As the 'founder' of The '7mm Narrow Gauge Association', I would like to say a huge thank you to Bachmann. We have waited 45 years for a range of ready-to-run more 'generic' small narrow gauge models in O-16.5. THIS is what I hoped for way back then ans it has taken an inordinately long time. "Thank You", Bachmann....Don Mason, Nottingham.
Hi @DonMason-xh5rv, we've been blown away by the reaction from the 7mm Narrow Gauge Association to our news. Thank you so much for your efforts all those years ago and we are very pleased to be providing you with the models you've long be hoping for! Not long to wait now! Many thanks
@@BachmannEuropeOfficial Well, I am not too far away from you, so if there is anything I can do to help, you only have to ask. I had a dream back then in 1979 when I kick-started the 7mmNGA and was beginning to think that I might not live to see it become a reality. I tried to persuade the late Lee Riley of Bachmann USA way back when - but he was sadly taken away from us before it could happen.But thanks to Bachmann Europe.......
My father in law looks quite young on Holy War, having sneaked into the quarry to get his picture taken on it! It's fortunate that he's taken so much footage over the past 60 years.
It would be great if Bachmann brought out some carriages in NG7 of the design used on the Launceston Steam Railway in Cornwall - they would go very nicely with the Hunslet Quarry locos!
Superb presentation chaps. I’m already into 009 and reckon I’ll stick with that but will love seeing these in the cabinet and exhibitions! Just need a double fairlie in this scale and a Garratt for 009 😉
Bachmann USA needs to step up their game. The Europe division seems to be setting new precedents for ranges and models that us here in the states are missing out on. Bravo!
We have the WW1 2-6-2 that is wrong in every way but it would be really good if Bachmann would bring out the WW1 4-6-0, then I could sell my 009 stuff and Model what i really want.
Now if theres a bug box coach on the way theres loads of liveries you can look at, wonder what coach will be first. Was never planning on ever doing 7mm but now I am seriously tempted, these are fabulous.
The flourishing 7mm Narrow Gauge Society is worth investigating if you want to know more. Tighter curves are than 00, so useful for small spaces. Peco have a range of rolling stock kits, and track. There are also many specialist suppliers. O gauge scenery with 00 gauge track. A match made in heaven!
Added Margaret and Alice as well as an additional purchase of the shed, coal store, and water tower plus two more crew figures, a pack of slate, and a couple more waggons. I do not intend to miss out on a Quarry Hunslet this time 😅 😅.
Very neat presentation in many ways. Looks like this could be a smart move by Bachmann: for the older amongst us who become less nimble over time we could convert our layouts to NG7 without needing to replace all the track, perhaps? Will the sound option include the three speech pieces in North Wales accent Welsh for a truly authentic experience?
Irish Mail is now at the West Lancs Railway and it was the members there, who rescued Alice from the upper terraces of the quarry. Quite an achievement, it was lowered down the inclines, using the original drum mechanisms, which were still in place - wouldn't pass H&S now !
Excellent for small stand alone layouts and will hopefully support the lionheart O-16.5mm and to add some interest to a standard gauge O layout. I'm ;looking forward to these.
great video really like the vintage film in the beginning i have been a model rr from the the age of 7 and like hon30 representing Maine two foot but i have but i have come to like the 009 and more now leaning towards a bookshelf rr in this scale at the age of 58 much better on the eyes ,Bachmann has some really nice items now cheers from across the pond!
Hi @azuma892, that's correct and the OO9 coupling comes in the accessory pack with each NG7 Quarry Hunslet. We've also developed a 'Chopper' coupling like those used on real Narrow Gauge railways for a more authentic, functional coupling solution. Many thanks
I have a vast fleet of 00, and some 009 to match. A TT;120 layout under construction for an exhibition in a couple of months, with stock being acquired for a period around 1980. A small amount of N which I rarely use. And reasonable amount of 0, set in the west country. I must not be coerced into NG7... (Was already considering modelling Darent of the HKWR in 0-16.5...)
The only criticism I have is that the voices in the sound system should be in Welsh, as most of the quarrymen knew little or no English (and when they speak it, they did with that lovely sing-song accent). Otherwise, congratulations on the lovely locos.
