The ‘metal’ painting of whistles etc is absolutely fantastic! My son is a wargammer and high quality metal paints have been around for years It’s confounded me that model railway manufacturers haven’t used such products when seeking a convincing finish So well done Bachman
Indeed, I would recommend any model railroader to walk into a Warhammer store and pick up some gold and brass paints to touch up bells and whistles with.
@@naguoning i imported a Kato E5 shinkansen startset with extra track and a set of carriages from japan into europe, still came out cheaper than the cheapest startset with just an oval and a small steam engine by an European manufacturer, their prices are insane
@@tripel7470 Missing my point. I don't dispute that Kato are cheaper in Japan (and Taiwan). My point is they are NOT cheap in China (other than HK). In fact quite rare there too. I was making the point because it was suggested they are cheap in Japan and China. In Japan yes, in China no.
PECO's OO9 rolling stock is actually pretty decent, with the coaches having proper seating (some of them even have removeable roofs to allow one to fit passengers in them). The Bachmann Thomas & Friends OO9 coaches, on the other hand, are hollow with no seats. They both aren't cheap and are pretty much entirely plastic (which seems to be the norm for this scale).
Amusingly, the slow speed performance with the slightly jerky movement almost perfectly matches a video of Britomart trying to start a heavy train at the Ffestiniog Railway. I doubt that is deliberate though. What a gorgeous model though and bodes well for the NG7 range...
The narrow gauge was always my favourite part of both the Thomas show when i was younger, and the railway series books when I got older. Always wanted to do a OOn9 layout but i dont really have room for a second layout without getting creative.
Thanks for reviewing this model Sam, it's amazing. I'd be interested to hear what you think of the Mainline Hunslet, it has some nice features too. I can recommend the Bachmann Bogie Covered Goods Wagons as well.
A great review and i agree with you, that 009 should be listed with other 00 scale models. The Kato/Peco small England model is not indicative of all Kato N scale steam engines, they are however more delicate around the valve gear. One of the better options from Kato is Their powered chassis my particular favorite is the 109, an 0-4-0 which looks like a diesel, or gas mechanical chassis, where you can use your own bodies. A couple years ago I sent you a picture of my 009 0-4-0t, it should be on your Wall of fame somewhere. It was made from a Kato 109 And a resin 3D printed body that just snapped into place and it had tram covers to disguise the fact that it didn't have side rods. And it was based on a real locomotive from Switzerland that still runs. You should look at some of the different powered chassis available from Kato, Tomix, and others. I'll try to find links and send them to your email address.
Alice was painted originally painted in Indian Red. As all locos at Bala, this runs loco runs extremely well in real life. The pipe and fitting on the side is a steam pipe, possibly the blower pipe; I had a drive of her in 2017 but can't remember. I know on Maid Marian, there is a fitting on the brass bit for connecting an airline for blowing up the fire when lighting up! The real Alice Class are all slightly different. You'll have to get down there and have a look. I have been a Society member since 1991 and a working volunteer for 10 years in the 1990s, firing, driving etc. You need to visit!!!
Yes, I was a member at Bala for some time in the late 90s/early 00s, and enjoyed firing (and very occasionally driving) Holy War and Maid Marian. During the 1999 Gala w/e, I fired the lovely Una (ex Pen-yr-Orsedd, I think), and may well treat myself to the upcoming Bachmann 7mm version...
@@ianjeffery6744 we must have overlapped. I started within a week of Bob SHELL. Plenty of good days, and good nights at Barbies and at the Eagles Pub!!!
I am super impressed by the quality displayed here. Its really quite a marvel for whats been achieved especially considering the size. I primarily work with brass locomotives which are known for their exceptional detail, what i think modern models have over 60s and 70s brass is when it comes to the printed or etched detail. I have a 1996 made Pennsylvania Railroad L1s from Railworks LTD mafe by Yulim in Korea, and it comes with a builders plate that is made 2mm by 1mm and is actually etched and painted and very clearly (with a magnifying glass) says: Juniata Shops; L1s; 1915. Its exceptional.
