Rapido Trains UK has received the first engineering prototype samples of its upcoming 16in Hunslet 0-6-0ST. The samples are being checked for any problems before the model goes into production and plans are in hand to record digital sound files from one of the operational locomotives. Seven versions are being offered and they can be pre-ordered now from the Rapido Trains UK website.
Meanwhile, Rapido UK has completed the design work for the GWR ‘15XX’ but, owing to tooling costs, the project has halted temporarily. The model will still be produced, but other products with lower manufacturing costs have taken precedence. Web: www.rapidotrains.co.uk