Monday 30 November 2009 (2nd posting)

CREATIVE MASTER NORTHCORD - PRESS RELEASE
The below press release has been received from CMNL:

NEW CASTING

UKBUS9001 Scania OmniCity

East London

Creative Master Northcord Limited is pleased to announce the release of UKBUS9001, the Polish-built double-deck Scania OmniCity and the long awaited new casting of this distinctive, modern double-decker in the United Kingdom.

The first livery to be carried on the brand new model is East London, part of the East London Bus Group, with standard Transport for London allover red livery.

UKBUS9001 represents fleet number 15028 (LX58 CFZ).

The bus is based at East London’s West ham Garage and is one of a batch of twenty identical Scania OmniCity buses which entered service in December 2008 on busy route 106 running between Whitechapel and Finsbury Park.

The East London Bus Group, which trades as East London, Selkent and Thameside, operates approximately 1,300 buses from 10 garages throughout South East and East London.

The UKBUS9000 series is seeing a new design feature for the first time on a CMNL UKBUS series double deck model - namely the side windows are all fitted from the outside. This method gives a smoother finish to the model’s sides that can assist in the application of tampo printing and waterslide decals.

The roof of UKBUS9001 features many of the add-on vents and aerial cover. These are including the Transport for London specification and the standard equipment of this double-decker.

The Polish-built OmniCity double-decker UKBUS9001 is a one-piece casting whose clean lines accentuate the square-mounted, bonded windows and the livery application on which all logos and lettering are clearly legible. Another main feature on the UKBUS9001 model is its dual individual tree protectors at the front. The front dome on the model is significant, with its curved windscreen, and the large windscreen on the lower deck is a single-piece unit without any centre dividing strip. 

Creative Master Northcord is creating new design standards in the layout of the interior of both saloons. These features inside the compartments represent the really outstanding layout of the OmniCity, such as an additional window at the back, above the rearmost double seats, the additional ventilation equipment on the upper deck ceiling above the straight staircase, and the extensive portrayal of handrails on the upper and lower deck, etc. The headlights and turning signal lights at the front are made of individual components to look more realistic.

The brand new OmniCity bus models will be distributed by John Ayrey Die-Casts Limited (UK), Transit Graphics (Australia), Porte Publishing Company (Japan) and Concorde Hobby Shop (HK) respectively. The UKBUS9001 model is limited to 1284 pieces worldwide.

Photograph1 CLICK HERE to view
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Creative Master Northcord Limited (CMNL)

------The World’s Miniature Bus Co.

NEW KIT FROM KINGSWAY MODELS
Kingsway Models have released a new kit featuring Romford Fire Station. Click on the links below to view images:
Photograph1 CLICK HERE to view
Photograph2 CLICK HERE to view

Monday 30 November 2009

Sunday 29th November 2009

CREATIVE MASTER NORTHCORD LTD UKBUS9001 RELEASE IMMINENT?
Many thanks to Harry at Diecast Buses Interactive for passing on an email from Hong Kong supplier Network Shuttle advising that they will be selling UKBUS9001 Scania OmniCity Double-Decker East London Bus at a special offer price of USD36.48 and will be dispatching on or before 1st December. I will let you know as soon as I hear more.

CONFIRMED RELEASES FROM EFE
I can confirm that the following models have now been released and are on sale:
16323DL Bristol LS Bus GREENLINE CLICK HERE
23320 AEC RF London Transport CLICK HERE
27314 Leyland TD1 Scout CLICK HERE
32206 Bristol RELH Hants & Dorset CLICK HERE

Saturday 28 November 2009

CREATIVE MASTER NORTHCORD - PRESS RELEASE
The below press release has been received from CMNL:

IEBUS0004 Alexander Dennis Enviro200Dart

Bus Eireann

Creative Master Northcord Limited is pleased to announce the release of Alexander Dennis Enviro200Dart IEBUS0004, utilising the 10.7m long wheelbase model with gasket windows to represent the distinctive modern single-decker in the United Kingdom and Ireland, that carries Bus Eireann standard livery.

