New diecast model of the E400MMC

[Londonbuses54]

Feb 6, 2019 14:51:51 GMT wirewiper said:

Jan 30, 2019 20:46:41 GMT Londonbuses54 said:

Does anyone reckon mabye northcord will release a RATP E400H MMC? It has got to have one of my favourite moquette and I love the red trim

I wouldn't bet on it - London is already well represented in Northcord's E400 MMC range with Go-Ahead, Stagecoach, Abellio and Metroline examples either planned or already available. 

The detailing does not stretch as far as reproducing the pattern of the moquette. 

I know it doesn’t. I have a few already. I was just saying because it would be nice to have one haha. Ok thanks anyway. I have a Metroline one on pre order already

[rhys]

Northcord Models have made a press release about their latest upcoming model based on Abellio 2616 that operates on the 196! At least this time the model is carrying the correct destination [1] (despite the description stating "Newington Causeway" is it's southern terminus) 

"Northcord Model Company is pleased to announce the release of UKBUS6509, the third release of the long awaited 10.3 metre 2-door casting of this distinctive, modern, double-decker in the United Kingdom.

The third livery to be carried on the brand-new Alexander Dennis Enviro400H MMC model, is Abellio London with standard London red livery.

UKBUS6509 represents fleet number 2616 (SN18 KLJ) that has 10.3 metre, dual-door bodywork and was new to Abellio London in 2018. 2616 has a Euro6 hybrid driveline and the newly released model demonstrates the special cooling apertures that are appropriate to this hybrid bus. The model carries the roof fleet number ABL2616.


This bus is based at Abellio London’s Walworth Depot where it operates on busy route 196 which runs between Elephant & Castle and Newington Causeway.

The Alexander Dennis Enviro400H MMC UKBUS6509 is a one-piece casting whose clean lines accentuate the square-cornered, patented quick-release windows of the real bus and the livery application on which all logos and lettering are clearly legible. Another main feature on the UKBUS6509 model is its dual individual tree protectors at the front. The front dome on the model is significant, with curved windscreens on both upper deck and lower deck.

Northcord Model Company is also creating new design standards within the interior of both saloons. These features, inside the compartments, will represent the real, outstanding layout of the Enviro400H MMC, such as the additional ventilation equipment on the upper deck ceiling, and the extensive portrayal of handrails on upper deck and lower deck, etc.


The brand new Enviro400H MMC bus models will be distributed by John Ayrey Die-Casts Limited (UK), Porte Publishing Company (Japan), 80M Bus Model Shop and Concorde Hobby Shop (HK) respectively. The UKBUS6509 model is limited to 1200 pieces worldwide."


[1] in reference to UKBUS6003

[​galwhv69]

Mar 31, 2019 9:36:20 GMT rhys said:

This bus is based at Abellio London’s Walworth Depot where it operates on busy route 196 which runs between Elephant & Castle and Newington Causeway.

Shortest route ever lol!?
Is every 196 model jinxed or something as there are always errors

[M1104]

Mar 31, 2019 9:57:46 GMT ​galwhv69 said:

Mar 31, 2019 9:36:20 GMT rhys said:

This bus is based at Abellio London’s Walworth Depot where it operates on busy route 196 which runs between Elephant & Castle and Newington Causeway.

Shortest route ever lol!?
Is every 196 model jinxed or something as there are always errors

Imagine the number of rounders drivers would have to do. ;D interesting as the 196 will now have two modelled variants[1] of the E400 from two different companies.


[1] - old bodied E40D and MMC E40H

[Nathan]

Where can one buy these models?

[YY13VKP]

Mar 31, 2019 10:39:33 GMT Nathan said:

Where can one buy these models?

From any model shop that sells them such as TTCDiecast. You may also be able to get them in the LT Museum shop 

[M1104]

Mar 31, 2019 10:39:33 GMT Nathan said:

Where can one buy these models?

In the past I've often referred to this site

www.britishmodelbuses.com/


EDIT: can also check out Ebay and Amazon by typing in the model code, especially if looking for ones that's been available for a good while.

[vjaska]

Mar 31, 2019 10:39:33 GMT Nathan said:

Where can one buy these models?

Bus events usually have stalls that sell them along with secondhand models

[twobellstogo]

Mar 31, 2019 12:26:08 GMT YY13VKP said:

Mar 31, 2019 10:39:33 GMT Nathan said:

Where can one buy these models?

From any model shop that sells them such as TTCDiecast. You may also be able to get them in the LT Museum shop 

Within the London area, Invicta Model Rail in Sidcup (near the station) has a huge range of bus models including Northcord.

