134-class-121-locomotive-rpsi-grey-yellow

The limited edition models of B134 have started to arrive from the distribution centre with customers. The feedback is extremely positive and thanks to all who have so far supported this project. With mainline operations currently suspended, this is a vital stream of income for the society. Thanks again to Paddy Murphy of Murphy models and the team at IRM for making this whole project possible. To secure your model please follow https://irishrailwaymodels.com/collections/murphy-models-class-121-locomotive/products/b134-class-121-locomotive-rpsi-grey-yellow To see one of the model as in action see

The team at IRM are not only handling the ordering and dispatch of the models for us but generously offered that any multiple purchases and savings on delivery would be passed to the RPSI.

The first delivery is our B134 and also Murphy Models B121 and B135

They are en route!! Flight QR17 due to arrive in Dublin airport from Doha https://fr24.com/QTR1AT/256ea117

Just a quick update... The first shipment of 121 models from China have departed the factory and are now officially on their way. The shipment which is made up of our limited edition model of B134 alongside Murphy Models B121 and B135, is due to arrive in Dublin Airport on Monday lunchtime. The models will then go through Customs clearance before they are collected and immediately dispatched to the distribution centre for delivery to customers. Limited number of this one off model remain available for purchase but once they are gone they are gone! Thanks to all those who have supported this project. Also to Paddy Murphy of Murphy models who made production possible and to IRM for facilitating the ordering and distribution of the model on our behalf. To order your one please follow this link https://irishrailwaymodels.com/products/b134-class-121-locomotive-rpsi-grey-yellow

Great news has reached us from China. The special limited edition of our 121 class locomotive B134 is now all packed and ready to go. The models along with the Murphy Models version of B121 and B135 will also be part of the first shipment. The shipment is due to leave China over the next day or so and depending on Customs clearance etc they will be heading straight to the distribution centre by the end of next week. These limited edition models of B134 are very popular with modellers and supporters of the RPSI. Thanks to all who have supported this project and in turn have supported the RPSI. The income to the society from our regular mainline operations has ceased this year so the support of this project is very much appreciated. If you have not already secured your model, please do so now because once they are gone they are gone. There will not be another run of these highly detailed and collectable models https://irishrailwaymodels.com/products/b134-class-121-locomotive-rpsi-grey-yellow

Thanks to all who have placed orders for our model of B134. This is much appreciated by the RPSI as all the income generated from operating trains has disappeared so far this year. The recent pictures of the models have received a great response and have further reduced the number of models left available to purchase. The way things are going they will be sold out before they arrive. Thanks again to Paddy Murphy for facilitating this unique run for us and to IRM for facilitating orders and distribution. These models will be totally unique to all other 121’s produced and will feature a mix of original and more modern features that the real loco will have when it returns to traffic. To order yours please order here https://irishrailwaymodels.com/products/b134-class-121-locomotive-rpsi-grey-yellow

Ahead of the main delivery of B134 models, one complete loco has made its way to us in advance. The model looks absolutely stunning and is well worth all the effort and patience to get to this stage. Paddy Murphy of Murphy models is also understandably proud of this latest arrival. These models are selling fast and less than one hundred are left. The main batch of models are due to follow imminently and once they clear customs etc they will make their way to the IRM distribution centre for delivery to customers. Once they are gone that's it there will be no more. To order yours and support the RPSI please follow this link https://irishrailwaymodels.com/products/b134-class-121-locomotive-rpsi-grey-yellow

In response to your questions- the 121 class certainly did run with this wording on the cab door when introduced to service. The removal of the sandbox filler was an early modification to the locomotive rather than the filler just falling off! The model of B134 will certainly have the current LED lights, the model will represent the real thing as it will emerge from Inchicore works so this will also include full length handrails along the side of the locomotive which it did not have as new. The retro fitting of the windows over the bonnet will also feature as this has been completed on the real thing. There will be no RPSI marking on either the real thing or model. It will be as close as possible to how it looked when new. The 121 class were regularly to be found in multiple from the black and tan era onwards. They would have also ran in multiple with the B141 class in this livery also. As an example, see the picture from the RPSI 2020 calendar of B134 operating in multiple with the early up Waterford train pictured by Barry Carse at Clondalkin station. An interesting one for modellers given the stock they are hauling.

When new the doors had the words Hand Brake Inside on them. This disappeared after a while along with the sandbox filler pipe on the bonnet end.

We have received a basic sample for review from the factory in China. This sample show the basic colour of the locomotive and is far from a complete sample of a finished model. We are very happy with how the locomotive looks and the finished product will be even better. Sales of the model continue to come in and less than a third of the stock remains available. To secure your model follow the link https://irishrailwaymodels.com/products/b134-class-121-locomotive-rpsi-grey-yellow There will be just one production run of these locomotives so don’t miss out and at the same time you will be supporting the RPSI. Thank you

As many will know from other 121 topics on the forum, the arrival of B134 has been delayed. We were informed today from Paddy Murphy that this is due to a backlog of production in China and also the high demand for air freight at the minute. They could of course go by ship but it would be a lot longer before we see them. Paddy hopes they will depart China mid to late August so all going well with customs etc, the models will be dispatched to customers in early September. Thanks to all those who have purchased the locomotives in support of the RPSI. The total sold is approaching the two thirds mark which is great news. It is hoped that a partly finished locomotive body will appear over the coming days. Pictures will be posted as soon as possible.

Certainly will be possible to give some updates on the progress on the real one during the next week or so. With the current restrictions work had eased off but is getting back on track again with the final delivery of body panels currently in production with the fabrication company. It has passed the point a good time ago where bits stopped coming off and it’s only new and refurbished items going back on.

Not cheeky at all- which one to refer to, the real one or the model? They are both in progress

RPSI limited edition B134 model update Following the launch of the online sales for our limited edition model last Monday, the model of B134 has certainly proven extremely popular. In less than a week 50% of the models have been sold. This is great news for the RPSI as the income from the operation of our trains is gone due to the suspension of our operations. Thanks to all who have purchased these models, not only are you getting a limited edition model but at the same time supporting the RPSI. The specially commissioned model will be unique to the other 121 models and will reflect exactly how the real locomotive will emerge from overhaul in Inchicore works. There will only be one run of these models and when they are gone they are gone. If you would like to purchase one of these models and support the RPSI, please place your order here https://irishrailwaymodels.com/products/b134-class-121-locomotive-rpsi-grey-yellow The models are due to depart China within the next week and will then make their way for distribution to all those who have purchased them. We would again like to thank Paddy Murphy of Murphy Models for his help with the production and the team at Irish Railway Models for the online sales and distribution of this model.

Thanks to all who have ordered their model of B134. As expected, these models are proving to be very popular and since ordering was opened on Monday over a third of the locomotives have been sold. This is great news and without doubt it would not be possible without the help of Paddy Murphy and the team at IRM. As a society we are not operating any mainline excursions at the minute and the funds raised will directly support the RPSI. Both Murphy Models and IRM are doing everything they can to ensure the maximum financial return possible to the RPSI from this venture and have themselves absorbed costs in production and distribution of this model. For this and your support we are very grateful. The latest on the model itself is that they are currently being prepared for shipping from China and will depart over the next week. They will then go through customs etc before making their way to the distribution hub for dispatch. The models will be presented in their own unique box which features the RPSI crest alongside the Murphy Models logo. The locomotive will be exactly the same as the real B134 when it appears from Inchicore Works. It will be different to other grey/yellow 121 models which will be in the as delivered condition. Thanks again to you all for your support with this venture and remember this is a strictly one off production run so don’t miss out.