The first examples of the new Bachmann class 37/4 models have hit retailers' shelves, here are some images including comparisons with the ViTrains model.
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John.
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16 years ago
New Bachmann 37/4 diesel loco model
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16 years ago
Bachmann one is 37/6 so bound to be some differences but they are both refurbished examples I'll grant you. The biggest difference I can see is the buffers on first impressions.
Chris
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16 years ago
The first thing I noticed was the "chunkiness" of the top-of-bonnet doors on the ViTrains version. The cab windows look a little different, too. As you say, there *should* also be some detail differences.
PhilD
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16 years ago
"Chris" wrote
The most significant differences to my untutored eye is in the cab front windows and the bonnet shape when looking head-on. There also seems to be a fair bit more detail on the Bachmann model.
John.
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16 years ago
Just out of interest John, have the ViTrains models been selling well since their release?
ROB
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16 years ago
So no one else noticed the roof fan on the Bachmann is twice the size of the one in the ViTrain?
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"kim" wrote
Yes I noticed that, but I couldn't state with any degree of certainly that there could not be such differences on different examples of the prototype - also not something noticeable from normal eye level viewing angle or indeed if the thing is revolving at speed.
John.
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"Robert Flint" wrote
I wouldn't say they had sold well, but we have sold some.
John.
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16 years ago
"John Turner" wrote
I forgot to mention all-wheel drive & pick-up and no traction tyres. Really good running qualities.
John.