1B43 17:04 Aberdeen to Edinburgh (2023)
10th October 2025Hello! This is one scenario for the wonderful “Network ScotEast” route…
DESCRIPTION: It’s a tranquil summer Sunday evening, and you’re in charge of ScotRail’s 1B43, the 17:04 Aberdeen to Edinburgh, for the final stretch between Ladybank and Waverley. Your 2+5 HST set has run reliably throughout the journey, and the quiet Sunday timetable means the line ahead is clear of weekday congestion. Enjoy a smooth run through Markinch and Kirkcaldy before sweeping across the Forth Bridge, with stunning views of the estuary bathed in the soft evening light. Year: 2023
TRACK COVERED: Ladybank to Edinburgh
TRACTION: Scotrail Inter7City 43026 & 43035
DURATION: 70 minutes
DIFFICULTY: Easy
WEATHER: Summer, High Cloud/Mist
REQUIREMENTS:
PAYWARE:
ARMSTRONG POWERHOUSE:
• Class 92 Enhancement Pack
• Class 158/159 Cummins Enhancement Pack
• Class 168-170-171 Enhancement Pack
• Class 80X Enhancement Pack
• Cloud Enhancement Pack (Optional)
• HST (MTU) Pack
• Signal Enhancement Pack
• Sky & Weather Enhancement Pack (Optional)
STEAM:
• Class 92
• Class 159
• Class 170
• Class 800
• GEML: London to Ipswich
JUST TRAINS:
• Class 220/221
FREEWARE:
ALAN THOMSON SIM:
• Class 334 Scotrail Juniper (2022)
• Class 385 Upgrade
• Network ScotEast (and associated requirements)
• Scotrail Stock Pack
NOTES:
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UPDATE LOG:
• Nothing yet, V1 (10/10/2025) – Initial Release
Enjoy!