IEBUS0004 represents Bus Eireann  fleet number AM103  (09-D-3732), based at Dundalk depot on service 174 heading for Fatima Park.

Bus Eireann was established in 1987 as a subsidiary of Coras lompair Eireann – the state-owned national transport organization of Ireland. The company operates a wide range of services; these include long distance coach services, local services in rural areas, commuter service networks and urban services in cities and towns. The company is also responsible for the management and provision of a nationwide school transport scheme.

Bus Eireann has a fleet of over 1,300 vehicles based at 11 principal depots and employs almost 3.000 people.

The 2008 fleet upgrade programme included four Alexander Dennis Enviro200Dart 10.7m single deckers for urban services specified with 38 seats and one wheelchair space. Two are allocated to Dundalk depot for the town service linking the bus station with Fatima Park, a large housing estate named in commemoration of the Marian Shrine at Fatima in Portugal.

IEBUS0004 models have certain innovative designs. One of the new features, first seen on Bus Eireann’s Enviro200Dart vehicles and replicated on the model, is the brand new design of the mirrors on both sides and IEBUS0004 is currently representing 100% the correct items as the real bus. The nearside mirror is an extended version of the mirror first replicated on UKBUS 8014.

The Alexander Dennis Enviro200Dart IEBUS0004 is a one-piece casting whose clean lines accentuate the square-mounted, bonded windows and the livery application on which all logos and lettering are clearly legible.

Creative Master Northcord is creating new design standards in the layout of the interior in the replica. These features inside the compartment represent the really outstanding layout of the Enviro200Dart, such as the luggage rack on the wheel arch on the near side at the front, additional seats on the wheel arch on the offside, and extensive portrayal of handrails in the compartment.

The brand new Enviro200Dart bus models will be distributed by John Ayrey Die-Casts Limited (UK), Transit Graphics (Australia), Porte Publishing Company (Japan), cnmycar.com (P.R. China) and Concorde Hobby Shop (HK) respectively. The IEBUS0004 model is limited to 1000 pieces worldwide.

Photograph1 CLICK HERE to view
Photograph2 CLICK HERE to view

Creative Master Northcord Limited (CMNL)

------The World’s Miniature Bus Co.

KINGSWAY MODELS FREE KITS
I have received the below from Kingsway Models:

In order to spread a little festive spirit for the month of December, there will be a Merry Christmas page on www.kingswaymodels.com where there will be a free download of two authentic London Transport bus shelter kits. Visitors can download and print (onto thin 180gm/m2 card) as many copies as they wish. The page will be there through to twelfth night on January 6th, 2010.

Friday 27 November 2009

Wednesday 25 November 2009

The second Routemaster model will be released in the New Year date not yet known.

PHOTOGRAPHS OF A FEW RECENTLY RELEASED MODELS
Click on the links below to view photographs of a few recently released models:

CORGI OOC
Collectors Club model OM40803A Bristol Lodekka Brighton & Hove
Photograph 1 CLICK HERE to view
Photograph 2 CLICK HERE to view
Photograph 2 CLICK HERE to view

EFE
16128 Leyland PD2 Highbridge Southdown
Photograph 1 CLICK HERE to view
Photograph 2 CLICK HERE to view

25004 Bristol RELL Eastern National
Photograph 1 CLICK HERE to view
Photograph 2 CLICK HERE to view

Ian Allan commissioned 31906 RML Routemaster Thomas Tilling
Photograph 1 CLICK HERE to view
Photograph 2 CLICK HERE to view

34904 Leyland Olympian Coach Southern Vectis
Photograph 1 CLICK HERE to view
Photograph 2 CLICK HERE to view

36002 Leyland RTL London Transport
Photograph 1 CLICK HERE to view
Photograph 2 CLICK HERE to view

OXFORD DIECAST
NOB006 Bedford OB Yelloway
Photograph 1 CLICK HERE to view
Photograph 2 CLICK HERE to view

