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  1. CTS1990

    Train Sim World

    Skyhook are creating a ScotRail version of the 158. It's due out in a couple of months, I think.
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    Train Sim World

    I bought the route today, with some misgivings. I think Rivet have done a pretty respectable job...the negativity before release is definitely overblown. I'd say a solid 7 out of 10, with some improvements required. The Forth Bridge and surrounding scenery is truly excellent. One of the biggest...
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    Train Sim World

    There's been a huge fallout from the Fife Circle route. I don't discuss this on the TSW forums because they can be deeply chaotic and unpleasant. I know Rivet have a poor reputation for route building, but apparently the 170 is well-modelled...?
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    Train Sim World

    The 158 is, I think, the version that Skyhook created for MML. That's been very well-modelled, both sounds and physics, so shouldn't have any bother with that.
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    Train Sim World

    Yes, I agree. Although I'm not sure if Rivet have modelled the other Forth crossings, which would be a real shame. They don't have a good reputation for engine sounds, so I hope this 170 is a break from the past!
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    Train Sim World

    Is anyone planning to buy the GOBLIN/Suffrage line next week? I watched the preview last night and enjoyed it, but the lack of variety may put me off.
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    Rail Reform Bill published

    Parliaments cannot bind their successors, so it almost certainly would be scrapped in its current form.
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    Train Sim World

    The February roadmap is looking promising, with the GOBLIN and Fife Circle lines on the way. Apparently a 170 is in the works too. I notice a UK loco has been teased for release later this year...would it be too much to ask for a 91 for the ECML route?
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    Class 810 for East Midlands Railway Construction/Introduction Updates

    Moving this discussion forward...am I right in thinking EMR delayed their introduction into service until late this year? Presumably testing in electric mode needs several months at least...
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    InterCity 225 diagrams after December

    The 225 Group are reporting that there are planned changes to diagrams after December: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Cl91APG/permalink/6883820611712814/?app=fbl A reduction in diagrams weekdays and Saturdays, with a small increase on Sundays. Are these diagrams likely to survive until the...
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    Nottingham to Cardiff potential upgrade

    Modern Railways reports that surplus Class 68s could be deployed on Nottingham to Cardiff services. It's a shame this route has never been properly regarded as 'InterCity style' by XC. It feels more like a second-rate regional service given it is operated by 170s. Is this likely to happen...or...
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    Progress on Avanti West Coast's 805/807s Hitachi AT300 sets

    Sorry if this has been asked before...but are they planned to operate at 125mph in service. I assume neither the 805 or 807s tilt, so would that limit them to 110mph?
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    Derailment Craigentinney depot 30/10/23

    It is certainly affecting LNER services this morning. Quite a few cancellations and/or amendments both north and southbound. Is this likely to continue throughout the day?
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    Train Sim World

    Yes, I agree...although a 91 might follow in the near future. I played it for the first time last night and was quite impressed. There are numerous bugs which haven't been fixed yet, so I hope they are sorted soon. There is a free roam mode I'd like to get to grips with...Pboro and Doncaster...
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    Which train type will you miss the least when they are all withdrawn?

    I agree with the previous posts about Voyagers. Unquestionably, the worst rolling stock ever constructed for a UK rail operator. To move things on, I won't miss the Class 185s. Dull to look at, uninspiring to ride and hideously cramped when running as a 3 car unit across the Hope Valley at...

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