I cannot stop reading Hunslet as Hulett. I'm close enough to Ohio that I've been able to hear more about the Hulett ore unloaders, some massive old machines of the Great Lakes that I sadly report have two surviving examples that are headed for the scrapyard. A beautiful set of machines I figure this comment section would be happy to learn about, and maybe someone out there could save them. Anyways best wishes to ya Sam. Always fun watching your reviews, especially of more obscure engines like this.
Britomart, a Quarry Hunslet in blue with an enclosed cab, was my first 009 loco. She performed just like this when new, and only really got worse until I gave her a service about a month ago. I much prefer my Small England, Princess, to both my Bachmann locos (Britomart and the GVT Baldwin). It runs better, smoother, quieter, and can haul more.
There is a photo of me driving Alice, which was very enjoyable. Unfortunately I missed out on the model but did manage to get 2 of the other 009 Hunslets. I guess I'll have to get NG7 Alice!
Thanks for looking at a 009 loco once again. And at a Bachmann one too! They may be pricey but Bachmann has made some quality 009 locos. Hope you review more 009 from Bachmann. Their Double-Fairlies are incredible.
Great review Sam, as always! Looks amazing, and I think this Bachmann Hunslet is a far far better-detailed loco than the Kato/Peco one! I really am looking forward to the next 009 review!
This is amazing!! I have some N Gauge track going spare, and have been thinking of getting into OO9, and after seeing THIS I think I will!! From what I hear the Mainline Hunslets and Double Fairlie are also fantastic! In terms of rolling stock I’d say just get some more stuff from Bachmann, from what I’ve seen and heard the Kato/Peco stuff isn’t really as good… Re: price; I think one thing you need to remember is that it is this scale is extremely niche.
10:48 - That's pipework to the blower, usually hidden under boiler cladding or plumbed through the boiler on mainline/standard gauge locos, the whistle is on the steam turret, next to the safety valves at 10:06. Great review, and pleased to see you looking at 009, even if this example is from the quarry on the wrong side of the hill for my tastes!😉 Just joking, yes I'm a Penrhyn person foremost, but I love visiting Dinorwig.
I absolutely love these little locos, both in 1:1 scale and OO9. Bachmann have really done a great job with these models, and I'm looking forward to seeing the NG7 versions. As I understand it, these models were a bit of a passion project from one of the senior staff at Bachmann, and I think that shows. Hopefully Bachmann will release further version of these Hunslets, especially of the other Dinorwic Locos.
Worth looking at the Mainline Hunslet and the Double Fairlie from Bachmann. I’ve got the sound fitted double Fairlie, which I run on analogue as you can with these. The slow crawl is amazing!
Bala Lake have number of these running, if you go August Bank holiday weekend you can see all of them in action with a few guest engines in their Gala.
One of these days, I'm curious to see your reactions to the T&F narrow gauge characters because w/ Sir Handel and Duncan being the next lot to be released, it'll be interesting to see your thoughts on how they modeled Skarloey, Rheneas, Peter Sam, and Rusty being closely based on their Talyllyn Railway counterparts...
for 009 rolling stock, I suggest you take a look at Peco's 4-wheel coaches and slate wagons. Bachmann also makes some similar slate wagons so it would be nice to compare the two.
*ANOTHER OO9 SCALE REVIEW!!!!!!!* This is Epic. I wonder when Sam’sTrains will make an Official OO9 Gauge Layout to go with his OO layout? It doesn’t have to be super huge, and it could be Removable. Also, I recommend maybe getting OO9 scale RollingStock.
Oh sweet, you've got the same 2 OO-9 Locos I have. I really enjoy both of them. As stated by others there is a larger price gap in many other countries, including here in Australia.
Hi Sam. Thanks for the review. Would be nice if a driver figure was also included for the open cab. Guess that the driver was also the fireman on such a small loco. Maybe a nice job in the spring/summer but must of been hell standing on an open footplate halfway up a mountain in the middle the winter in the good old Welsh rain with the wind howling around your ears and seemingly no place to even sit down. Look forward to you reviewing the upcoming Bachmann NG7 scale version when it is released.
