Hi All,

Here's the latest Sprinter decorated samples from the factory.

We'll post some more images over the next few days,

The On Track Models Team

Sprinter Close Coupler Images

Hi All,

The photos below show the revised Close Coupler Pocket design on the Sprinter Rail Car.

Also shown is a comparison between our current Non Functional Scharfenberg coupler and a design similar to the newly proposed Friction Fit Functional Coupler.

The last image shows the cars fitted with Kadee couplers between them.

The Greyish car is fitted with a standard coupler box, while the Black unit is fitted with the close coupler box design.

So far from the feedback we've received you'd prefer the Non Functional Coupler supplied as standard with Kadee coupler supplied in the box for coupling multiple units.

We look forward to your views,

The On Track Models Team

Your Chance To Be Part Of The Design Process

Hi All,

Here's a chance to be part of the OTM design process.

The factory came back to us late today with a revised coupler for the Sprinter.

Unfortunately to achieve this within the current tooling it means deleting the highly detailed but non operational coupler as shown below.

The new design is less detailed than the current one but it means that you won't need to change out the couplers if you want to run the Sprinters in a multiple consist.

So now you get to choose, which design do you want ?

Post your comments below or send us an email to sales@ontrackmodels.com.au with your choice.

The closing date for your vote is Tuesday February 2nd.

The On Track Models Team

 

 

Sprinter Update

Hi All,

Just a quick update about the progress of the Sprinters.

We've been in discussions with the factory over some outstanding items that up until recently remained unresolved.

The coupler issue has now been corrected, when coupled together the units can now negotiate reverse Peco medium points plus 22" curves.

This was a major issue that needed overcoming. At least 3 major new designs were completed prior to an agreed design being implemented.

The Sprinters as packaged will be supplied with non operational Scharfenberg couplers fitted, included in the box will be Kadee couplers for those wishing to couple their units together.

Also the body was slightly redesigned internally to stop the windows collapsing inwards when the body was removed.

The main circuit board has been reduced in width and the circuit map redesigned to improve the reliability of the unit.

Additionally the side door tooling is now being corrected so it is not so deep, this request was made last April, they're only just getting around to making the changes they said they had previously completed.

At this stage the factory believes they will be able to supply the painted samples to us just after the Chinese New Year holiday break.

Production should occur shortly after this once both V/Line and us (On Track) sign off on these samples.

As a consequence of the delay to production run, we have extended the pre-delivery price until the end of February 2016.

The delays on this project have been frustrating to us but at this point we believe we have finally overcome the outstanding issues.

Thanks to everyone for their faith in us,

The On Track Models Team

Favourite 80 Class Scheme ?

Hi All,

So what's your favourite 80 Class colour scheme ?

Are you a traditionalist with the Original and Reverse colours ?

The Bicentennial and Candy Schemes ?

Or something more modern ?

We'd love to hear what makes the best 80 Class Scheme.

The On Track Models Team

On Track Models Announces the NSW 80 Class

Hi All,

On Track Models is pleased to announce our next locomotive will be the Mighty NSW 80 Class.

Design work has been finalised with tooling commenced.

Expected delivery will be in late 2016.

Order forms will be available early next year,

The On Track Models Team

Sprinter Test Shot Images

Hi All,
 
We've received preliminary photos of the Sprinter tooling from the Factory.

While the images aren't the best, they do show how the model is progressing.

The tooling is currently about 70% complete.

The gear sets and underframe are still being cut into the metal dies.

Non-Operational Test Shots are expected by the end of the month just in time for the Hobsons Bay Exhibition.

At this stage we still expect these cars to arrive by the end of the year.

The On Track Models Team