Bachmann Announcements

[ChrisWV10]

Large logo 37 only ever available in an expensive set with some unnecessary plastic tat or in a DCC fitted set.

Untrue. Bachmann have done 4 examples:

37558 (Vulcan set)
37418 (DCC set)
37407 (general release)
37027 (limited run for TMC)

So actually this is a very well catered for livery, through a range of releases. One has been easily able to source models split from sets also - I've bought one in the last month!

Cheers,
Alan

So actually 1 general release then if you don't want the extras.

[Portpatrick]

Thanks for the info Roy.  I will probably not bother with it if that is the case.

[Roy L S]

Thanks for the info Roy.  I will probably not bother with it if that is the case.

Indeed Colin, I cancelled mine too, the whole appeal of that model was that it was to be a weathered variant.

[Portpatrick]

Thanks for the info Roy.  I will probably not bother with it if that is the case.

Indeed Colin, I cancelled mine too, the whole appeal of that model was that it was to be a weathered variant.


Yes, I have a black one with the curved top tender.  A green one with the inset tender. (Cannot remembers the exact type nomenclature).  A weathered one really appealed.  Having another black one but just with the inset tender does not quite cut it!  Unless I really splash out and order from TMC!

[CaleyDave]

I agree with the comments Made By Ben A.

The issue is less that there is nothing of note coming short term in the Graham Farish Range but in the delivery of that fact.
There doesn't need to be anything to show, making a song and dance about something that's expected or tease at a future announcement. Yes you will always have cynics it is better to spend a few minutes than a leave a void for disappointment.

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It was mentioned in the video that the Delivery Dates on the Website had been updated so I compiled a list.
If nothing slips* We look to be in for a bumper (and expensive) winter!
(*Between stuck ships, plastic prices and electronic shortages I don't want to be that project manager!)
(Below correct as of 05/06)

Jun/Jul
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SE&CR N Class 1823 SR Maunsell Green
SE&CR N Class 31810 BR Lined Black (Late Crest)
SE&CR N Class 1860 SR Black (Sunshine)

BR Mk1 RU Restaurant Unclassified BR Maroon
BR Mk1 RU Restaurant Unclassified BR Blue & Grey
BR Mk1 RU Restaurant Unclassified BR (WR) Chocolate & Cream

Class 108 3-Car DMU BR Blue
Class 108 3-Car DMU BR Green (Speed Whiskers)
Class 108 3-Car DMU BR White & Blue

Aug/Sep
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LMS 20T Brake Van BR Grey (Early)
LMS 20T Brake Van LMS Grey

Sep/Oct
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BR 45T TTA Tank Wagon 'Charringtons' Black
BR 45T TTA Tank Wagon 'Fina' Silver

Nov/Dec
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Class 150/1 2-Car DMU 150135 BR Provincial (Original)
Class 150/2 2-Car DMU 150236 Arriva Trains Wales (Revised)
Class 150/2 2-Car DMU 150236 Arriva Trains Wales (Revised)
Class 150/2 2-Car DMU 150275 Northern

Dec/Jan
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BR 12T Ventilated Van Planked Sides BR Bauxite (Early)
BR 12T Ventilated Van Planked Sides BR Bauxite (Late)
BR 12T Ventilated Van Planked Sides BR Departmental Olive Green

BR 10T Insulated Van BR White
BR 10T Insulated Van BR Ice Blue
BR 10T Insulated Ale Van BR Bauxite (Early)

BR Mk1 BG Brake Gangwayed BR (WR) Chocolate & Cream
BR Mk1 BG Brake Gangwayed Generator Van Network Rail Yellow
BR Mk1 BG Brake Gangwayed Royal Mail Letters
BR Mk1 BG Brake Gangwayed BR Blue (Newspapers)

BR Mk2A TSO Tourist Second Open BR Regional Railways
BR 'Highlander' Pack Mk2 TSO & Class 101 DTCL BR Highland Rail G. & C.
BR Mk2 TSO & Mk1 BG 2-Coach Pack BR ScotRail

LNER 12T Ventilated Van Corrugated Steel Ends BR Bauxite (Late)
LNER 12T Ventilated Fruit Van Planked Ends BR Bauxite (Late)
LNER 12T Fruit Van Planked Ends LNER Bauxite

Jan/Feb   
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Class 101 2-Car DMU BR Blue & Grey
Class 101 2-Car DMU BR Blue & Grey
Class 101 2-Car DMU BR Green (Speed Whiskers)

Class 319 4-Car EMU 319004 BR Network SouthEast (Revised)
Class 319 4-Car EMU 319382 Thameslink
Class 319 4-Car EMU 319362 Northern Rail

MR 20T Brake Van with Duckets LMS Grey
MR 20T Brake Van without Duckets Midland Railway Grey
MR 20T Brake Van with Duckets BR Grey (Early)

[Paddy]

I must admit I was a little disappointed that the Farish announcement didn't have a single item of rolling stock to offer, and with that in mind I am surprised they started the video presentation by highlighting this being Farish's 50th anniversary year.