NOB007 Bedford OB Coach Grey Cars
Photograph 1 CLICK HERE to view
Photograph 2 CLICK HERE to view

NRM008 Routemaster East Yorkshire
Photograph 1 CLICK HERE to view
Photograph 2 CLICK HERE to view

NRM009 Routemaster London & Country
Photograph 1 CLICK HERE to view
Photograph 2 CLICK HERE to view

Tuesday 24 November 2009

Friday 20 November 2009

New Casting

Alexander Dennis Limited Enviro500 lhd NABUS1001 : RTC Nevada

Creative Master Northcord Limited is proud to make the official announcement of the launch model of the Alexander Dennis Limited Enviro500 NABUS range - the long-awaited, brand new casting of this distinctive, modern, left-hand drive dual door double-decker that is designed specifically for the North American Market

The launch model is catalogued as “NABUS1001” and the first livery to be carried on the brand new dual door model is Regional Transport Commission of Southern Nevada, based in Nevada, USA. The bus that is represented in this model is RTC fleet number 217 that carries license plate 48714.

The replica model is 100% correct, just like the real vehicle with their unique livery with a prototypical working fold down bike rack and two small miniature bikes, just like in real life.

The NABUS1000 range has been designed using the 40’ Enviro500 as its prototype example and is represented in true HO or 1 : 87 scale that will find favour with modellers of modern image model railroads in HO scale throughout North America and worldwide, as well as for collectors who will appreciate the fine design of this distinctive bus.

The Alexander Dennis Enviro500 lhd NABUS1001 is a one-piece casting whose clean lines accentuate the bonded windows and the livery application on which all logos and lettering are clearly legible. The replica of this fine bus carries interior detail such as the hand poles in their light blue colour, driver rear-view exterior mirrors and windshield wipers. Because of these small parts, CMNL recommends that the collectible models are suitable for adults only (14+ years).

The brand new NABUSEnviro500 lhd models will be distributed by Awesome Diecast (USA), John Ayrey Die-Casts Limited (UK & I), Transit Graphics (Australia), Porte Publishing Company (Japan), cnmycar.com (P. R. China) and Concorde Hobby Shop (HK) respectively. The NABUS1001 model is limited to 1000 pieces worldwide.

Photograph1 CLICK HERE to view
Photograph2 CLICK HERE to view

UKBUS6026 Alexander Dennis Enviro400 - Transdev Yellow Buses

Creative Master Northcord Limited is pleased to announce the release of Alexander Dennis Enviro400 UKBUS6026, the all over yellow livery on the casting of a distinctive modern double-decker in the United Kingdom.

UKBUS6026 represents Bournemouth based Transdev Yellow Buses SK07 DYB. The bus was a former Alexander Dennis’ second Enviro400 demonstrator which is fitted with Voith D854.5 transmission. CMN produced the demonstrator model as UKBUS6010 in November 2007. UKBUS6010 has all over white colour.

Creative Master Northcord is creating new design standards in the layout of the interior of both saloons. The features inside the compartments represent the really outstanding layout of the bus, including the extensive portrayal of handrails on both upper and lower decks. The headlights at the front are made of individual components to look more realistic.

The brand new Enviro400 bus models will be distributed by John Ayrey Die-Casts Limited (UK), Transit Graphics (Australia), cnmycar.com (P. R. China), Porte Publishing Company (Japan) and Concorde Hobby Shop (HK) respectively. The UKBUS6026 model is limited to 1000 pieces worldwide.

Photograph1 CLICK HERE to view
Photograph2 CLICK HERE to view

Creative Master Northcord Limited (CMNL)

------The World’s Miniature Bus Co.

