We are proud to present the iconic Quarry Hunslet as the launch locomotive for the new Bachmann Narrow Gauge NG7 Scale range. Depicting ‘Britomart’, built originally for the Pen-yr-Orsedd Quarry but now a popular member of the Ffestiniog Railway fleet, this new model builds on the success of its smaller, award-winning Bachmann Narrow Gauge OO9 scale cousin. The larger NG7 scale affords a higher level of detail, along with an enhanced technical specification which includes a Next18 DCC decoder socket, pre-fitted speaker and firebox lighting system – which comes into full effect when the hinged firebox door is posed in the open position.
With a diecast metal chassis and gearbox, coupled with a precision moulded plastic bodyshell, cylinder block, frames and footplate, the 0-4-0ST wheel formation is faithfully modelled, with authentically profiled wheels running in metal bearings which ensures smooth running. A wealth of separately fitted detail parts complete the model, including handrails, valves, springs, brake shoes and cab controls. All of this is finished with a high-fidelity livery application, using the latest techniques to capture every aspect of the prototype’s decoration. Coupling solutions provided with this new NG7 model include two types of chopper coupling and the hook and loop type used on Bachmann Narrow Gauge OO9 scale models – all of which attach via the NEM coupling pockets.
MODEL FEATURES:
- Bachmann Narrow Gauge NG7 Scale
- Era 6
- Pristine Lined Blue livery
- Named ‘Britomart’
- Etched Name Plates and Works Plates included
- Equipped with a Next18 DCC Decoder Socket – Recommend Decoder item No. 36-567A
- Length 84mm
DETAIL VARIATIONS SPECIFIC TO THIS MODEL
- Enclosed Cab
- Piston Access Holes in front Bufferbeam
- Vacuum-Brakes Fitted
- Angled Frames
- Tall Chimney
- Riveted Water Tank
- Backhead Injectors
- Ramsbottom Safety Valves
- Twin Smokebox-mounted Lubricators
- Blower supply fitted to right hand side of locomotive
- Cab-front-mounted Whistle
- Lamp Brackets fitted
- Optional Toolbox
BACHMANN NARROW GAUGE NG7 QUARRY HUNSLET SPECIFICATION
MECHANISM:
- Coreless motor
- Electrical pickup from all wheels
- Separate metal bearings fitted to each axle
- Diecast metal chassis block
- Diecast metal gearbox, with gearing arranged for prototypical running speeds and haulage capabilities
- 16.5mm (NG7/O-16.5 narrow gauge) wheels to NEM310 & NEM311 standards with authentic profile and detailing
- Detachable coupling pockets to NEM362 standards fitted at each end, into which a standard NG7 coupling is fitted (alternative couplings provided for optional fitting)
- Designed to operate on curves of first radius (371mm) or greater
DETAILING:
- Precision moulded plastic bodyshell, cylinder block, frames and footplate
- Authentic outside-framed running gear with valve gear constructed completely from metal components
- Highly detailed and decorated cab interior including separately fitted regulator, reverser lever, handbrake and gauge frames, and hinged firebox door which can be posed open/closed
- Separately applied details including reverser, injectors, handrails, smokebox dart, whistle, brake blocks, springs, and tool brackets & Lamp Irons (where applicable)
- Each model supplied with a set of authentically decorated etched name plates and works plates
- Each model supplied with an accessory pack including alternative couplings, bufferbeam filler plates and fire tools
LIGHTING:
- Firebox Glow (on analogue) / Firebox Glow & Flicker (on DCC or when SOUND FITTED models are used on analogue)
DCC:
- Next18 DCC decoder interface
SOUND:
- Speaker installed in all models for optimum sound reproduction
- Zimo MS590N18 DCC Sound Decoder fitted to SOUND FITTED versions
- Sound files produced specifically for the Bachmann Narrow Gauge Quarry Hunslet using recordings from real locomotives
- SOUND FITTED models operate on DCC and Analogue control as supplied
LIVERY APPLICATION:
- Authentic liveries applied to all models
- Multiple paint applications employed on each model
- Logos, numerals and text added as appropriate using multi-stage tampo printing incorporating authentic typefaces, logos and colours