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MARCH2012BULLETIN
7/8ths SCALE QUARRY HUNSLET
Despite the fact that we only announced this model at the start of February we had already pre-sold the entire first batch by the beginning of March! Clearly there is an un-tapped market for ready to run 7/8ths scale live steam locos which is yours for the taking! We were lucky enough to be at Boston Lodge Works on the Ffestiniog Railway when they steamed ‘Hugh Napier’ for the first time and this enabled Ian to record many of the small details of the Large Quarry Hunslet that we plan to produce. The model will be gas-fired and be fitted with a water top up valve, water check valve, miniature pressure gauge and have cylinders pre-drilled, tapped and plugged for DJB’s automatic drain cocks; constructed of stainless steel and etched brass, the loco will have an enhanced level of detail made possible by this scale and be gauge-adjustable between 45mm and 32mm gauges. Everyone seems delighted that we are aiming for a target price of just £850.00!
Ian familiarises himself with the finer details of ‘Hugh Napier’ at Boston Lodge
‘LYD’
You may have seen that we are running a limited edition of ‘Lyd’ to raise funds for the prototype loco. Some of you have enquired about purchasing this model, which you are more than welcome to do, but we must emphasise that this is a joint project with the Ffestiniog Railway and there is no dealer discount available on the exclusive price (£1550.00), all profits going towards the final construction and running costs of the full-size ‘Lyd’. The close cooperation between Accucraft (UK) and the Ffestiniog Railway is already yielding benefits for both companies and we hope to enjoy the railway’s help with future designs. We are happy to talk to anyone about running bespoke batches of models, whether they are new designs or variations of one of our existing models – this is a great way to enhance your retail profit and increase your margins.
D&RGW C-25 #375
We now have the first image of the pre-production model of Denver & Rio Grande Western #375, the “Baby Mudhen” as it was known by engineers on that line. Built in 1903, No. 375 started life as Crystal River RR #432 before being absorbed and rebuilt by the D&RGW in 1916. Although the loco was unique on that railroad, the class was a standard Baldwin design and as such was supplied to many other 3′ and metre gauge railways around the world, so it would be ideal for any freelance short line. The model carries a UK RRP of £3430.00 for the live steam version and £2850.00 for the electric model, available for pre-order through your local retailer. You can see more of the live steam locohereand the electric versionhere.
SPRING SALE!
The Spring Sale continues – why not take advantage of these great discounts? The deal includes ‘Leader’ and the Isle of Man bogie coaches and the live steam ‘Caledonia’ which ought to give you some great opportunities for you to tempt your customers with ‘mix & match’ deals. We are knocking a whopping 20% off the IoM ‘Pairs’ coaches and can offer the following at a bargain rate:
ItemOld RRPNew RRP
R19-15 IoM ‘Pairs’ coach – Brake Composite (x2) £326.00 £260.00
R19-16 IoM ‘Pairs’ coach – All Third (x2) £326.00 £260.00
R19-17 IoM ‘Pairs’ coach – Composite (x2) £326.00 £260.00
S20-4 IoM ‘Caledonia’ Live steam 0-6-0T Blue £1175.00 £1095.00
S20-6 IoM ‘Caledonia’ Live steam 0-6-0T Indian Red £1175.00 £1095.00
S19-13‘Leader’ Live steam 0-4-2ST Maroon £710.00 £625.00
S19-14 ‘Leader’ Live steam 0-4-2ST Light Green £710.00 £625.00
S19-16 ‘Leader’ Live steam 0-4-2ST Black £710.00 £625.00
Why not use these terrific prices to encourage your customers back into the garden this spring?
IT’S SHOWTIME AGAIN!
Firstly on Saturday March 17th and Sunday the 18th there is the Midlands Garden Railway Show at the Warwickshire Exhibition Centre on the Fosse Way. We’ll be attending this large scale model railway show and look forward to seeing you there – more details can be foundhere. Then at the end of the month there is the annual 16mm Scale Association National Garden Railway Show at Peterborough; running for one day on the Saturday 31st March, we’ll be attending and awarding prizes for the Accucraft power unit competition at 11.00am. More details of the 16mm show can be foundhere.
FUTURE DELIVERY SCHEDULE
Please note the “red” alerts are batches that have been largely pre-sold – don’t miss out this time!
WD Baldwin – NOW IN STOCK (32mm Gauge S/O)
6’ Euro Track – NOW IN STOCK
Baguley Drewery Diesel – March 2012
Peveril (electric) – April2012
Peveril (live steam) – May 2012
Ragleth – June
L&B Coaches (3rd Class & Brake) – May 2012
L&B Coaches (Compo & Obs) – 3rd Quarter 2012
Lew (live steam) – (1st Batch, sold out) June 2012
L&B Bogie Brake Van – 3rd Quarter 2012
L&B Bogie Goods Wagon – 3rd Quarter 2012
I O M 4 Wheel Coaches – August
W&L Cattle Van – 2012
W&L Open Wagons (incl. ‘Peate’ wagons) - 2012
1:32 A3 ‘Flying Scotsman’ Live Steam – 2012
1:32 LSWR/SR/BR B4 0-4-0T Live Steam – 2012
Lew (live steam) – (2nd Batch) November 2012
Quarry Hunslet - TBA