rob D2 Posted October 23, 2018 Share Posted October 23, 2018 It’s looking good. I’m slightly concerned they don’t seem to be making any “DB” ones, just “ DB Schenker “. Seeing as that is now defunct and there seem to be a lot more plain DB ones around that seems very amiss Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold big jim Posted November 11, 2018 RMweb Gold Share Posted November 11, 2018 It wasn't the lack of comments. It was the fact I think I was boring one of the posters on the page. I don't really do class 66s but thought It would be useful to have a picture in case hattons want to include it on a model. I noticed that 66727 has the same set up as well so it would be all the 66s from the first gbrf barbie livery batch. This is 66593 20180813_060724.jpg 20180813_060718_018.jpg 20180813_060724.jpg 20180813_060724_20180813093300181.jpg Found another 66 with a battery switch cabinet this morning! 66726 which is an ex ‘barbie’ 66 too so as you say it must be that batch which had them fitted 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PM47079 Posted November 11, 2018 Share Posted November 11, 2018 Excellent thats confirmed it for that batch then! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium MrTea Posted November 22, 2018 RMweb Premium Share Posted November 22, 2018 (edited) There’s a sneak preview of a test model running on the latest video from SDJR7F88: (About 6 mins in) It even shows the rotating axle boxes! Edited November 22, 2018 by MrTea 9 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SDJR7F88 Posted November 22, 2018 Share Posted November 22, 2018 There’s a sneak preview of a test model running on the latest video from SDJR7F88: https://youtu.be/sFvi7Ct-JS4 (About 6 mins in) It even shows the rotating axle boxes! Glad you found the video of interest! Got a little video just on the 66's coming soon, including the first hand painted sample of the Colas version.Here's a little taster... 10 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob D2 Posted November 22, 2018 Share Posted November 22, 2018 Rotating axle boxes..... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Hattons Dave Posted November 23, 2018 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted November 23, 2018 Hi all,Thanks to SamsTrains, SDJR7F88, New Junction, Everard Junction and the guys from the Model Railway YouTube Community Group who visited us this week and got a sneak preview of our upcoming Class 66 alongside other projects.For those of you who want to see the model in the flesh we'll have both hand-painted samples (Colas Rail and Freightliner) on display on our stand (A32) at Warley this weekend. The Colas Rail model will be fitted with a prototype version of our Class 66 sound project along with a Rail Rumble speaker. We've also got latest samples of all our projects on show so we'll look forward to seeing you over the weekend. Cheers, Dave 9 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Colin_McLeod Posted November 23, 2018 RMweb Gold Share Posted November 23, 2018 Please tell us more about this "Rail Rumble" speaker system. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Hattons Dave Posted November 23, 2018 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted November 23, 2018 Please tell us more about this "Rail Rumble" speaker system. Hi Colin, Please take a look at the Rail Rumble and Sure Sound thread where the main info (and more besides!) is covered. Cheers, Dave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SDJR7F88 Posted November 23, 2018 Share Posted November 23, 2018 A closer look at Hatton's Model Railways latest Project, the eagerly anticipated 00 Gauge Class 66. During a recent tour of their premise in Widnes, two of the latest working prototypes were being put through their paces on the Team own Test-Track. Both models (one in Colas Rail and the other in Freightliner Livery) have been hand painted, and are fitted with Hatton's very own "Sure Sound" Digital Sound and "Rail Rumble" Speakers. Also featured in this video is the latest test sample of the Network Rail, Rail Head Treatment Train, which are also currently under development. Hope you enjoy! 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
YesTor Posted November 23, 2018 Share Posted November 23, 2018 (edited) The sound seems very nice. I cannot help but notice that it doesn't look as though they have done anything to correct the cabside windows? They just look totally wrong. Unless of course these are both bodyshells from the initial EP samples? Edited November 23, 2018 by YesTor Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Endacott Posted November 23, 2018 Share Posted November 23, 2018 The windows need an etch. At least the detailing part manufacturers will still have something to do. Geoff Endacott Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
YesTor Posted November 23, 2018 Share Posted November 23, 2018 (edited) The windows need an etch. At least the detailing part manufacturers will still have something to do. Geoff Endacott Hmmm, potentially. Although surely easier to get 'em right in the first place while they still have chance. The windows on the Colas version still look horribly recessed and essentially the wrong shape. I guess we'll see. Edited November 23, 2018 by YesTor Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