Hi @Ben A

Totally agree with you - actually thought this was poor marketing for the same reason.

If the Q3 announcement is going to be something special for Farish then I would have "saved" that intro for then.

Kind regards

Paddy

[mark100]

What's the point of them announcing new stuff when it will be at least a year or two before it arrives.

My understanding is that with quarterly announcements we'll only get notified of new models that are well on their way to production.

In my case I still waiting for their reliveried CL66's & CL150. Plus the new tooling CL158, and the CL319. Not to mention various wagon re-runs.

Regards,

John P

The Quarterly announcements was decided a couple of years back after Bachman had got themselves a huge list of items to come, I don't think we will actually see any new tooling's until that back catalogue is nearly complete or completed.

Mark

[gc4946]

At last there's possible release dates for the 319s and Northern's 150/2   

[Newportnobby]

Looks like there's nothing on Caley Dave's list (see reply #139) for me so Farish will see none of my wonga for the foreseeable.
However, RevolutioN, Kato, Dapol, Gaugemaster and Rapido will benefit from it

[njee20]

Yep, same. We'll see what happens in the autumn announcements I guess. I notice a lot of rumblings of discontent among the OO fraternity that they're not getting any more 90s. There was one batch, and then no further ones have come out. Speculation it's due to QC issues with broken bogie mounts, but I wonder if actually it's more than that, which probably dents the likelihood of an N gauge one.

I'm not even sure what else I think is missing now that I'd buy, frankly, aside from some EMUs. Sure the manufacturers will find things though 

[Roy L S]

Just noticed the dates on RM Web. My disappointment is that the 4Fs, J39s, Fairburns and 5MTs (retooled tender for sound) are still "awaiting" and doubtless that means a post-Feb 2022 release. As I said in t'other place, I have a sound fitted 5MT on order (did have a weathered one too until Bachmann said it would no longer be) doubtless that means a further price rise on top of the one that has just happened....

I just hope the "exciting news" for Q3 isn't hype, it helps nobody (especially not Bachmann) to build up expectations with words like that, only for the reality to be something different.

There hasn't been a new steam loco announced by Bachmann for what must be at least three years(?), the 8F was the last, it is surely about time something new and with suitably wide appeal was announced? Unlike diesels now, there is a long list of suitable candidates, who wouldn't love a sound fitted V2 or 9F to current standards? OK they would come at a price, but for either of those I just wouldn't care

Wait and see I guess but I am not holding my breath, based on recent experiences I am prepared to be underwhelmed....

I say again, thank goodness for Sam at Sonic and Revolution supporting him in flying the flag for N steam...

Roy

[Rabbitaway]

This is my view only.

Not even scraps off the table in the the way of some new liveries, when anything is announced crazy high price, really, are Bachmann interested at all in n gauge. Not convinced on the argument that the n gauge market is too small, the right models at the right price does create demand. Locos need to be at the £100 mark and two axle wagons £12 to £14, (once the retail discount is applied) other manufacturers seem to manage this OK, so why not Bachmann?

I have not bought any new Farish items for years, only items being sold by box shifters that are heavily discounted when Farish cannot sell these due to initial over pricing or miss judged demand.

[Dr Al]

Large logo 37 only ever available in an expensive set with some unnecessary plastic tat or in a DCC fitted set.

Untrue. Bachmann have done 4 examples:

37558 (Vulcan set)
37418 (DCC set)
37407 (general release)
37027 (limited run for TMC)

So actually this is a very well catered for livery, through a range of releases. One has been easily able to source models split from sets also - I've bought one in the last month!

Cheers,
Alan

So actually 1 general release then if you don't want the extras.

Indeed. Though the 37418s are ten-a-penny right now - I've seen 4 for sale in the last month, all at reasonable prices. Remove and sell on the DCC decoder if you so wish.

I think it's unfair to criticise Bachmann on this livery when 4 separate models have been released over the years - some liveries have never been done!

Cheers,
Alan

[Dr Al]

I just hope the "exciting news" for Q3 isn't hype, it helps nobody (especially not Bachmann) to build up expectations with words like that, only for the reality to be something different.

Surely a 94xx - given Bachmann have just done it in OO - nothing relating to 50 years of Grafar would be as relevant.

Cheers,
Alan

[gc4946]

Farish's forthcoming class 150/2 Northern version is now history!
https://www.kernowmodelrailcentre.com/p/63844/371-335-Graham-Farish-Class-150-2-2-Car-DMU-150275-Northern

Northern's logo changed last year https://twitter.com/Richard_rail/status/1270431599247724544?s=20