From day one of starting Cavalex, we have set out to produce the most detailed models we can through innovation and a taking different approach to traditional manufacturing techniques. The PHA/JGA bogie hopper wagon is no different, having a wealth of detail on the underframe. Our first Engineering Prototype sample really shows how this detail has been replicated on our model just like the real thing - come and see the samples for yourself over the weekend at the Great Electric Train Show!
Photo courtesy Phil Grain
The first Engineering Prototype samples of our PHA/JGA bogie hopper wagons have arrived and these will be on display at The Great Electric Train Show this weekend. If you are attending the show then please visit our stand to view the samples and say hello.
Cavalex Model’s are pleased to announce DCR 56091 “Driver Wayne Gaskell” as a part of the Cavalex Class 56 range.
We are really excited to be able to offer modellers and enthusiasts with an interest in today’s freight scene a model of 56091 in DC Rail livery. Our thanks to DC Rail for their help and for working with us to produce this model.
Livery render of our forthcoming Class 56 in DCR livery
Features of the Cavalex Models’ DCR 56091:
- Distinctive fabricated cab shape
- Cutaway buffer beam
- Diamond mesh side grilles, cantrail grilles and roof grille
- Steel cab and cab side window frames
- Additional air conditioning vent on the second man’s side
- Etched “Driver Wayne Gaskell” name plates
CM - 56091 – DCR
The DCR grid is available to order via our retailers now. Please find more information on the 56 project and our retailers by clicking the button below.
We have contacted all customers regarding the second payments for our forthcoming TEA wagons ahead of production starting next month. If you have not heard from us or have any questions please let us know. We are still open for new pre-orders via our website below, however this will close once production commences, with our retailers stocking the TEAs when they arrive in the UK.
We have received painted samples of the three new liveries being produced in our second run of our BBA wagons.
Please click the button below for the full showcase of the samples
Whilst it has taken longer than we would have liked to receive the painted samples of our TEAs and achieve the weathered finish, we are really happy to showcase the Total TEA, weathered TEA and KBA pre production samples.
View the full update here:
We are delighted to announce that we are producing models of the first and last Merry-Go-Round (MGR) coal wagons for Locomotionmodels.
HAA 350000
HDA 368459
Please visit the below link for more information:
http://www.locomotionmodels.com/coming-soon/the-first-and-the-last-merry-go-round-set.htm
Please note the illustrations are of pre-production samples and not of the final models that will be delivered. Some parts are missing including the four cross braces on the original bodied version. Further images will be issued in due course.
3D livery render
We are pleased to announce Colas 56049 “Robin of Templecombe” as a part of the Cavalex Class 56 range. With 56049 having alternate cabs following damage sustained to the number two end, we are really excited to be producing this present day locomotive. We wanted to provide an option for the modern image modeller to be able to purchase the Cavalex ‘Grid’ - a big thank you Colas Rail for their help and for working with us to produce this model.
3D livery render
Features of Cavalex Colas 56049:
- Rubber sealed cab front windows (Number 1 end)
- Partial bufferbeam cowling, side plates removed (Number 1 end)
- Steel cab side windows
- Diamond mesh side grilles, cantrail grilles and roof grille
- Revised roof grilles (above electrical compartment)
- Distinctive fabricated cab shape (Number 2 end)
- Etched “Robin of Templecombe” name plates
- Alternate cab designs at each end with distinctive Colas high intensity headlight
Please click below for more details on the project, and how to pre-order:
Photo courtesy Andrew Walker
A big thank you to Andrew Walker for allowing us to post this excellent photo showing the contrasting cab styles of Romaninan 56020 and Doncaster built 56069 at Toton in 1988. Capturing this stark contrast between the different builds was one of the main reasons we chose the grid. Thanks to all that have shown support to our project.
From day 1 we have set out to innovate and push forward the RTR models we are producing. Not only with innovations never seen before on our BBA/PGA wagons, we want to raise the bar on factory weathering. Whilst it has taken longer than we would have liked to achieve the finish, we are really happy to showcase the weathered TEA and KBA pre production samples. Produced by multiple layers of tampo printing, using slightly different colours and tones; we feel we have achieved an authentic weathered finish.
We’re looking forward to showing off more photos next week - as well as the Total grey TEAs
Pre-order price of £42.50 - second payments due by 08/09/2021, with production set to start in September.
All new orders after 08/08/2021 will be required to be paid in full due to the proximity to production. (Full price £45)