I didn't notice all of the test locomotives from manufacturers at all on the Saturday😂. There was however competition on running second hand locomotives and models at the show as the Branston and Hayden layout was running mainly second hand models.
KR models are really a really friendly team we were lucky enough to be opposite them at gaydon with my layout Rush Green colliery we got turns running most of there available samples. So amazing.
So what the heck, I'm just going to throw this out there: I agree wholeheartedly that the model train hobby is ultimately supposed to be "fun" above all else. I may not have a layout(yet, I have plenty of track for the floor and a camera to film train chase action scenes with my plastic army men), but I have a good story for the locomotives I own, simply put, the green federation(the good guys) and tan oligarchy(their leadership and military are the bad guys, but the people inwardly hope to be free) aren't just a military with tanks and jets, they have an economy they need to upkeep, and the greens in particular like their steam locomotives, they have modernized them to the Nth degree, things like battery packs in the tenders to help with electrical power to the coaches. I also plan to have the greens someday build a 4-8-6, which was going to be built in real life, but the end of steam came too soon. the 4-8-6 in question is supposed to have space age tech in it's boiler, allowing for ultra high pressure and greater power. At one point the 4-8-6 will stop a runaway train being pulled by a diesel hydraulic switcher, simply by chasing it down, coupling up behind it, and slamming on the brakes. On another note, the head of the green railway company and Alcroft locomotive works, Sir Roger Alcroft, is named partially after Britt Alcroft(who worked on the Thomas the tank engine series and Thomas and the Magic Railroad, both of which are a piece of my childhood), and is heavily based on Sir Topham hat, having a deep, upper class British accent, and being a tough but very forgiving boss to his employees, the biggest difference between roger and his inspiration is the fact that he successfully lost the weight.
Modular: First time I've seen a roof-less Tri-ang van on an exhibition layout! (Not sure I approve!!!) The graffiti'd coaches are very well executed, and I didn't appreciate what was written on them until you mentioned it, but they won't be appearing on any of my layouts. I hate this mindless graffiti (while wishing the obvious artistic talent was directed at something more appropriate) and my idealised world (my model railway) does not suffer vandalism, or litter, come to that! Loved Campbell's Quarry, and the (Hornby 4W) funicular, but too many other highlights to mention.
Great video, Lawrie. It would have been great to go and see the show myself. However, Storm Bert had other ideas, and regrettably, I couldn't go 😕. Absolutely gutted 😢
i didnt expect bournemouth west i use to live practically a stones throw from the site of bmth west always wanted to do a "what if" set in the near modern day in t guage with a rationalised layout disused platforms etc
As Lawrie said worse has happened to preserved carriages. In recent years many at preserved railways have been vandalised and suffered arson attacks by bored youths.
Thanks for featuring both of our LEGO layouts, and the kind words, Laurie!
Really loved it!
First time I had seen the Lego layout and I was amazed by it.
Have you made that new bridge yet? 😅
LEGO should really consider making these an official part if their range.
@RG-Models86 definitely
Great video! It was lovely meeting you there and thank you so much for filming the intro to my video with me!
No worries buddy
I like how the 00-Lawrie is driving the KR prototype. Very fitting! 7:55
We wondered if anyone would notice
Funny to see my mate from my local MRC chatting to you Lawrie. I couldn't be arsed to go so heyho.
Ah shame, you missed a good show!
I didn't notice all of the test locomotives from manufacturers at all on the Saturday😂.
There was however competition on running second hand locomotives and models at the show as the Branston and Hayden layout was running mainly second hand models.
Saturday we had the leader and the Gt3
Sunday was Bell, DHP1 and Gt3
lots of great train layouts !!
It was a really good show
I see you decided to cut out our manly interlude, probably for the best... 🤣Great video mate, there was a lot there I didn't get to see :)
I didn't see a lot of it either! Was watching the footage going I really wish I saw that
Well done Lawrie. looks as if you had a great time. caroline.