Hi saw your new NG7 scale at statfold Barn Railway model railway show and was wondering if you were also planning to do passenger coaches at a later stage what the prices were going to be for the NG7 scale range please
Hi @marklewis-hh2bc, we are launching the NG7 range with the models featured in this video - the liveries, identities and prices for which will be announced on the 1st May as part of our Summer 2024 British Railway Announcements. As for future plans, we're excited to see how these first models are recieved, and then we can shape our future plans accordingly. Many thanks
Hi thanks am interested in the range can't wait to see what else you add to it like posable coal mine or more slate mine or quarry buildings or more narrow gauge locos in this scale
Will the whistle on the DCC sound versions be the same as played at 6:33? The function list says "Bell Whistle" but the audio is a Penrhyn 'Mainline' hooter.
How do your On30 2-6-2 Baldwin's compare to (hopefully) a future Ashover Light Railway 4-6-0 Baldwin? Sureley they'll be little and large unless you model the Ashover models in On30 instead of NG7. Starting a new scale just complicated things further when running stuff together. As it is, NG7 just sounds like a Nottingham postcode.
Hi @Mariazellerbahn, NG7 is a new name, not a new scale, our NG7 range is scaled to 1:43.5, the same as O scale and O-16.5. American On30 models are scaled at 1:48, so you can see that On30 and NG7/O/O-16.5 are modelled to different scales. Many thanks
They look absolutely brilliant, and I will be building my second O-16.5 layout for them. Now how about a Bagnall 0-4-0 as a second loco? th-cam.com/users/shortsgBgZ9RtPwpo
Got some more criticism that you don’t like here, Bachmann: Why try and get involved in another scale, after your customers have already invested in your 009 range? At no point am I going to buy them all over again, but in a larger scale. This makes as much sense as TT:120 to me.
Have Bachmann invented some sort of witchcraft which make your OO9 models stop working as a result of this announcement? Didn’t think so, so what on earth has this announcement got to do with OO9 modellers, just enjoy what you’ve got and let anyone wanting to try NG7 enjoy that, it is a hobby after all
@@TrainsandPlanes123 I look forward to your comments when this gauge gets abandoned and releases stop coming, because they’ve moved onto Z gauge or something stupid in a few years. When you’ve already invested in something, it’s irritating when further releases are limited, but the manufacturer starts messing around with similar products in all new gauges, for an even more niche market.
As the 'founder' of The '7mm Narrow Gauge Association', I would like to say a huge thank you to Bachmann. We have waited 45 years for a range of ready-to-run more 'generic' small narrow gauge models in O-16.5. THIS is what I hoped for way back then ans it has taken an inordinately long time. "Thank You", Bachmann....Don Mason, Nottingham.
They must have known about you Don and given the range a Nottingham postcode as its name in your honour!
Hi @DonMason-xh5rv, we've been blown away by the reaction from the 7mm Narrow Gauge Association to our news. Thank you so much for your efforts all those years ago and we are very pleased to be providing you with the models you've long be hoping for! Not long to wait now! Many thanks
@@BachmannEuropeOfficial Well, I am not too far away from you, so if there is anything I can do to help, you only have to ask. I had a dream back then in 1979 when I kick-started the 7mmNGA and was beginning to think that I might not live to see it become a reality. I tried to persuade the late Lee Riley of Bachmann USA way back when - but he was sadly taken away from us before it could happen.But thanks to Bachmann Europe.......
Well done to Bachmann using their experience of their 009 models to now assist the 7mm market crying out for more ready to run equipment.
My father in law looks quite young on Holy War, having sneaked into the quarry to get his picture taken on it! It's fortunate that he's taken so much footage over the past 60 years.
It would be great if Bachmann brought out some carriages in NG7 of the design used on the Launceston Steam Railway in Cornwall - they would go very nicely with the Hunslet Quarry locos!
Superb presentation chaps. I’m already into 009 and reckon I’ll stick with that but will love seeing these in the cabinet and exhibitions! Just need a double fairlie in this scale and a Garratt for 009 😉
Bachmann USA needs to step up their game. The Europe division seems to be setting new precedents for ranges and models that us here in the states are missing out on. Bravo!
We have the WW1 2-6-2 that is wrong in every way but it would be really good if Bachmann would bring out the WW1 4-6-0, then I could sell my 009 stuff and Model what i really want.
Very interesting video. Thank you.
