Chromeknight Posted May 9, 2013 Posted May 9, 2013 A power functions loco based on the British Rail Class 08. I've had this built for a while now, but thought it was time to show it off to you lovely people. I have been inspired by various people who've shown their versions of this loco here and on brickshelf, but I think I've done enough things differently that others might be inspired by my work in turn. Of course, I can see half a dozen places where I could do things differently or add reinforcement, but for now, enjoy! Pictures are links, click through to see bigger and others. Thanks for looking!
ronenson Posted May 9, 2013 Posted May 9, 2013 Really nice how you add that third wheel to the PF motor. Simple to implement, but I actually forgot all about that hole in the middle. Nice compact build!
Hrw-Amen Posted May 9, 2013 Posted May 9, 2013 Indeed a good idea for the third wheel. Can I ask how it handles the curves with that third wheel, does it bind at all or is it OK? Looks as though you have the main features in and it is easy to see what the engine is supposed to be. Hiding the battery box was the most difficult part of the build when I attempted one myself and a similar plate setup was needed.
sioka Posted May 9, 2013 Posted May 9, 2013 This is an awesome MOC, I used to sit and watch these with my dad running in the shunting yard not far from my house. This looks just like the real thing
LEGO Train 12 Volts Posted May 9, 2013 Posted May 9, 2013 Nice to see all PF components in a little locomotive!
Locomotive Annie Posted May 9, 2013 Posted May 9, 2013 That's a really cool little shunter and it has all the character of the prototype. A useful looking solution to mounting the centre driving wheels too.
Chromeknight Posted May 9, 2013 Author Posted May 9, 2013 Indeed a good idea for the third wheel. Can I ask how it handles the curves with that third wheel, does it bind at all or is it OK? If the bushes are pushed in tight it binds, but there's plenty of axle to back them off. If it makes a rattling sound when you shake it, you're good to go!
Bricktrix Posted May 10, 2013 Posted May 10, 2013 Interesting. I'm currently building a PF version of one of these also: I've used technic half pin/axles to hold the centre wheel in
Commander Wolf Posted May 10, 2013 Posted May 10, 2013 I love the compactness of the motion and the greebles you've done, but ditch those ladders! They are way too big!
Locomotive Annie Posted May 11, 2013 Posted May 11, 2013 I love the compactness of the motion and the greebles you've done, but ditch those ladders! They are way too big! Some of Zephyr's custom ladders might do the trick.
Hey Joe Posted May 11, 2013 Posted May 11, 2013 Those British shunters (I'd call it a switch engine ) are cool and you've really done them justice with that little gem. Joe
BricksMcgee Posted May 11, 2013 Posted May 11, 2013 Like! Been wanting to build something similar for ages, and this may be the motivation I need! Agree with comment about removing ladders though - looks just a tad oversized
lightningtiger Posted May 11, 2013 Posted May 11, 2013 AWESOME shunter 'Chromeknight', though please fix those ladders......but now I will say the third wheel idea.....pure genius - Brick On !
zephyr1934 Posted May 12, 2013 Posted May 12, 2013 I love the compactness of the motion and the greebles you've done, but ditch those ladders! They are way too big! I was thinking similarly that the ladders were too large for the build (still a great little build BTW) Some of Zephyr's custom ladders might do the trick. Sure, some of my ladders would work, or if you wanted to keep it 100% lego, some 60478 might be in order.
Commander Wolf Posted May 13, 2013 Posted May 13, 2013 some 60478 might be in order. I didn't even know this part existed until just now, but I second it! I think it'd work fantastically.
Chromeknight Posted May 17, 2013 Author Posted May 17, 2013 Thanks everyone. I'm glad it is an isnpiration, even if it pales a little next to Bricktrix's. I will revisit this moc, and be back with freight cars and lineside after we finish moving, sometime mid July.
Lister Posted February 13, 2018 Posted February 13, 2018 On 09/05/2013 at 5:22 AM, Chromeknight said: A power functions loco based on the British Rail Class 08. I've had this built for a while now, but thought it was time to show it off to you lovely people. I have been inspired by various people who've shown their versions of this loco here and on brickshelf, but I think I've done enough things differently that others might be inspired by my work in turn. Of course, I can see half a dozen places where I could do things differently or add reinforcement, but for now, enjoy! Pictures are links, click through to see bigger and others. Thanks for looking! I'm looking at making this myself, how does the PF motor sit under the battery box? I'm looking at that first hurdle
JopieK Posted February 15, 2018 Posted February 15, 2018 Hi Lister, welcome to EB. But please remember that we have some rules (see my signature), please re-read them. Don't bump and also be cautious to quote lots of images! Apart from that, hope you will have a good stay. Feel free to share your ideas about LEGO trains and other LEGO related things.
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