Patrick Davey Posted April 11, 2022 Share Posted April 11, 2022 Just thinking here....as the A classes are more than likely going to sell out completely...... Surely it's about time for another major announcement from IRM? 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhb171achill Posted April 11, 2022 Share Posted April 11, 2022 3 minutes ago, Patrick Davey said: Just thinking here....as the A classes are more than likely going to sell out completely...... Surely it's about time for another major announcement from IRM? Well, there’s their full range of RTR GNR 4.4.0 s available from Wednesday afternoon…. 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ Dangerous Posted April 11, 2022 Share Posted April 11, 2022 Well, I believe that we're due an IRM announcement early this month and another late this month or early next month, so you're not the only itchy one! On 4/3/2022 at 12:46 PM, BosKonay said: If it helps with planning we have a small announcement in the next few weeks,, then something in April, something powered in late April/ Early May, something else in June, something else in July, and August and September and October (also powered) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noel Posted April 11, 2022 Share Posted April 11, 2022 I am content Seriously perhaps give IRM a break from business enterprise, its hard work. Still hopeful Parkroyals with opening doors, lights, and DCC brake sounds are in the pipeline 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westcorkrailway Posted April 11, 2022 Share Posted April 11, 2022 1 hour ago, Patrick Davey said: Just thinking here....as the A classes are more than likely going to sell out completely...... Surely it's about time for another major announcement from IRM? I suspect it we will be waiting till at least September/October till we get a new loco announcement layed on us…….it’s a shame it seems like murphy’s 201’s won’t be here in time to fill in the gaps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ Dangerous Posted April 11, 2022 Share Posted April 11, 2022 (edited) 9 hours ago, Noel said: I am content Seriously perhaps give IRM a break from business enterprise, its hard work. Still hopeful Parkroyals with opening doors, lights, and DCC brake sounds are in the pipeline As in they should cancel everything that they have ready to announce this year, or they should make no announcements next year for the following year? 8 hours ago, Westcorkrailway said: I suspect it we will be waiting till at least September/October till we get a new loco announcement layed on us…….it’s a shame it seems like murphy’s 201’s won’t be here in time to fill in the gaps Steady on, Mr. Rich Man! Our pockets will be emptied one way or another, don't worry. Edited April 12, 2022 by DJ Dangerous Added smilies! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BosKonay Posted April 12, 2022 Share Posted April 12, 2022 Good things come to those that wait we have more powered items more coaches more wagons and more all this year. All of which are in advanced development and several in tooling already. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Shrives Posted April 12, 2022 Share Posted April 12, 2022 1 hour ago, BosKonay said: Good things come to those that wait we have more powered items more coaches more wagons and more all this year. All of which are in advanced development and several in tooling already. Powered froth maker perhaps? ... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ Dangerous Posted April 12, 2022 Share Posted April 12, 2022 My money is on the next announcement being IRM t-shirts. Green with white font, white with green font, and a limited edition silver one saying "Our models are A1" in a wooden case. 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
connollystn Posted April 12, 2022 Share Posted April 12, 2022 It's likely that I.R.M. could have announced their next models years ago, however, it's far better that items are in an advanced state of production so when a new model is revealed it is accompanied by pictures of pre-production/engineering samples. Far better that way than in the past when we had to wait 3-4 years from announcement to the actual model appearing on the shelves. I've always found that waiting period very annoying so when the announcements do come there will be a much shorter lead-in time for them appearing on the shelves. 2 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warbonnet Posted April 12, 2022 Share Posted April 12, 2022 10 minutes ago, connollystn said: It's likely that I.R.M. could have announced their next models years ago, however, it's far better that items are in an advanced state of production so when a new model is revealed it is accompanied by pictures of pre-production/engineering samples. Far better that way than in the past when we had to wait 3-4 years from announcement to the actual model appearing on the shelves. I've always found that waiting period very annoying so when the announcements do come there will be a much shorter lead-in time for them appearing on the shelves. Exactly this. We only announce with samples now, as seen with the Mark 2 coaches and Magnesite wagons. Look out for decoration samples for both of those very soon. 