Beautiful! It's good to see so many variations on the theme...I hope they sell as well as they deserve.
Now if theres a bug box coach on the way theres loads of liveries you can look at, wonder what coach will be first. Was never planning on ever doing 7mm but now I am seriously tempted, these are fabulous.
The flourishing 7mm Narrow Gauge Society is worth investigating if you want to know more. Tighter curves are than 00, so useful for small spaces. Peco have a range of rolling stock kits, and track. There are also many specialist suppliers. O gauge scenery with 00 gauge track. A match made in heaven!
7mm Narrow Gauge Association - to be pedantic!!
It's May 1st, the liveries for the locos and waggons have been shown, and I've got some of the stuff on order as of this morning.
Added Margaret and Alice as well as an additional purchase of the shed, coal store, and water tower plus two more crew figures, a pack of slate, and a couple more waggons. I do not intend to miss out on a Quarry Hunslet this time 😅 😅.
Looks amazing! If you guys decide to make the famous talyllyn engines I may just be convinced to make a new layout
Well theres a thing. My OO layout may have to be a bit modified so I can run these beauties on it.
Very neat presentation in many ways. Looks like this could be a smart move by Bachmann: for the older amongst us who become less nimble over time we could convert our layouts to NG7 without needing to replace all the track, perhaps?
Will the sound option include the three speech pieces in North Wales accent Welsh for a truly authentic experience?
Irish Mail is now at the West Lancs Railway and it was the members there, who rescued Alice from the upper terraces of the quarry. Quite an achievement, it was lowered down the inclines, using the original drum mechanisms, which were still in place - wouldn't pass H&S now !
Great Video and yet another great product from Bachmann, as always leading the field in Model Railways!
Excellent for small stand alone layouts and will hopefully support the lionheart O-16.5mm and to add some interest to a standard gauge O layout. I'm ;looking forward to these.
That’s phenomenal. Top marks. Fantastic
Look really great. It would however be great if they were to either rerun the 009 quarry hunslets or some of the others in the quarry huntley range
Going to been narrow gauge. Would like to see a T3 in LSWR Green 563 at Swanage now in OO scale.
If I’m hearing it right, these locos can fit on 00 track ?
That’s right, the video shows the models on both OO track and O-16.5 which is the narrow gauge equivalent (different sleeper spacing and appearance)
O-16.5 runs on OO gauge track the same way that 009 can run on N gauge track
Love a Quarry Hunslet. Looks like I'm going to have to do a few overtime shifts 😂
As a big fan of the Quarry Hunslets, I’m tempted
Hope the coreless motors on these locos will be realible...
I've just finished building a Wrightlines kit for an Alice. Will I get it painted before the RTR version arrives? - I wonder!
great video really like the vintage film in the beginning i have been a model rr from the the age of 7 and like hon30 representing Maine two foot but i have but i have come to like the 009 and more now leaning towards a bookshelf rr in this scale at the age of 58 much better on the eyes ,Bachmann has some really nice items now cheers from across the pond!
Is the OO9 style coupling the European HO style ones Bachmann uses for some of their OO DMUs?
Hi @azuma892, that's correct and the OO9 coupling comes in the accessory pack with each NG7 Quarry Hunslet. We've also developed a 'Chopper' coupling like those used on real Narrow Gauge railways for a more authentic, functional coupling solution. Many thanks
Uh oh... this range might end up being my gateway drug for 7mm
I have a vast fleet of 00, and some 009 to match. A TT;120 layout under construction for an exhibition in a couple of months, with stock being acquired for a period around 1980. A small amount of N which I rarely use. And reasonable amount of 0, set in the west country.
I must not be coerced into NG7...
(Was already considering modelling Darent of the HKWR in 0-16.5...)
The only criticism I have is that the voices in the sound system should be in Welsh, as most of the quarrymen knew little or no English (and when they speak it, they did with that lovely sing-song accent). Otherwise, congratulations on the lovely locos.