[​galwhv69]

Apr 1, 2019 7:45:39 GMT twobellstogo said:

Mar 31, 2019 12:26:08 GMT YY13VKP said:

From any model shop that sells them such as TTCDiecast. You may also be able to get them in the LT Museum shop 

Within the London area, Invicta Model Rail in Sidcup (near the station) has a huge range of bus models including Northcord.

Janes Trains in Tooting(opposite the big LIDL)Also has bus models - There was a nice Metrobus Dart in the window last time I went past

[M1104]

Apr 1, 2019 8:46:48 GMT ​galwhv69 said:

Apr 1, 2019 7:45:39 GMT twobellstogo said:

Within the London area, Invicta Model Rail in Sidcup (near the station) has a huge range of bus models including Northcord.

Janes Trains in Tooting(opposite the big LIDL)Also has bus models - There was a nice Metrobus Dart in the window last time I went past

I remember noticing that shop a good while back. Must venture in there some time for some of the older models.

Do you happen to know if they sell bus depot cut-outs that one can assemble up? I've got an old desk that I was going to throw away but will turn the surface of that into a model bus depot for my collections.

[​galwhv69]

Apr 1, 2019 8:54:51 GMT M1104 said:

Apr 1, 2019 8:46:48 GMT ​galwhv69 said:

Janes Trains in Tooting(opposite the big LIDL)Also has bus models - There was a nice Metrobus Dart in the window last time I went past

I remember noticing that shop a good while back. Must venture in there some time for some of the older models.

Do you happen to know if they sell bus depot cut-outs that one can assemble up? I've got an old desk that I was going to throw away but will turn the surface of that into a model bus depot for my collections.

Nice shop,little but comfy
Sorry,have no idea if they have them but I'll try and find out (live a few minutes away)

[YY13VKP]

Some news coming out of Northcord this morning, posted on the British Model Buses Facebook page:

NORTHCORD MODEL COMPANY- PRESS RELEASE - NEW CASTING
UKBUS6800 ADL Enviro400City on the Trident 2 & BYD Chassis
Northcord Model Company is now pleased to announce that the company has successfully concluded its licensing negotiations with Alexander Dennis Limited (ADL) and has been authorised to model the Enviro400 “City” body based on both the Dennis Trident 2 chassis and the BYD chassis, the latter named as the Enviro400EV.
Northcord Model Company had developed the ADL Enviro400MMC models (UKBUS6500 series) since January 2018, and during the two years since then, more than 15,000 units of UKBUS6500 bus models have been produced. All UKBUS6500 series models have gained excellent success and reputation worldwide, and especially in both the Hong Kong and UK markets.

The first production model of the brand-new casting should be available in the United Kingdom by the end of the fourth quarter in 2020. As the Enviro400City is developed from the former Enviro400 series, Northcord Model Company will put the new products into a new sub-series categorised UKBUS6800 et seq, as a continuation from the current UKBUS6500 model range, and the UKBUS6000 range before that. The collectors will therefore recognise these models as the follow up version within the ADL Enviro400 double deck bus family.
The newly developed comprehensive casting will initially include the following versions of Britain’s best-selling double-deck buses:
1. 10.8 metre 1 & 2 door BYD-chassised Enviro400 City
2. 10.9 metre 1 & 2 door Enviro400 City Trident 2-chassised to follow as a continuation of the previous Enviro400 MMC Licence Agreement.

Northcord Model Company will make an announcement in detail about planned liveries and model dimensions nearer to its launch date. The range will be expanded with the shorter versions of each type in due course.
NMC is currently engaged in researching and negotiating licensing with Scania for the possibility of utilising the Trident 2 Enviro400City body as the basis for a Scania N280UD derivation that will, of course, be listed within the UKBUS00xx range due to the different wheelbase and front and rear overhang dimensions compared to the Trident 2 variant. Whilst the metal parts of the body will be those of the Trident 2, the glazing will be to the discrete design as applied to the Scania. These buses are being taken by a number of high profile fleets such as Nottingham, in its variety of route branding colours, and various First fleets, and production of all NMC models is subject to end user agreement, of course.

NB : As a footnote to the previously advised plans and dates for 2020 model releases, NMC wishes to advise retailers and collectors that, due to some severe travel restrictions to and within Mainland China in order to attempt to slow down the spread of the Coronavirus, the factory will not resume manufacture for at least a further week following the traditional LNY holiday period. This will have a knock-on effect, delaying when the models will be released following production.
Northcord Model Company (NMC)
------The World’s Miniature Bus Co.

Great to see the Enviro400 City being produced but no word on if the Enviro200 MMC is going to get produced anytime soon 

[Pilot]

Too bad, quite few variations of double deck yet not one single deck...keep on waiting.

[wirewiper]

That's good to hear about the E400 City coming out.

I look forward to finding out which operators and routes they plan to feature so I can place my order