SATURN-TITAN CHASSIS
CJM Class 60071 on Saturn Titan Chassis - Photo by Jason Whitlock
Jason Whitlock took delivery of the first Production Saturn-Titan chassis on 15th April 2011! His initial comment:-
"60071 arrived on shed and after a quick turn round inspection it was put to work straight away! What a fantastic model, it just purrs along, thanks for the extra work regarding the second man!"
Jason has been involved in testing CJM's new chassis since last November (along with a number of other hardened CJM customers) and opted to have the chassis of his latest purchase 60071 in EWS livery fitted with "Titan" components. A comprehensive analysis of performance data will be published later in the year. At present 66842 and 59401 (with different parts) are being thoroughly tested to establish a warranty to 2018 is viable!
How does the mechanism differ from the existing Saturn chassis? In simple terms the loco trades a very high top speed with a more scale speed and vastly improved slow speed running and improved traction. Now it has to be said a standard Saturn chassis is on a par with the best money can buy so these changes are a relative thing, That said all "testers" have been highly impressed and in due course I will make their comments public.
In the meantime testing continues with a brief to try and establish the chassis breaking point and at the same time establish just what the operating limits are. As part of the program those testing the new chassis are able to opt for a Titan chassis in any new product ordered, I am also giving an undertaking that a conventional Saturn chassis can be installed in the event the mechanism doesn't prove viable in the longer term.
If you wish to partake in the program you will need to own a fair cross section of CJM Saturn chassis and have a layout of sufficient size to run long trains, gradients would also be useful.
As previously indicated I will publish more information and photos in due course.
CJM Models Class 67 in DB Schenker Livery - Limited Edition
Class 67 receives a new version of DB Schenker livery!
Unveiled at the National Railway Museum on the 15th January 2010.
Geoff Griffiths Railway photographs 2010 © - website link with original and more photos
67018 “Keith Heller” in DB Schenker Livery (without grey roof panel) and the addition of a large Maple Leaf on the body side.
CJM will be racking 10 of these models on Monday 1st February 2010. Only 10 models will be offered on this special run.
The model finished in authentic livery, will feature etched nameplates and correct logos together with full body and buffer beam super detailing together with a very light mist of exhaust fumes to roof as standard and is offered at the special price of £432.50 including p&p insured. A saving of £50.00!
Please note :-
Payments to be spread over 3 months with an initial payment of £152.50.Payable on the 1st February 2010. Followed by 2 equal payments of £140.00 on the 1st March and 1st April 2010 respectively. With delivery approximately the 1st May 2010.
If you require the model to be fitted with a Lenz Gold or Silver chip there is an additional charge of £50.00 payable with first installment.
THIS IS A SPECIAL ONE OFF DEAL AND CANNOT BE USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH ANY OTHER OFFERS MADE PREVIOUSLY, NOR DOES IT APPLY TO ANY OTHER VERSION OF THE CLASS 67 OR ANY OTHER CJM PRODUCT.
Past Newsletters
Did you miss our past news letters? Have you not registered your email? Here is a chance for you to catch up on a couple of the past newsletters sent out, there have been others in between but these two stand out as having some juicy news. Obviously to be the first to get the deals, gossip, etc you need to register you email using the form below.
November Newsletter - 16/11/2010 - CJM November Special Offers
Featured In this newsletter:
- Special offers for purchase before 30/11/2010
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July Newsletter - 03/07/2009 - CJM Payment Plans
Featured In this newsletter:
- New Payment Plan Options
- New Class 47 Product page based on the new Graham Farish Class 47
- Advised of New Livery - Advenza Freight.
To Read This Newsletter - Click Here»
June Newsletter - 16/06/2009 - Second Hand CJM Offers
Featured In this newsletter:
- 7x Second Hand CJM locos up for grabs
- 29x Second Hand Wagons with option of weathering up for grabs
- 1x Second hand pair of Le Shuttle Locos up for grabs
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New Livery: DB Schenker
The new owners of EWS have painted 66152 & 59206 in their new house colours. CJM is currently preparing new artwork to reproduce the logos and name plates associated with this livery and production will commence very shortly. Orders are currently being taken.
Actuall Model images can be found on the product page»
New Livery: Aggregate Industries
With Foster Yeoman joining the aggregate Industries Group back in 2006 this has led to the four Foster Yeoman Class 59's being re branded. CJM is pleased to announce that it is now able to reproduce this livery. With orders already being taken.
Actual model images can be found on the product page »
Class 56 Developments - 56001 to 56135 the choice is yours!
Raising the standards of N gauge class 56's, CJM now has available all variants of the class including;
- Romanian Class 56 (56001 - 56030)
- Doncaster Class 56 (56031 - 56055)
- Crewe Steel Cab Class 56 (56056 - 56135)
and limited edition variants such as;
- 56004 the only Romanian loco with 2 steel cabs which remained in BR Blue throughout it's entire life.
- 56029 hybrid with Romanian cab at No2 and steel cab at No 1 end.
- 56031 - 56135 with revised cantrail grills.
- 56301 with revised cab fronts with 'steel cab' horn grills, cut away lower cab and revised buffer beam (previously a Doncaster loco).
Not content with covering all the complex variations of the 56, the detail levels have also been pushed further including;
- Etched foot steps*
- Scale etched cab front lamp irons.*
- All appropriate etched handrails for the front.*
- Head light variations. small round, large round (with fixing bolts) and square.
