I have decided to add the above pack to my birthday 'wish list' ( ), mainly to get the 'Duchess Of Hamilton' engine and from what I have seen, the engine alone is selling for a similar price to the complete pack  . However, my queries - the engine is advertise as 'DCC Ready', is it available as 'DCC Fitted'? Secondly, so I can work out the best postage options for me, can anyone tell me the box sizes please, (l x w x h). 

Quote from: dannyboy on May 09, 2016, 04:25:05 PM
I have decided to add the above pack to my birthday 'wish list' ( ), mainly to get the 'Duchess Of Hamilton' engine and from what I have seen, the engine alone is selling for a similar price to the complete pack  . However, my queries - the engine is advertise as 'DCC Ready', is it available as 'DCC Fitted'? Secondly, so I can work out the best postage options for me, can anyone tell me the box sizes please, (l x w x h). 

Box size is about 19"x13"x3"
I don't believe its available as a set with DCC fitted.
It is indeed good value as you suggest. Unfortunately mine came with a loco that looked like it was running on square wheels so the loco went back for replacement. Should be due soon.

Thanks for the info' Bob. I have emailed Hattons to see if they will fit the chip.

Quote from: dannyboy on May 09, 2016, 06:11:28 PM
Thanks for the info' Bob. I have emailed Hattons to see if they will fit the chip.

I'm sure Hattons will chip a loco for you, I've always found them very helpful. I just hope they check the loco works properly on DC first.
Good luck, it's a nice set.

I haven't fitted a chip in mine yet, but from what I recall, it couldn't be easier...no screws to undo, just lift the top off the tender, remove the blanking chip and slide the decoder chip in its place.
No square wheels on mine, I'm glad to say - it ran like a dream straight from the box !

Quote from: koyli55002 on May 09, 2016, 06:25:38 PM
I haven't fitted a chip in mine yet, but from what I recall, it couldn't be easier...no screws to undo, just lift the top off the tender, remove the blanking chip and slide the decoder chip in its place.
No square wheels on mine, I'm glad to say - it ran like a dream straight from the box !

When I bought my City of Birmingham, when it first came out, it ran like a dream. So smooth and quiet. I was expecting the same of the Duchess. So disappointed. Still, I have high hopes of her replacement.

does anyone have a spare detailing pack for the duchess loco?

i got one on ebay - but no detailing parts included.


cheers,


tim

I've had a good response by emailing Bachmann/Grafar. If they have it kicking about they are usually quite happy to post it to you.

Am I right in thinking there is no track or controller in this pack. john.

John, as I understand it, it is just a train pack, i.e. engine, 3 carriages and signal box.

Addit: this link gives details
http://www.anticsonline.co.uk/1950_1_106253715.html 

Many thanks David. john.

Quote from: austinbob on May 09, 2016, 06:20:01 PM

I'm sure Hattons will chip a loco for you,

Hattons charge £15.26p for the chip and £12.00p for fitting if anyone is interested. 

Quote from: austinbob on May 09, 2016, 06:34:11 PM

Quote from: koyli55002 on May 09, 2016, 06:25:38 PM
I haven't fitted a chip in mine yet, but from what I recall, it couldn't be easier...no screws to undo, just lift the top off the tender, remove the blanking chip and slide the decoder chip in its place.
No square wheels on mine, I'm glad to say - it ran like a dream straight from the box !

When I bought my City of Birmingham, when it first came out, it ran like a dream. So smooth and quiet. I was expecting the same of the Duchess. So disappointed. Still, I have high hopes of her replacement.

Replacement Duchess received and working just fine.

Quote from: austinbob on May 14, 2016, 10:37:56 AM
Replacement Duchess received and working just fine.

They are beautiful models.

Cheers,
Alan

Quote from: Dr Al on May 14, 2016, 02:20:39 PM

They are beautiful models.

Thanks for that - I don't feel so guilty now