Click on the links below to view six additional high resolution photographs of NABUS1001
Photograph 1 CLICK HERE to view
Photograph 2 CLICK HERE to view
Photograph 3 CLICK HERE to view
Photograph 4 CLICK HERE to view
Photograph 5 CLICK HERE to view
Photograph 6 CLICK HERE to view

Click on the links below to view two additional high resolution photographs of UKBUS6026
Photograph 1 CLICK HERE to view
Photograph 2 CLICK HERE to view

Wednesday 18 November 2009

"Stagecoach West Scotland have a limited amount of their specially commissioned ALX400 bodied Dennis Trident models for sale. These models are in the UK Bus Awards livery and were given to each of the companies 1200 employees in 2007; they have never been made available to the public until now. These collectors items are serially numbered and come in their original, unopened boxes.

They are available online at www.stagecoach-westscotland.co.uk for £50 (includes UK post) and profits from the sales will go to local charities in the companies operating area.

There are also a selection of Western Buses books and calendars for sale".

Monday 16 November 2009

CONFIRMED RELEASES FROM EFE
I can confirm that the following models have been released:
25004 Bristol RELL Eastern National CLICK HERE
36002 Leyland RTL London Transport CLICK HERE
34904 Leyland Olympian Coach Southern Vectis CLICK HERE

CONFIRMED RELEASES FROM OXFORD DIECAST
I can confirm that the following models have been released:
NOB007 Bedford OB Coach Grey Cars
NRM009 Routemaster London & Country

Saturday 14 November 2009

Tuesday 10 November 2009

CREATIVE MASTER NORTHCORD - PRESS RELEASE
The below press release has been received from CMNL:

UKBUS8014 Alexander Dennis Enviro200Dart First

Hampshire & Dorset

Creative Master Northcord Limited is pleased to announce the release of Alexander Dennis Enviro200Dart UKBUS8014, utilising the 10.7m long wheelbase model with bonded windows to represent the distinctive modern single-decker in the United Kingdom, that carries First Bus Barbie 3 livery with service 16 route branding.

UKBUS8014 represents First Hampshire & Dorset fleet number 44510  (YX58 HWJ).

The service 16 between Southampton City Centre and Hamble village has seen this new bus operating since March 2009. It was back in October 2005 that specially branded Darts were introduced on the route. As a result, passenger demand grew so much that larger buses were required. An order was placed for four Alexander Dennis Enviro200 single-deckers and the new ‘Connection’ branding was applied to all of them with a picture of ruins in the rear nearside and offside windows to represent Netley Abbey. 44510 (YX58 HWJ) is the last of a batch of four delivered to Portswood depot in Southampton. The other similar buses in the batch are numbered 44507/8/9 (YX58 HWF/G/H).

This service improvement is the result of a partnership between First Hampshire & Dorset limited, Eastleigh Borough Council and Hampshire County Council. The easy access vehicles can carry a maximum of 63 passengers. Branding has been applied over a basic Barbie 3 livery in all cases.

One of the new features, first seen on First Bus’ Enviro200Dart vehicles and replicated on the model, is the brand new design of the mirrors on both sides and UKBUS8014 is currently representing 100% correct items as the real bus.

The Alexander Dennis Enviro200Dart UKBUS8014 is a one-piece casting whose clean lines accentuate the square-mounted, bonded windows and the livery application on which all logos and lettering are clearly legible.

Creative Master Northcord is creating new design standards in the layout of the interior in the replica. These features inside the compartment represent the really outstanding layout of the Enviro200Dart, such as the additional seats on the wheel arch on the offside, and extensive portrayal of handrails in the compartment.

The brand new Enviro200Dart bus models will be distributed by John Ayrey Die-Casts Limited (UK), Transit Graphics (Australia), Porte Publishing Company (Japan), cnmycar.com (P.R. China) and Concorde Hobby Shop (HK) respectively. The UKBUS8014 model is limited to 1000 pieces worldwide.

