| EFE Zone News June 2011 |
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Thursday 30 June |
| Four Confirmed EFE Releases |
The following models have now been released by EFE.    34406 Lloyds of Ludlow - AEC Mark V 4 Axle Flatbed Lorry 36603 Metroline (route 90) - Dennis Dart SLF Plaxton Pointer 2 Dual Door Single Deck Bus 37701 Gardner Engines - ERF KV Short 3 Axle Dropside Lorry |
Saturday 25 June |
| Latest EFE Newsletter |
| The 5th Subscribers' newsletter arrived this morning along with Release Sheet 5 2011. Also included is an updated Subscriber Back Stock List which contains five A4 pages of past EFE releases at special reduced subscriber only prices. Subscriber Model Over Subscribed! The recent subscriber only London Transport RMF Routemaster (32101A) has completely sold out and EFE say they were surprised by the large demand for this particular model which resulted in them being unable to supply all subscribers requesting one with an example. All the orders were strictly processed by dated received and in this particular case those who requested multiple models were restricted to just one to make the allocation as fair as possible. Tooling Update The latest news on the new tooling is that the patterns are now complete for multi-windowed Alexander Y type bus and Bristol RE coach version, the mould tooling is now underway for these and EFE are waiting to know when the first shots will be available. The Bristol VR1 patterns have been completed and EFE are waiting to inspect these before giving the final go ahead for the new mould tooling to begin. The mould tooling is almost complete for the Single Deck Routemaster and EFE should be able to see the first shots in the next 2-3 weeks. Commissioned Models Update EFE have confirmed they have produced a commissioned model for the Cobham Bus Museum, this will initially be available to the Museum's Members only and available at a special event for them at the New Museum at Brooklands. The model features RTL139 (KGK 803) on route 277 to Smithfield and has been allocated stock number 36002B. Any surplus stock will be sold after this event and EFE will give further details in a future newsletter. The Routemaster Association RML on route 104 is mentioned, (see news item posted on June 3) These models are now available from the Association together with a free book if required. For further details phone 01327 830663 or write to: RM Association, Abercorn House, York Farm Business Centre, Walting Street, Towcester NN12 8EU. Future Releases EFE advises that these are the proposed model releases during July. Early July 27627 Wright Volvo Renown - C.M.T. Buses (Liverpool) 35206 AEC 36' BET Bus - East Yorkshire 22517 AEC Alexander Y Type A - Northern 99935 2 Carriage 1938 Tube Train Set - I.O.W. Dinosaur Livery Late July 36604 SLF Dart Series 2 Twin Door - Arriva London (New Announcement) 26410 Daimler Utility Bus - London Transport (route 88) 29703 Leyland Olympian Type C - London Country N.B.C. 20451 Bristol VRT Mark III - Eastern National Newly Announced Models There are also four more new models listed. No further details are provided for these or the Arriva London Dart mentioned above. 26624 Plaxton Paramount 3500 Coach - Brighton & Hove 29626 Leyland Olympian Type A - Barton Transport 34502 Bedford TK Bulk Tipper Lorry - Marston Bricks 25811 Daimler DMS (Single Door) Bus - Western S.M.T. |
Courtesy of EFE, a PDF version of the latest Release Sheet plus smaller scans of the sheets  Click Here for PDF Version (5.1mb) |
Friday 17 June |
| Next EFE Releases |
| The following models are due to be released during the week ending 2nd July. 34406 Lloyds of Ludlow - AEC Mark V 4 Axle Flatbed Lorry 36603 Metroline (route 90) - Dennis Dart SLF Plaxton Pointer 2 Dual Door Single Deck Bus 37701 Gardner Engines - ERF KV Short 3 Axle Dropside Lorry |
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Thursday 9 June |
| Confirmed EFE Releases |
The following models have now been released by EFE.    18206 London Transport (Blue Arrow/route A2) - Daimler Fleetline Park Royal 29409 National Express (Cambus) - Bristol RELH Dual Purpose Bus 30710 A1 Services - AEC Renown Double Deck Bus  |
Friday 3 June |
| Four New Models Announced |
| EFE have formerly released details of seven forthcoming models including the single deck Routemaster and two of the models announced at the Dunsfold Rally back in April. |
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| Two Commissioned EFE Models |
| Stuart Tsar has sent me details of two further London Transport EFE models. The first was mentioned briefly in the last EFE newsletter and now the Routemaster Association has placed adverts in model magazines giving details of the special EFE Routemaster model that is being produced to mark the 50th Anniversary of the long Routemaster vehicles (RML class) first entry into service in 1961. |
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| The limited edition model (1008 pieces) is due to be released following a special road run over route 104 between Moorgate to Barnet on July 3rd. The model can be pre-ordered from the Association and they are providing two options whereby the model can either be mailed out to customers, or collected in person at one of the following Bus Rallies: North Weald 3rd July ; Routemaster Association Show, Shuttleworth Collection, Bedfordshire 28th August ; Showbus, Duxford 18th September. The models are priced £32.95 each and each model will come with a free copy of the Association's full colour 92 page "Monarch Of The Road" book. Postage & packing is £3.75 for 1 model or £7.00 for 2. If you wish to order you can get further details by contacting the Association: Phone: 01327 830663 or email: RML884@virginmedia.com. The model can also be purchased using PayPal, payments should be sent to: routemasterassociation@ntlworld.com via the PayPal site. The London Bus Preservation Trust are releasing an EFE model of their own preserved RTL139 bus, the model is depicted working on route 277 to Smithfield and carries Ty-Phoo nearside & Weston Biscuits front adverts. The model is understood to be an exclusive item for the Trust's members and is due to be released later this Summer at a special members only Open Day at the new Cobham Bus Museum at Brooklands. It's not known if this is a EFE code 2 commission or a third party code 3 item. A public open day at the new museum is planned in August but it isn't clear whether this particular RTL model will be subsequently offered to the general public. |
Wednesday 1 June |
| Next EFE Releases |
| The following models are due to be released during the week ending 11th June. 18206 London Transport (Blue Arrow/route A2) - Daimler Fleetline Park Royal 29409 National Express (Cambus) - Bristol RELH Dual Purpose Bus 30710 A1 Services - AEC Renown Double Deck Bus |
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