'CHARD Posted November 23, 2018 Share Posted November 23, 2018 66502 has had a journey off the end of the layout by the look of it! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MRDBLUE17 Posted November 23, 2018 Share Posted November 23, 2018 These 66’s are shaping up very nicely and I’m looking forward to Bifs sounds for this, already the best 66 sounds and this version is going to be even better. All the best Mark Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRman Posted November 23, 2018 Share Posted November 23, 2018 They look and sound great so far, but what's with the headlights being on at both ends on both examples in the video? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
No Decorum Posted November 24, 2018 Share Posted November 24, 2018 They look and sound great so far, but what's with the headlights being on at both ends on both examples in the video? "Well done, Jones SRman! I wondered who would be the first to spot that.” Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
YesTor Posted November 25, 2018 Share Posted November 25, 2018 The sound seems very nice. I cannot help but notice that it doesn't look as though they have done anything to correct the cabside windows? They just look totally wrong. Unless of course these are both bodyshells from the initial EP samples? Update to my own post, and apparently this latest example is still from the first lot of samples, so with further revisions to follow. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRman Posted November 25, 2018 Share Posted November 25, 2018 The blurb on the details says that both styles of cabside windows are to be produced. Looking at these models, I would say they are not fully finished for some of the detailing. The side windows in the pics and videos seem to have a moulded vertical bar/divider which isn't painted on these samples. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Hattons Dave Posted November 26, 2018 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted November 26, 2018 Hi all, Thanks for everyone who paid our stand a visit at Warley.All samples of the Class 66 shown over the weekend (including the hand-painted samples in Colas Rail and Freightliner liveries) featured the initial first EP bodystyle for which amendments have been advised and incorporated, including the cab window area. We are expecting full decorated samples shortly which will incorporate these amendments and these will be showcased on here as soon as they are able to be. Regarding the lighting, the running model has not got the final PCB board fitted hence the incorrect light configuration showing. CheersDave 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Ian Hargrave Posted November 26, 2018 RMweb Gold Share Posted November 26, 2018 And you and your team Dave did a superb PR job too,Every customer who approached the Hattons stand....well at least when I was there yesterday was given a meet and greet welcome with informative demo and q&a.Thanks and well done.I found myself telling people I met to go see the Hattons displays.Your stock went up tenfold this weekend.Simple,intelligent and effective PR by young,personable and knowledgeable guys. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
classy52 Posted November 26, 2018 Share Posted November 26, 2018 I really hope Hatton's can be at the London Ally Pally exhibition next March, hopefully just in time to show off the glorious finished product. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir TophamHatt Posted November 27, 2018 Share Posted November 27, 2018 (edited) Just to say I really appreciate you coming and updating us. It's great to have a company rep actually interatcting with people instead of being some faceless monster like so many others. Edited November 27, 2018 by Sir TophamHatt Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Hattons Dave Posted November 27, 2018 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted November 27, 2018 Hi all,Thanks for the positive feedback. I've always been a regular Warley visitor personally but it was great to be there with the stand and to catch up in person with as many of you as possible. I really hope Hatton's can be at the London Ally Pally exhibition next March, hopefully just in time to show off the glorious finished product. So far we'll be attending the following shows in 2019 including Alexandra Palace: Model Rail Scotland, Glasgow - 22-24th Feb London Festival of Railway Modelling, Alexandra Palace - 23-24th March GCR Model Railway Event, Loughborough - 14-16th June (TBC) Guildex O Gauge, Telford - 31st Aug - 1st Sept Great Electric Train Show, Milton Keynes - 12-13th Oct Warley National Model Railway Exhibition, NEC - 23-24th November Cheers Dave 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogbox321 Posted November 27, 2018 Share Posted November 27, 2018 Hi all, Thanks for everyone who paid our stand a visit at Warley. All samples of the Class 66 shown over the weekend (including the hand-painted samples in Colas Rail and Freightliner liveries) featured the initial first EP bodystyle for which amendments have been advised and incorporated, including the cab window area. We are expecting full decorated samples shortly which will incorporate these amendments and these will be showcased on here as soon as they are able to be. Regarding the lighting, the running model has not got the final PCB board fitted hence the incorrect light configuration showing. Cheers Dave Hi - as per photo/video on post #467 - is the roof grille on the Class 66 going to be finer than that displayed on the Colas sample? Looks rather crude in that post. Thanks, Regards, C. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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