Dapol have announced an updated Ivatt 2-6-2 tank engine at the Warley National Exhibition.
Like the updated LSWR M7, the new chassis will be DCC friendly rather than having a DCC socket.
The updated model will feature:
Highly detailed body with separately fitted parts
Die-cast chassi
Die-cast wheels with see through spokes
Keyed axles to prevent quartering slippage
3 pole can motor
7 liveries are planned:
1207 LMS unlined black
41227 'British Railways' Lined Black
41208 BR Early Crest Lined Black
41236 BR Early Crest Lined Black
41204 BR Late Crest Lined Black
41319 BR Late Crest Lined Black
41241 KWVR Lined Maroon