Will it run?

[rodders]

hello wise one's,  some advice please.  As I have 9" radius on my layout, would a 2 -6 -0 Ivatt, or similar run on this? As far as i am aware,  to try and be "true" to the Taunton to Barnstaple line, 2 -6 -0's and 2 -6 -2's were frequently to be seen, having run  from waterloo or Taunton, some through to Ilfracombe.  Owing to some bridges and the terrain, speed and weight restrictions applied, so as  i would like to run a 2 -6 -0 with some coaches, i could get away with 2, or 3 coaches if i don't use a summer timetable scenario.  i have a rake of 4 wheel coaches to replicate local traffic and the usual mixed freight.  Any advice will be most welcome.  with thanks Rodders

[Newportnobby]

Hi Rodders,

I have no problems with running my Farish 4MT 2-6-0 and any make of 2-6-2T round 9" curves

[rodders]

hello, newport nobby, thanks for the reply that is good news for me!  To save me reading about another ten books could you advise what model coaches, about 1954-1957ish to look out for please? with many thanks  and regards  Rodders

[daveg]

Hi Rodders

Eras 4 and 5 cover the dates you mention.

Try going to Hattons and use their useful date/era selector to see most if not all that's available for the periods that interest you.

Here's the link: http://www.ehattons.com/stocklist/1000398/1000589/1000636/0/Graham_Farish_N_Gauge_Coaches/prodlist.aspx

Happy hunting!

Dave G

[Jerry Howlett]

Hold fire buying anything Rodders!
Farish are about to release some Bullied coaches which will be perfect for your planned location.

[daveg]

Hold fire buying anything Rodders!
Farish are about to release some Bullied coaches which will be perfect for your planned location.

Oh dear! More unplanned expense 

Hi-Ho! I'm sure I can squeeze in another 4, or 5, er, 6 more coaches!

Dave G

[Newportnobby]

hello, newport nobby, thanks for the reply that is good news for me!  To save me reading about another ten books could you advise what model coaches, about 1954-1957ish to look out for please? with many thanks  and regards  Rodders

Hi Rodders,
The Farish website carries the era numbers next to the models but don't assume era 4 = 1940's etc. Jerry is correct in that the Bulleids due for release will be perfect for your setting.

http://www.bachmann.co.uk/farish.php