As a GWR fan I will add that I think the 16XX is a very poor choice as it does not carry any GW liveries.

The J70 tram loco I think is a better option (low starting point with the above) because it is "cute", odd looking, ties in with Thomas, could be used in more scenario's, more likely rule 1 purchase.

Given that Model Rail is primarily an OO mag I suspect they won't get much response for either 2mm or 7mm versions, but at least they have made an effort. If enough people say yes then they'll have to react! If you are interested then it makes sense to reply and let them know.

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Quote from: Bob G on August 07, 2020, 12:34:12 PM
Reminds me of Private Eye's "continued on p94" which of course didnt exist.

or in a locked cellar with "Beware of ther Gorilla" written on it! ( Douglas Adams)

Sadly I have no interest in either.  However, I did send Model Rail an email with my suggestions for what they are worth.

1. Farish Class 47 in early XP64 livery.  Existing model and Bachmann have produced this loco livery in OO.  Easy win?

2. Dapol Gresley brake in Engineer's red to go with the crane from Osborn Models.  Again, existing model but links up with another model.

3. Farish TPO with nets.  Bachmann might be thinking of this one themselves but if not it would be a useful addition.

4. N2 0-6-2 tank locomotive.  Well, what would expect with my Hornby Dublo obsession. 😉

Kind regards

Paddy

Quote from: Railwaygun on August 07, 2020, 02:21:20 PM

Quote from: Bob G on August 07, 2020, 12:34:12 PM
Reminds me of Private Eye's "continued on p94" which of course didnt exist.

or in a locked cellar with "Beware of ther Gorilla" written on it! ( Douglas Adams)

"But the plans were on display..."
"On display? I eventually had to go down to the cellar to find them."
"That's the display department."
"With a torch."
"Ah, well, the lights had probably gone."
"So had the stairs."
"But look, you found the notice, didn't you?"
"Yes," said Arthur, "yes I did. It was on display in the bottom of a locked filing cabinet stuck in a disused lavatory with a sign on the door saying 'Beware of the Leopard."

with my pedant hat on ;-)

I think the J70 is a great choice. It has cute factor and plenty of rule 1 purchase potential. I will be emailing to support the choice.

I think people are overthinking the choice of models being offered. They are simply models that MR has already produced in OO (and presumably sold well). Expecting them to produce something entirely new or different isn't likely to succeed.

Totally agree @red_death, but nothing ventured. 😀

Kind regards

Paddy

Looking at the new locos Model Rail have commissioned there's also a case for the USA 0-6-0T.
I remember Chivers years ago brought out a white metal body kit to fit a Roco German BR 80 0-6-0T chassis but I wonder how many takers would be for a N scale RTR version?

Model Rail considered bringing out a LBSCR E1 0-6-0T in OO based on measurements taken from the sole survivor on the Isle of Wight but the project's gone quiet at the moment https://www.pressreader.com/uk/model-rail-uk/20180701/283850099045393

With a long life span and many liveries, it's arguably a better prospect than a 16xx pannier.

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Tempted by the tram but for all the wrong reasons.

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Quote from: red_death on August 07, 2020, 07:19:10 PM
I think people are overthinking the choice of models being offered. They are simply models that MR has already produced in OO (and presumably sold well). Expecting them to produce something entirely new or different isn't likely to succeed.

The choices make a lot more sense with that information. If they've already done a lot of the work and they're not hard to shrink ray then it's potentially an easier commercial project.

I seriously wonder if anyone actually reads the information given to them in these forum threads.

I give up.

As a (G)WR fan I find that some of the attitudes expressed in this thread very negative. As N gauge modelers we should welcome all manufacturers initiatives to bring new models to market not deride them because of a livery issue or not our interest area. These models may not be what interests you but I would whole heartedly support the efforts made to bring  to market previously unlikely models. We all want N gauge to develop so please give support where required.

Norman

Quote from: cutting42 on August 07, 2020, 04:56:38 PM

Quote from: Railwaygun on August 07, 2020, 02:21:20 PM

Quote from: Bob G on August 07, 2020, 12:34:12 PM
Reminds me of Private Eye's "continued on p94" which of course didnt exist.

or in a locked cellar with "Beware of ther Gorilla" written on it! ( Douglas Adams)

"But the plans were on display..."
"On display? I eventually had to go down to the cellar to find them."
"That's the display department."
"With a torch."
"Ah, well, the lights had probably gone."
"So had the stairs."
"But look, you found the notice, didn't you?"
"Yes," said Arthur, "yes I did. It was on display in the bottom of a locked filing cabinet stuck in a disused lavatory with a sign on the door saying 'Beware of the Leopard."

with my pedant hat on ;-)

I used to be able to quote it verbatim!