Photograph1 CLICK HERE to view
Photograph2 CLICK HERE to view

Creative Master Northcord Limited (CMNL)

------The World’s Miniature Bus Co.

Click on the links below to view two additional high resolution photographs of UKBUS8014
Photograph 1 CLICK HERE to view
Photograph 2 CLICK HERE to view

CORGI MODELS SCHEDULED FOR RELEASE BEFORE CHRISTMAS
The following bus models are scheduled for release between now and Christmas:
Week commencing 7th December 2009:
OM46110 Plaxton Panther Ulster Bus Translink, Belfast CLICK HERE

Week commencing 14th December:
OM41222 Wright Eclipse Gemini Go North East - Gateshead, Tyne & Wear CLICK HERE
OM46206 Scania Irizar PB National Express CLICK HERE

The first releases after the New Year will be week commencing 11th January 2010

EFE MODELS SCHEDULED FOR RELEASE
EFE have advised that the following models are being released this week:
25004 Bristol RELL Eastern National CLICK HERE
36002 Leyland RTL London Transport CLICK HERE
34904 Leyland Olympian Coach Southern Vectis CLICK HERE

The following models are scheduled for release week commencing 23rd November:
16323DL Bristol LS Bus GREENLINE CLICK HERE
23320 AEC RF London Transport CLICK HERE
27314 Leyland TD1 Scout CLICK HERE
32206 Bristol RELH Hants & Dorset CLICK HERE

MODEL BUSES MAGAZINE
The latest issue of "Model Buses" magazine is now on sale. The magazine is published in March, June, September and December. The cover price is £3.40 per issue but a subscription for the 4 issues including postage is available at £12.50(UK), £16.00(Europe) and £19.50(Worldwide). For further information or to take out a subscription write to Model Buses at 21 Forde Avenue, Bromley, Kent, BR1 3EU. The cover of this moths issue is copied below:

NEW BUS GARAGE KIT FROM KINGSWAY MODELS
Kingsway Models have contacted me to advise of a new bus garage kit. The new kit features Crosville Corwen depot and retails at £14.00

To view a photograph of the model CLICK HERE or visit the Kingsway Models website at http://www.kingswaymodels.com/

Monday 9 November 2009

New models
35401 AEC MKV 8W Long Tipper METROPOLITAN SAND & BALLAST CLICK HERE to view
Registration number 993 PWC
JANUARY 2010 RELEASE

35501 ERF 4 Axle Flatbed CHAIN BRIDGE HONEY FARM CLICK HERE to view
Registration number YWS 111
JANUARY 2010 RELEASE

Models previously mentioned on EFE Master List
23605 Bedford TK Luton Van WOODLANDS TRANSPORT CLICK HERE to view
Registration number: GKM 140D
NOVEMBER 2009 RELEASE

35202 36’ B.E.T Leyland Leopard YORKSHIRE TRACTION CLICK HERE to view
Registration number: CHE 297C
Fleet number: 1297
Route: 42B
Destination: Kingstone, Barnsley
DECEMBER 2009 RELEASE

35701 36’ B.E.T. 4 Bay GREEN LINE CLICK HERE to view
Registration number: CUV 70C
Fleet number: RC12
Route: 705
Destination: Windsor
JANUARY 2010 RELEASE

Thursday 5 November 2009

Wednesday 4 November 2009

Tuesday 3 November 2009

CREATIVE MASTER NORTHCORD - PRESS RELEASE
The below press release has been received from CMNL:

HKBUS2011 Alexander R-type-bodied Leyland Olympian

Stagecoach Western Buses Ltd

Creative Master Northcord Limited is proud to release HKBUS2011 - yet another time to replicate a non-standard Stagecoach corporate livery on the well-known 11-metre, tri-axle Leyland Olympian / Alexander R-type coach model. It is in double-deck “School Bus” colours.

The model represents Stagecoach Western Buses Ltd 13612 (J938 MHC).