Hi saw your new NG7 scale at statfold Barn Railway model railway show and was wondering if you were also planning to do passenger coaches at a later stage what the prices were going to be for the NG7 scale range please
Hi @marklewis-hh2bc, we are launching the NG7 range with the models featured in this video - the liveries, identities and prices for which will be announced on the 1st May as part of our Summer 2024 British Railway Announcements. As for future plans, we're excited to see how these first models are recieved, and then we can shape our future plans accordingly. Many thanks
Hi thanks am interested in the range can't wait to see what else you add to it like posable coal mine or more slate mine or quarry buildings or more narrow gauge locos in this scale
Will the whistle on the DCC sound versions be the same as played at 6:33? The function list says "Bell Whistle" but the audio is a Penrhyn 'Mainline' hooter.
It's finally happening. 🤩
How do your On30 2-6-2 Baldwin's compare to (hopefully) a future Ashover Light Railway 4-6-0 Baldwin? Sureley they'll be little and large unless you model the Ashover models in On30 instead of NG7.
Starting a new scale just complicated things further when running stuff together.
As it is, NG7 just sounds like a Nottingham postcode.
7mm NG has existed for ages. This isn't starting a new scale - just capitalizing on it.
Hi @Mariazellerbahn, NG7 is a new name, not a new scale, our NG7 range is scaled to 1:43.5, the same as O scale and O-16.5. American On30 models are scaled at 1:48, so you can see that On30 and NG7/O/O-16.5 are modelled to different scales. Many thanks
Well, that’s one way to get Bachmann to make some new steam locomotives that run on 00 guage track
I was hoping for a 009 garret…. Oh well may be next time.😢
Me too, that would be amazing
Talking of couplings, no chance of a E-Z mate in the box so they can be used with Bachmann USA On30 products?
As they have NEM you can get your favourite Kadee etc to plug in.
The locos quote NEM362 coupling pockets, so hopefully Kadee 17,18,19 or 20 should fit.
Great to see, HMMM Price tag throw. But, it be nice to have some South African Railway stuff. Or even a Rail Lister and some coffee pots.
and for passenger carriages?
Will the Pen-yr-Orsedd variants come with the very closely-spaced dumb buffers (similar to Dorothea)?
Ooooh, can we have Linda, Blanche and the double Fairlies in this scale?
Someone is a big excited! I’m still waiting for a 009 Russell
They look absolutely brilliant, and I will be building my second O-16.5 layout for them. Now how about a Bagnall 0-4-0 as a second loco? th-cam.com/users/shortsgBgZ9RtPwpo
Yeah green banner so not Branchline
Who cares about branch line. This is the future.
@fatwalletboy2, good point, did you notice it was a different shade of green though! 😉
I’m still waiting and hoping for BR Standard 3MT 2-6-0s from Bachmann or anybody… Am I alone?
T3!!!
Hmm…., NGG16?
That would be nice
Our prayers have been answered!
Impressed with the couplings too.
Agree, need some SAR models. Only thing in my mind is the price tag of these Hunslet a throw.
Darjeeling Himalayan RailwayB class
Yes, this, THIS!
This is fantastic news, except for my wallet and floorspace.....
Obviously there is a market for this? But for me, it's a hard pass. Thanks for decent OO coaches units etc but this no.
We've been eagerly awaiting some british RTR O narrow gauge for a long time so yes, absolutely a market!
NG7 is such a stupid name for the range, just call it O-16.5 like everone else as then you don't get mixed up with a nottingham postcode
@flyingtardisOfficial, at least it saves any confusion as to whether it's O or 0!
I fell asleep before this even started!!!
Got some more criticism that you don’t like here, Bachmann:
Why try and get involved in another scale, after your customers have already invested in your 009 range? At no point am I going to buy them all over again, but in a larger scale. This makes as much sense as TT:120 to me.
fingers & pies
...but 7mm narrow gauge has existed for longer than British TT:120. There is already an existing market.
Us O scale modellers have been waiting for some RTR for a long time! No-one's forcing you to convert!
Have Bachmann invented some sort of witchcraft which make your OO9 models stop working as a result of this announcement? Didn’t think so, so what on earth has this announcement got to do with OO9 modellers, just enjoy what you’ve got and let anyone wanting to try NG7 enjoy that, it is a hobby after all
@@TrainsandPlanes123 I look forward to your comments when this gauge gets abandoned and releases stop coming, because they’ve moved onto Z gauge or something stupid in a few years. When you’ve already invested in something, it’s irritating when further releases are limited, but the manufacturer starts messing around with similar products in all new gauges, for an even more niche market.