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noel Posted April 12, 2022 Share Posted April 12, 2022 9 hours ago, DJ Dangerous said: 10 hours ago, Noel said: I am content Seriously perhaps give IRM a break from business enterprise, its hard work. Still hopeful Parkroyals with opening doors, lights, and DCC brake sounds are in the pipeline As in they should cancel everything that they have ready to announce this year, or they should make no announcements next year for the following year? Eh No as simply stated above, I am simply content with the models I already have, so very happy to wait for the fullness of time to reveal anything new that may be of interest. Never have Irish modellers had it so good, and abundance of models, the glass is not half full, its completely overflowing at this stage. Two pals just back from a months break in your lovely neck of the woods out there in the ocean. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noel Posted April 12, 2022 Share Posted April 12, 2022 3 hours ago, BosKonay said: Good things come to those that wait we have more powered items more coaches more wagons and more all this year. All of which are in advanced development and several in tooling already. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WRENNEIRE Posted April 12, 2022 Share Posted April 12, 2022 I reckon the troubles in the Ukraine will not help Planes to Europe fly over them Trains to Europe travel through them Slow boat from China....... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean Posted April 12, 2022 Share Posted April 12, 2022 (edited) 7 hours ago, BosKonay said: Good things come to those that wait we have more powered items more coaches more wagons and more all this year. All of which are in advanced development and several in tooling already. is that confirmation on the IRM GM and Toothpaste range so? "POWERED ITEMS" Edited April 12, 2022 by Sean POWERED ITEMS 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
connollystn Posted April 12, 2022 Share Posted April 12, 2022 Who ever thought that the World would be in the mess it's in now? We need I.R.M. to make a new announcement soon to help take our minds off these troubled times. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean Posted April 12, 2022 Share Posted April 12, 2022 yes, playing with toy trains has provided great relief and distraction from worries regarding world events over the past few months. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warbonnet Posted April 12, 2022 Share Posted April 12, 2022 50 minutes ago, WRENNEIRE said: I reckon the troubles in the Ukraine will not help Planes to Europe fly over them Trains to Europe travel through them Slow boat from China....... Correct. The train we used for the As (which ended up taking longer than the boat in the end due to the messing in Belarus ahead of this carry on in Ukraine, rail strikes and scheduling) is no longer an option really. Boat is only way for now with air still absolutely off the wall price wise. We have great fun day to day in IRM HQ! 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
connollystn Posted April 12, 2022 Share Posted April 12, 2022 Personally I'm not expecting I.R.M. to produce anything to run with my silver and black Crossley's 'til next year at the earliest. I'm extremely happy with my As and get lots of enjoyment even though I run them light engine. Eventually, stock will be produced to operate with my Crossley As and I look forward to that day. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean Posted April 12, 2022 Share Posted April 12, 2022 Sure pull a rake of spoils with one. it wont spontaneously combust Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leslie10646 Posted April 12, 2022 Share Posted April 12, 2022 3 hours ago, connollystn said: Personally I'm not expecting I.R.M. to produce anything to run with my silver and black Crossley's 'til next year at the earliest. I'm extremely happy with my As and get lots of enjoyment even though I run them light engine. Eventually, stock will be produced to operate with my Crossley As and I look forward to that day. If you take a trip down to Wexford this weekend, Lorna McDonald will sell you my kits of H vans, corrugated opens and a nice old GSWR brake van to hang on the back, even some flats and containers which just about make the "Black"era. If you think they're hard to make, ask Robert Roche, who is certain to be there - he's made enough of them! I even persuaded Noel, famed of this Parish, that they were worth having a go with! More fun than light engines, although I must say I applaud your good taste in your choice of liveries, the Silver A is splendid (for a diesel!) and I was very tempted by the black one! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