Delivered new to Hong Kong from Alexander Coachbuilders in Falkirk, she entered service in March 1991, in “Big ‘C’” livery, working from the North Division as Citybus’ 173 (EW 9757). 173 would undertake such important duties such as working high profile route 88R from City One Shatin to Central as well as other Resident Services in the New Territories, perhaps to Kingswood Villas on route 901 or 921, or, on the Island, taking the happy families to Ocean Park on route 629 (Admiralty – Ocean Park).

CTB 173 was imported to the UK as part of the second batch of ex-CTB 11m Olympian coaches for the high profile Megabus operation and was allocated UK fleet number 13612.  Allocated within Stagecoach South group of companies, mainly to Winchester or Lewes, 13612 was often found undertaking Megabus work from Bournemouth or Brighton on the South Coast to and from London. Originally the rear registration plate was fitted centrally within the rear bumper but, after being fitted with the tow-bar for the Megabus trailers, this was relocated to the nearside of the bumper. In July 2005 13612 took part in the mega-marathon convoy of 12 Megabus coaches that travelled from London to Edinburgh and return for the “Make Poverty History” rally in connection with the G8 meeting in Gleneagles.

After 13612’s retiral from front-line Megabus work, she became one of the two static waiting room / ticket office buses on the Fife side of the River Forth in July 2007 for passengers wishing to sample the “Forth Fast” hovercraft experiment that was undertaken by Stagecoach in association with SESTrans. In time for the autumn school term the same year, 13612 was repainted in yellow School Bus livery and carries the original style of lettering. 13612 was sent to Ardrossan depot for this work. 13612 retains the toilet compartment with which she was fitted for Megabus work and this feature is replicated correctly on the HKBUS2011 model.

Although carrying Stagecoach national fleet number 13612, “beachball” logos and Stagecoach Western Buses’ legal lettering, these items are not so obtrusive as to preclude the use of the HKBUS2011 model on a modern image Railway Layout representing any part of the country.

As on the previous successful HKBUS2000 series models produced by CMNL, HKBUS2011 has many innovative designs on the tooling – including all handrails on board and detailed, individual air-vents above the seats. Of note is the improved upper-deck ceiling detail that features the correct colours of the prototype coach. 

Once again, this is a one-piece casting whose clean lines accentuate the windows and livery application. The model has no ugly metal poles to hold it together.

The HKBUS2011 model is limited to 888 pieces worldwide. They will be distributed by John Ayrey Die-Casts Limited (UK), Concorde Hobby Shop (HK), Porte Publishing Company (Japan), Transit Graphics (Australia) and cnmycar.com (P. R. China).

Photograph1 CLICK HERE to view
Photograph2 CLICK HERE to view

Creative Master Northcord Limited (CMNL)

------The World’s Miniature Bus Co.

Click on the links below to view two additional high resolution photographs of HKBUS2011
Photograph 1 CLICK HERE to view
Photograph 2 CLICK HERE to view

Monday 2 November 2009

CONFIRMED RELEASES FROM CREATIVE MASTER NORTHCORD LTD
I can confirm that the following models were released last week:
UKBUS1045 Alexander ALX400/Dennis Trident Stagecoach in Cumbria CLICK HERE
UKBUS6025 Alexander Dennis Enviro 400 Arriva London CLICK HERE

CREATIVE MASTER NORTHCORD LTD MODEL UKBUS4016
Many thanks to Phillip Stephenson for advising me that he saw a prototype for CMNL model UKBUS4016 over the weekend. Phillip writes "on display yesterday at the Ledgard event at Pudsey and again today at the event in Lincoln was a prototype CMNL Royale in the Huddersfield 125 Commemorative livery of First West Yorkshire. It was on Graham Mitchell's stall and apparently will be a standard release probably in January - sorry no pics but here is a link to a picture of the real thing http://www.bus-and-coach-photos.com/picture/number2022.asp"

Sunday 1 November 2009

November 2009 - News

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