It was an amazing experience
Lawrie what a lovely well shot video. It was so much fun. You need a duck behind your loco…
Someone else suggested that
Lawrie and co need to visit Miniature Wonderland in Hamburg, Germany. It's honestly amazing.
I like this idea...
I really do
Brillant video, with many great layout.
Already got my O scale 48DS last week, but in the old factory lined green.
The wrong livery!
Does look smart though. I'm so proud to have been part of the project
Oh man the big Ole Leader is a must get when it comes out.
It's looking very promising
KR models are really a really friendly team we were lucky enough to be opposite them at gaydon with my layout Rush Green colliery we got turns running most of there available samples.
So amazing.
They're good guys
So what the heck, I'm just going to throw this out there: I agree wholeheartedly that the model train hobby is ultimately supposed to be "fun" above all else. I may not have a layout(yet, I have plenty of track for the floor and a camera to film train chase action scenes with my plastic army men), but I have a good story for the locomotives I own, simply put, the green federation(the good guys) and tan oligarchy(their leadership and military are the bad guys, but the people inwardly hope to be free) aren't just a military with tanks and jets, they have an economy they need to upkeep, and the greens in particular like their steam locomotives, they have modernized them to the Nth degree, things like battery packs in the tenders to help with electrical power to the coaches. I also plan to have the greens someday build a 4-8-6, which was going to be built in real life, but the end of steam came too soon. the 4-8-6 in question is supposed to have space age tech in it's boiler, allowing for ultra high pressure and greater power. At one point the 4-8-6 will stop a runaway train being pulled by a diesel hydraulic switcher, simply by chasing it down, coupling up behind it, and slamming on the brakes. On another note, the head of the green railway company and Alcroft locomotive works, Sir Roger Alcroft, is named partially after Britt Alcroft(who worked on the Thomas the tank engine series and Thomas and the Magic Railroad, both of which are a piece of my childhood), and is heavily based on Sir Topham hat, having a deep, upper class British accent, and being a tough but very forgiving boss to his employees, the biggest difference between roger and his inspiration is the fact that he successfully lost the weight.
1:08:00
I'm convinced LCut creative gets to like every show Lawrie goes to, do they stalk him 😂
Lcut do way more shows than I!
Modular: First time I've seen a roof-less Tri-ang van on an exhibition layout! (Not sure I approve!!!)
The graffiti'd coaches are very well executed, and I didn't appreciate what was written on them until you mentioned it, but they won't be appearing on any of my layouts. I hate this mindless graffiti (while wishing the obvious artistic talent was directed at something more appropriate) and my idealised world (my model railway) does not suffer vandalism, or litter, come to that!
Loved Campbell's Quarry, and the (Hornby 4W) funicular, but too many other highlights to mention.
thanks for the long vid, I'm gutted I couldn't make it. I hope you get chance to take the modular out next year
We've got quite a few offers!
Great video, Lawrie.
It would have been great to go and see the show myself. However, Storm Bert had other ideas, and regrettably, I couldn't go 😕.
Absolutely gutted 😢
I suspect a lot of people are in the same boat
I like the graffiti on the coaches 🤩
We're really impressed by it
Good to see at least some modelers have all their ducks in a row 😂
great vid on tra\in show thanks four share on channel thanks lee
Thank you very much.
i didnt expect bournemouth west
i use to live practically a stones throw from the site of bmth west always wanted to do a "what if" set in the near modern day in t guage with a rationalised layout disused platforms etc
Oh that would be a good project
Shame they don't sell the unpainted ones.
Something something... Hi. 1st.
Good job!
5:25 graffiti on a preserved LNER coach just makes me sad. I hope it's not realistic and I *don't* want to be told if it is!
Worst things have happened on preserved railways sadly
As Lawrie said worse has happened to preserved carriages. In recent years many at preserved railways have been vandalised and suffered arson attacks by bored youths.