connollystn Posted April 12, 2022 Share Posted April 12, 2022 Thanks leslie10646 for that suggestion, I'll certainly be having a look 'round the stalls to see if I can pick up something. So looking forward to the Wexford exhibition. Just five sleeps to go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Davey Posted April 12, 2022 Author Share Posted April 12, 2022 16 hours ago, BosKonay said: Good things come to those that wait we have more powered items more coaches more wagons and more all this year. All of which are in advanced development and several in tooling already. "...powered items...." this suggests a railcar to me........ hopefully the prototype will have been of BREL origin...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noel Posted April 12, 2022 Share Posted April 12, 2022 5 hours ago, leslie10646 said: If you take a trip down to Wexford this weekend, Lorna McDonald will sell you my kits of H vans, corrugated opens and a nice old GSWR brake van to hang on the back, even some flats and containers which just about make the "Black"era. If you think they're hard to make, ask Robert Roche, who is certain to be there - he's made enough of them! I even persuaded Noel, famed of this Parish, that they were worth having a go with! Yes indeed Leslie and most enjoyable to assemble and decorate they were too. It took a while for me to warm to resin kits, but glad I did in the end, and yes they are easy to make. I'll be needing some H-Vans soon, you were out of stock last time Provincial Wagons kits 5 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leslie10646 Posted April 12, 2022 Share Posted April 12, 2022 Thanks for the advertorial, Noel. The "builds" are all great, but i think that the GSWR brake takes the prize? I think it was Michael's Magnum Opus - a delightful reproduction of a piece of antiquity! Lorna will have some kits of it to sell at Wexford, never fear! And those opens - you've made a great job of "weathering' it! Needless to say H Vans as well. Leslie 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhb171achill Posted April 13, 2022 Share Posted April 13, 2022 2 hours ago, Patrick Davey said: "...powered items...." this suggests a railcar to me........ hopefully the prototype will have been of BREL origin...... It's the Fintona horse. I can feel it in me waters. Never mind these oul things on wheels. 1 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ Dangerous Posted April 21, 2022 Share Posted April 21, 2022 On 12/4/2022 at 9:44 AM, Noel said: Eh No as simply stated above, I am simply content with the models I already have, so very happy to wait for the fullness of time to reveal anything new that may be of interest. Never have Irish modellers had it so good, and abundance of models, the glass is not half full, its completely overflowing at this stage. Two pals just back from a months break in your lovely neck of the woods out there in the ocean. My point was that, as per the post that I quoted, it sounds like IRM have a load of announcements all ready to go, so content or not, we are gonna be spoiled again this year. Been a bit of a wierd winter down here, milder than usual but also more changeable than usual. 28 degrees at midnight on Sunday night and only 14 degrees at the same time the next night. Hope your friends made the most of it either way! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mphoey Posted April 21, 2022 Share Posted April 21, 2022 going by what irm has done with accruscale and the way things have been produced i wonder will we see the first ever real rtr irish steam loco this year and i firmly believe the 80 class has to be a contender with the mk2b carraiges now done 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skinner75 Posted April 21, 2022 Share Posted April 21, 2022 C class would be a winner in my books! 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spudfan Posted April 21, 2022 Share Posted April 21, 2022 Like I said before....a shunter. This would be a godsend to anyone with limited space. A wagon pack with the shunter could see someone enjoying the Irish scene for little outlay and limited space needed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flange lubricator Posted April 21, 2022 Share Posted April 21, 2022 25 minutes ago, spudfan said: Like I said before....a shunter. This would be a godsend to anyone with limited space. A wagon pack with the shunter could see someone enjoying the Irish scene for little outlay and limited space needed. The C /B201 were very versatile and did plenty of shunting in their day 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westcorkrailway Posted April 21, 2022 Share Posted April 21, 2022 From Tom Halvey on Facebook I find the yellow buffer mean an odd quirk on 203. I also didn’t know the K class were as large as they were! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
murphaph Posted April 21, 2022 Share Posted April 21, 2022 I also asked on Facebook but I'll ask here too... What is the silver coloured plug/socket arrangement on the buffer beam? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flange lubricator Posted April 21, 2022 Share Posted April 21, 2022 32 minutes ago, murphaph said: I also asked on Facebook but I'll ask here too... What is the silver coloured plug/socket arrangement on the buffer beam? Was it for heating on branch line trains like the Loughrea? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
murphaph Posted April 21, 2022 Share Posted April 21, 2022 I think Loughrea had an electric storage heater, plugged in at night at the Terminus to charge it up. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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