[34030 Watersmeet]

Just come across this topic - 1) it's stated that the Vi trains replacement chassis doesn't have traction tyres - does that mean that the complete Vitrains 37 locos do? (i'd rather they didn't)
2) Bachmann vs Vi trains - are bachmann better/worse detailed, how do te hbody shapes compare for accuracy, - how does the running of both compare esp. slow running?

Thanks for this, my only 37 is a Hornby one from 1970s and while its ringfield motor just purrs around the layout I could do with a better looking one..

cheers,

Bill

 

[34030 Watersmeet]

Thanks, gdaysydney for class 37 info. Sounds like the Bachmann one may be best, when the right livery comes along. Story behind this is that many years ago I commuted on a train that was pulled by either a 47, 37 or 31. I thought I should have models of these so bought an Airfix 31 (in late 70s for about a fiver) a Hornby 37 from Beatties (long gone) for £7.50 also in late 70s and finally a Lima class 47 in late 80s from Hadley Hobbies (also long gone) in Middlesex St near Liverpool station for £32.50. Think the Lima one was regarded as a good model in its day. Having seen new locos running at exhibitions, and now getting loft layout laid, I bought a Heljan 47 and Hornby 31 both superb runners - just a tad more expensive but worth it for the quality

So I now would like an appropriate 37 to make up the trio.

All the best

Bill