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36 minutes ago, Newtoncork said:
Was looking at these in Marks Models today but they didn't seem to have a detail pack. Should they come with one? Thanks.,
Detail Pack included below the plastic insert into the box.
Includes spare handrails.
Also remember these models are coming with horn and vac hose fitted compared to the original ones- 2
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1 hour ago, IrishTrainScenes said:
So 64 coaches overall?
8x8=64
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Correct
49 minutes ago, 226 Abhann na Suire said:Just curious, but do those in the know have any idea about the proposed timetable…? Or at least will they be a pre-9am arrival to both cities…?
The plan is a 6am departure from both ends so arrival should be well before 9am
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Current plan is 8 trains, each comprising of 8 coaches will be ordered.
it might not be what is got but that’s the plan.
See this link for the general outline of plan.
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I would would imagine €230 to €250 mark going on present pricing for these small limited runs.
It shows you why IRM have to cut out the middle man to make it work.- 1
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2 minutes ago, IrishTrainScenes said:
So DDs will be going in 2029?
2029 or 2030 at the latest. Nothing new is ordered yet. From the order date it’s three years minimum before a new train arrives here. Plus commissioning, trials, driver training and engineering training. I would say if you ordered now mid 2028 would be good going.
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2 hours ago, IrishTrainScenes said:
@NIRCLASS80I have not counted any substitution on the Enterprise since 26 February
There is a lot of effort by many to improve things since late November.
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I think you should see a significant improvement in the first three months of 2024.
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The photo above is just a reminder of how good these models were on release over 15 years ago and they still look stunning. Well done Mr Murphy for producing more.
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7 hours ago, NIRCLASS80 said:
In theory it should, but then again would I bet my life on it,, No!
This week I think it maybe 3002,3004&3005
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44 minutes ago, skinner75 said:
Prosecuting someone for 'handling stolen property' is a bit of a dick move on his part IMO
If it was your stolen property would you feel the same!
Just imagine having something stolen, then it appears on eBay and saying, that’s fine! NOT!
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23 minutes ago, IrishTrainScenes said:
@NIRCLASS80 will the 1023 at Moira get me to Portadown tomorrow to see the 1109 ex Portadown departing and see the 0930 ex Dublin arriving?
In theory it should, and according to the timetable definitely, but then again would I bet my life on it,, No!
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9 hours ago, IrishTrainScenes said:
Nice!!
PS: That was an April fools joke about the 0735 today being a 2/3 car DD.
PS. I know, I’ve been on the line all day!
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11 hours ago, IrishTrainScenes said:
Is that the confirmed length of engineering works? So what’s happening May - September?
Timeline
Below we set out a proposed timeline of key activity and milestones for the project.
Please note, these are indicative and subject to change. Further details will be available closer to the relevant phase of works commencing and we will work closely to inform all stakeholders as part of this process.
21st March 2024 – 25th March – Phoenix Gas works to install connections to the new Belfast Grand Central Station. Lane closure from Glengall Street to Grosvenor Road on Durham Street.
23rd March - 24th March – NI Water works to install connections to the new Belfast Grand Central Station. Lane closures heading east and west on Grosvenor Road.
30th March - 2nd April 2024 – Railway line closure between Lanyon Place to Great Victoria Street to Portadown to facilitate engineering works by Babcock.
3rd April - 7th April 2024 – Railway line closure between Lanyon Place and to Great Victoria Street to Lisburn to facilitate engineering works by Babcock
May - September 2024 – Public realm improvements on Grosvenor Road. These works will be transient and will require a footpath/lane closure at various points.
May - June 2024 – Public realm improvements on section of Glengall Street. (End closest to Great Victoria St and side of Europa Hotel). This may require lane/footpath closure.
May - July 2024 – Summer railway line closure (part 1). Dates TBC.
Great Victoria Street station to close – rail services continue to operate between Lanyon Place and Lisburn serving all halts along the corridor.
May - August 2024 – Great Victoria St Crossing / footpath alignment. This will require a lane/footpath closure.
May - September 2024 – Public realm improvements on Sandy Row (from Hope Street Junction to former Gilpins site)
July - September 2024 – Summer railway line closure (part 2). Dates TBC.
Q4 2024 – Operational Station Opening. Rail services will move into the new station and 16 bus stands will be operational.
All I know is eight weeks July/August
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Eight weeks, July August.
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Some NIR coaches available on the Irish Railway Models website.
Locomotives are currently like hen’s teeth and will only improve once someone produces more or new models.
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Fantastic show. Well done by Tony
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Just announce the Hunslet at Bangor to go with the enterprise coaching stock, along with the 80 class and then the MV’s and then the final announcement of all NIR Modellers declaration of bankruptcy!
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On 14/3/2024 at 10:14 PM, airfixfan said:
Enterprise back to normal then!
Slightly harsh. The Enterprise service has been remarkably reliable this year so far. More issues with signal failures, trespassing etc than the actual train itself.
A point often overlooked is the coaching stock is now 27 years old and locomotives 29 years old.
At this stage the much glorified Irish Rail Mk3s were being recycled to bean tins and the 071’s gone from front line passenger duties.
Northern Ireland Railways 80 Class were on their knees by this stage.
Meanwhile the 201’s and the DD’s keep pounding away with up over 700 miles a day required for one turn.
Things could be a lot worse.
Irish Railway News ‘Enterprise Watch’
in General Chat
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No repeat!