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Far too big for the line, would not get past the platforms or around the curves under the bridge.

Will this be cosmetic only?

I agree, a run of super train (but with better paint work) and the IR would be great. The super train relying on the plastic for that unique colour finish rather than a neutral plastic and a high quality paint finish is what let it down in my view. They looked more toy like especially when compared to the wonderful cravens.

Any chance of having the lamps functioning?

Hi guys, Am stripping back a level crossing lamp. Years of paint and grime. Any idea what red paint was used on these cast metal lamp boxes?

It was a fine livery. Probably best achieved through a good quality paint finish than trying to get a plastic to match the colour

How many wagons would have formed a standard rake? Was there minimum / maximum number?

I would happily start saving now if they were being planned.

Depends on the Greens and whether they will value the rail network and maintain for future generations.

That's coming with the Oilgate bypass due to start soon whenever they decide which route will do the most damage for least cost. Bye bye Piercestown https://wexfordtoday.com/2020/06/29/council-seeks-views-on-oilgate-to-rosslare-bypass/

I guess I know the answer but are all the wagons independently numbered and different from those that have come before?

Saw this as a proposed plan for the Rosslare Port. CIE in competition with Waterford Port and Dublin Port? Reason to believe the Rosslare Waterford Line will be revitalised?

Or even a few Park Royals to go with the Cravens?

Laminates????

The wikipedia page for the ITG suggested something different: "The group is also building a museum at Moyasta on the West Clare Railway to hold some of their locomotives. At present four locomotives, A3R, 124, 152, and 190 are located in Moyasta." https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Irish_Traction_Group#External_links

Is it ITG or Jackie Whelan looking to create the museum? What is the relationship between them does anyone know? https://clarechampion.ie/wheels-turning-for-west-clare-railway-expansion/

Not any more. Some are available though such as from: http://models11.com/Murphy Models

WOW am tempted to offload my few if that is the price they achieve. I wonder how much a baby gm and a rake of cravens would go for?

If you go into Facebook and search 'Class 121 Niall Redmond' you will be brought to his page with the original photo @DiveController

Interestingly, the lamp I picked up was red with the slit at the back so I wonder was it originally a signal lamp used as a last minute spare for a level crossing?

Really helpful, thanks.

Good morning all, Can someone provide some information on the different types of level crossing / signal lamps? I have seen similar lamps to the one shown, painted red (suggesting used on level crossing sin the south east) but of two different types: 1) Type as shown painted red with two lenses 2) Same cast body type but one lens and on the back a rectangular glassed section as seen in these second photo. My questions are: a) were different types of lamps used for signals and level crossings? b) what colour were the lenses on level crossings? c) how often would the reservoirs of paraffin have to be refilled? d) if the single lens lamp is for signals, what way did they point (bullseye towards the coloured glass in the arm?) Thanks

Happy Birthday!

For those who may be down in Waterford, the Waterford Suir Valley Railway is back running with the rolling stock in a new livery. More importantly the shop now sells 99s! Booking is now online with new safety precautions for staff and visitors. Some weed spraying is needed!