Quote from: Awesometrain77 on August 13, 2025, 11:59:26 AMSo G scale has some hope for a new engine as I looked at the catalog recently and I noticed that LBSC Thomas is 91411 compared to Paxton who has the product number 91408 . Could this mean anything for G scale . The gap between has the potential to be filled.
Anyway the DCC set has still yet to release .

Here's hoping! Personally speaking, a Large Scale Edward would be a dream come true...

Quote from: Awesometrain77 on July 06, 2025, 02:38:34 PMAs for a make up release . I think a good idea would be to finally do a model era only character . Stepney and BoCo have been suggested for ages and I think now after this massive disappointment it would be a really good time to do them .
Stepney BoCo and Class 40 are the only Awdry created standard gauge characters that appear in the TVS that Bachmann has yet to make .

Class 40 is super obscure and only appears in 2 episodes but only really has a role in one of those .

If we ever finally get models of either Boco or Stepney, I can probably die happy! Both would be superb additions to the range and Bachmann can more or less be guaranteed FANTASTIC sales of one or both were to be made.

VERY excited to do so indeed! I recently acquired Skarloey and Rheneas (with Peter Sam on order as we speak) and they are honestly some of the very best Bachmann has to offer. Sir Handel's stories and overall character were always enjoyable to watch and the prospect of owning what undoubtedly will be another banger model and finally finishing off the "Four Little Engines" group is something I'm genuinely looking forward to!

Thought I'd make something for us to all share our thoughts on the silver tank engine. I'm personally really happy that Stanley's being made. I love The Great Discovery, the introduction and lore of Great Waterton and Stanley was also a nice addition too. While he may not have done much since his debut, I still think he's a solid character and I feel Bachmann will definitely do him justice. What do you all think?

Is there any news regarding the rerelease of Bachmann Salty? We haven't heard anything for a while and I was wondering if it's still going ahead?

Quote from: Chaz on January 22, 2023, 02:33:33 AMFigured I would post recent updates on my OO9 layout, a lot has changed:


I was able to add some more scenery like trees and bushes in addition to a lake which was by far the most tedious project on the layout by far.  Nonetheless I'm really happy with the result.

Chaz, this is incredible! Fantastic work man!

Quote from: JLK2707 on June 12, 2021, 09:49:28 AM
I think they should just do both.

Maybe. Though we have to take into account how much it costs to produce the toolings required.

Personally speaking, I'd love to see any classic characters made in the range and BoCo is no exception. The character is extremely popular among the fandom and the demand for a model of him is certainly there. Not to mention that by Boco being produced, you'd finally have all the engines that work on Edward's Branch Line (Edward, Boco, Bill & Ben). I'd buy BoCo in a heartbeat.

Now regarding Diesel 10. If I'm to be completely honest with you all, I'd like him to be made just as much as BoCo. Despite the undeniable fact that Thomas and the Magic Railroad is a massive flop with an extremely confusing and messy story, the film still has a special place in my heart. I adore the model work in the film, the characterisation of the engines, the soundtrack and the characters introduced the film (at least when it comes to the engines). I found Diesel 10 in particular to be throughly entertaining throughout and I'd honestly love to own a model of him. Of course, there would issues that would need addressing such as the claw, but I do believe there are ways to work around said issues.

In conclusion, I'd honestly be super happy should Boco or Diesel 10 end up being announced in the future. I like both characters equally (albeit for different reasons) and I'd no doubt buy a model of either engine in a heartbeat, regardless of price.

I would most definitely purchase a model of Smudger. I do believe Smudger would have received better results then a Yellow Rheneas and if Bachmann decided to release Smudger in the summer, I firmly believe that he'd still be met with great feedback and sell really well. Of course, these are just my personal thoughts.

Considering the fact that Bachmann is still working to release previous products like Daisy and Peter Sam, this is actually a really good line up. I didn't think we'd be getting any new toolings this year. Certainly a nice surprise.

Here's my predictions for the 2021 announcements:

HO Scale:
Another Engine Varient (Chocolate Crunch Percy, Tar Covered James, etc)
Reintroduced Red Express Coaches
Troublesome Truck 7

Narrow Gauge:
Brown Brakevan

N Scale:
Scruffy
Tidmouth Milk Tanker

Large Scale:
Paxton

That's really it from me. Unfortunately with the ongoing problem that is the coronavirus, I find it unlikely that there will be any new toolings like Stepney or Sir Handel. Fingers crossed that those two engines are made in the future. Despite some not particularly liking the Busy Bee James model, I feel the different engine varients can really sell well if done right. There's many that can be done such as a Silver Spencer or a Dirty Percy or even a Old Shape Henry one day. I also hope we get an update on Daisy and Peter Sam sooner rather then later. It would be great to see some pictures of them, even if they aren't painted yet.

Interesting points about Stepney you made Terence, all of which I agree with. In response to the questions you posted here are my thoughts:

1: Yes, I would most definitely buy a Bachmann Stepney.
2: Going off his popularity with Thomas Fans and Railway Enthusiasts alike, I see Stepney being extremely popular personally.
3: No, I don't believe there's another tank engine that would be a better suggestion then Stepney. I think this because of the character's popularity and simple yet charming tooling that wouldn't be too hard to make compared with other engines in the show.

I think the face in the above picture provided by thomasj219 would look best on the model. Bachmann tend to give the engines toothy grins, so this face seems likely if Stepney were to hopefully be released

Here's my thoughts.

The new set seems pretty cool in my opinion, I like the fact that the trucks now have loads and that a coal Hopper is included. I really am looking forward to the release of LBSC Thomas. It seems only fitting that this was made to commerate the 75th anniversary. The two brakevans for the narrow gauge range are products that I happily welcome. Really hoping they turn out more like the real life counterparts on the Talyllyn Railway once released. Nice to see James and Diesel joining the N Scale and G Scale ranges respectively, along with the new tankers. Finally, Busy Bee James. Honestly, I kinda like it. It is definitely gimmicky, but I still think it looks nice. I made a post on my twitter account a few days ago where I suggested Bachmann change the face expression to one of anger, shock or sadness as opposed to the usual smile on the model. I feel if they did change the expression, the model might more appealing to people as it would be acurrate to what James looked like in the original story.

Overall, I think the announcements this year have been great! What's everyone else's opinion on the new stuff?

Hey guys, hope all is well. Here's my hopes for the next announcements.

HO/00 Scale:

Stepney the Bluebell Engine (Hoping for this one the most)
Reintroduced Tar Tanker
Reintroduced Red Express Coaches

Narrow Gauge:

Sir Handel

N Scale:
Scruffy
Brakevan

G Scale:

Red Branchline Coaches

Fingers crossed that at least one of the things listed gets announced when the time comes.