Accurascale issues update on new GWR/BR Pannier tanks

Since then, Accurascale has moved swiftly from tooling samples to painted samples, which were shown in the Autumn. 

However, it was not until Accurascale put some colour on the panniers that it was noted that a couple of details were not quite right. These were identified and discussed at length on RMWeb, where several experts provided assistance to help with a couple of detail corrections.

It was also noted that the straps on the smokebox door were too close together and that the dome was slightly angled and not vertical at the sides. Accurascale discussed the latter with the factory, and it was confirmed that this was to assist with mould release, a part of the manufacturing process to help the part release from the injection moulding machine correctly. However, Accurascale felt it stuck out too much, so went back to the factory and came up with a solution. 

Accurascale has since received a sample showcasing these improvements and commended the factory for its efforts.

Accurascale said, “These delays can be frustrating for customers, and have massive financial implications for manufacturers as it means waiting even longer to recoup your return on investment. And this investment is huge, indeed without much change from half a million quid. You can see why some models proceed without errors being corrected as a result.”

“However, detail issues and mistakes can be even more frustrating for modellers, and we know our customers would rather the best pannier they can have, rather than the quickest. After all, it will be in your collection and in service on your layout for many years to come, you want it to be right. Right?”

Originally slated for a March 2025 release date, these corrections mean the models will now arrive around late June of 2025.

Still available to pre-order now, the models are priced at £139.95 DC/DCC ready and £239.99 DCC sound fitted and available in the following liveries;

• 5700 Class - L94 - London Transport Maroon
• 5700 Class - L91 - London Transport Maroon
• 5700 Class - 7754 - NCB Green
• 5700 Class - 7714 - Early Emblem Black
• 8750 Class - 9681 - Late Crest Black
• 8750 Class - 8763 - Early Emblem Lined Black
• 8750 Class - 9741 - British Railways Green
• 5700 Class - 5741 - GWR Green
• 5700 Class - 7755 - Shirtbutton Green
• 6700 Class - 6743 - Great Western Green
• 5700 Class - 5754 - Great Western Green

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