- Aerial mounting (2 different types)
- 4 different variations of bufferbeam.
- 4 different types of buffer.
- 6 different body mouldings.
*on the latest production
Read More:
- Class 56 main Product Page »
- Class 56 Hybrid Product Page »
- Class 56 Steel Cab Product Page »
- Class 56 Gallery »
May Newsletter
Dear All, Judging by all the phone calls lately it is clear I need to update you on the goings on at CJM!
The
Class 58 is really making progress and whilst it's going to be
early June before first pictures hit the site the wait is going
to be worthwhile! Like most things getting the model 95% right
is relatively straight forward it's the other 5% that’s comes
hard, in this case the cabs, they more than anything have proved
really tricky to profile correctly. Having seen both "OO"
versions I'm not the only one, although I reckon I've got it
licked as well as the other intricacies of detailing!
Initial production will be 58001 - 035 in revised format with 580036 - 050 as built which means all liveries available from launch. The early version based on 58001 - 035 in Red stripe Railfreight livery will be available spring 2009. Prices will start from £425.00 with a fully super detailed beast weighing at £475.00 (P & P £7.50) Weathering etc as per price list. (Order before 1st September 2008 and price guaranteed on 2009 deliveries)
The "Steel cab 56" is once again getting a look in and should enter production in July (prices as per other 56's)
"Wrexham and Shropshire” livery on 67012 - 015 in two tone metallic silver now in production from £425.00. Order now availability limited.
The
"WIA ARBEL CAR CARRIER" is back in a CJM box from July! A real
case of what goes around comes around; some 14 years after
Eurotunnel first took delivery of some 30 sets! Now updated from
the "ATM" model fully built and finished at CJM with all those
little tweaks that makes a CJM model something special! See the
site soon for first pictures and prices. If there is sufficient
demand kits will be available from September!
Also back is the CJM class 26! Now with new chassis, in all variants and liveries. The first models are currently being finished off and will appear on the site very soon. Expect to see scale length bogies, correct battery boxes and even cab interiors and drivers! Prices will be £395.00 with super detailing at £35.00.
The Class 33 chassis is only 8 weeks away correct bogies, battery box to fit all Grafar bodies Prices from £135.
The "Customer Special Site" is really firing peoples imagination expect to see some very interesting models on the site over the coming weeks! With just about every possible livery appearing, September will see the launch of your own personal private operator liveries with transfers for rolling stock to match your locos.
Whilst the website has been a little neglected of late expect not only the updates mentioned but changes right across the site over the coming weeks.
If I have missed your own query or you wish to order any particular model you can use the “E-Mail” contact page on the CJM website or you can telephone me on the usual number to discuss your requirements!
Kind Regards
Chris Marchant.
CJM has new locomotive in development - The Class 58
The all new Class 58 is due for release in June of 2008. The loco will be available in two versions and four liveries.
In 'The Studio'
section of this web site you will be able to follow each
stage of production from design to final release, with
plenty of images, drawings and a splash of other media forms
thrown in for good measure. The model requires a totally new chassis
design which is well under way, and will soon to be featured in
'The Studio' as well. Make sure you register your
e-mail with us so be kept up to date on further
developments.
CJM Class 58 Development Update - 10/2/2008
Work on the class 58 is proceeding well with body shell now complete with bonnet, cabs and sole bar in place. Work has now started on adding detail, e.g. roof panels, side doors etc. These will all be etched and then added to master. It is hoped to start the drawings for these this week. Over the weekend the fly wheel chassis has been installed in the body and with minute adjustments to both has resulted in a neat snug fit.
Over the last week, several of you have asked "How scale is this model going to be?" I am pleased to be able to report that in respect of all main dimensions e.g. length, width, height and bonnet width the model is currently under size! Once the final detail panels, silencer etc are included the model should be spot on! This also goes for bogie and axle centres. All this accuracy and twin fly wheel drive shoe horned into a chassis which at its widest is just under 11mm. It also fair to say that having measured and photographed 58016 last autumn I picked up the details missed by the "OO" fraternity and more than one or two missed in the reviews!
Whilst no photos are being posted at present, I anticipate putting these up once all etch drawings have been reduced and test fitted on the master. Not long then, before the class 58 breaks cover! Read More: Class 58 Product Page »
CJM to release new name plates for class 67, 92 and 33
CJM has now created artwork for 3 new name plates ready to go off for etching. Plates should be available in Feb 2008 Below are details of the 3 new plate designs;
67 029 "Royal Diamond"
67029 "Royal Diamond" will be available in February 2008. Above is photographs of the actual loco and nameplate taken by Pauline McKenna. Shown left is an example of artwork being sent for etching in stainless steel.
Existing owners of CJM's 67 029 can have their models upgraded, for further information please ask for more details by either phoning or using contact form on contact page ».
92 031 "The Institute of Logistics and Transport"
92031 "The Institute of Logistics and Transport" will be available in February. Above is a photograph of the actual 92031 by Pauline McKenna and also an example copy of the artwork sent away for etching. Released plates will include accurately coloured logo. For further information please ask for more details by either phoning or using contact form on contact page ».
33103 "Swordfish"
33 103 "Swordfish" will be available in February 2008. Above is a photograph of the actual 33103 by Pauline McKenna and also an example copy of the artwork sent away for etching. For further information please ask for more details by either phoning or using contact form on contact page ».