Bachmann’s Baldwin 10-12-D class would make a nice addition to your collection. It is an amazing little model with astonishing detail! But, the only problem I noticed is that it tends to struggle on gradients if you’re not going at the right speed. That could just be my model with the problem
Great review! I have been considering picking one of these up and trying my hand at installing DCC/Sound with a keep alive. Basically it all goes in the open cab, and crew figures hide everything from the side.
Glad you liked it, the tooling variations are immense, Bachmann at their best. And yes I've seen sound and light fitted loco's it all has to go in the cab, so you need a carefully placed crew. You just need a trip to Modelu to get yourself and Chloe scanned to crew your loco
These trains in real life were used on reasonably steep gradients in the quarries were they not so a test on a slight gradient could of been included maybe. Very impressive model. Have you ever travelled on the actual Ffestiniog line, Sam? Amazing little steam engines and a great day out. 👍
Alice is really hard to obtain. Bachmann have none in stock. I asked if they plan on producing more, they may do at some point in time but all down to production slots was the answer.
I would be interested in you trying a sound fitted mainline hunslet or double fairlie. Might also be nice to compare some Bachmann and Peco rolling stock.
I love the 009 range, unfortunately I don't have a layout it fits with, although it comes from an era I'm a fan off, and the Welsh slate scene, gives you so much opportunity you build around. And maybe I one day may decide on a shelf layout, my fingers are itching toward that. And the brilliance of 009, rather than TT (sorry TT fans this is my opinion) you can combine it with 00 if you wish, and it fits for people with very tight places. I only wish for one day we see a small broad gauge range, than the 1/76 scale would finely be complete. Nice review as ever ,enjoyed it very much, and it really is tempting me to do a bit of 009 in the future…
Oh i have a few even smaller ones! brought a few H0f - 006? - (still the same 1/87 scale but on Z gauge - 6.5mm - tracks) stuff, when i visited the Nümberg fair in the late 2010's. Its more of just a gimmick, but looks good on a layout. If you interested in more narrow gauge stuff I highly recommend Liliput's H0e models, those are good value for money with high details, Roco's H0e line is OK-ish, but not as good and more expensive, and the other brands are even more costly and u don't get that more for your money (yes I'm looking at u Bemo).
This shows that when Bachmann sets their minds to it, they can make a quality locomotive with out breaking the consumer’s pocketbook. Nice review. I hope, when Bachmann does another release of them, the 4-4-0 American we’ll see some improvements. Bachmann has announced a new n scale “Roger’s” 4-6-0 release for late December, let’s see how they do with this one.
Hi. Just a daft question if okay. I understand that these small wheel base locomotives may stall on dead frog points. However, is the dead frog the size of the locomotive wheel base or larger? If so, yes I’d understand they would stall. However if the locomotive has just one axle touching live track at any time it shouldn’t stall. Can you please confirm the length of the dead frog section and the wheel base of this lovely locomotive. Cheers. Dave.
Lovely little engine - just like the real things, which are delightful beasties (I've had the privilege of firing and occasionally driving some of them). Hopefully, the forthcoming 7mm scale Hunslets from Bachmann will be just as good, or even better. I wish Bachmann would try their hand at some 3 foot gauge prototypes, such as the Isle of Man Railway's Beyer Peacock 240Ts...that really would be something to look forward to!
Hi Sam. The pipe that goes into the smokebox is to the blower. The whistle which goes peep peep is very prominent on top of the firebox not far from the driver. You can't learn what nobody tells you can you.
Wonder if they well be better if you use DCC? Narrow gauge is not really my cup of tea, but it is good to see you doing reviews of these products. In the past I would have only seen kit built narrow gauge at shows, so RTR is a great idea, and I do hope it does well for Bachmann. I am impressed with the level of detail on this model, the metal name plates and builder's plates are a nice extra to have been included, ... look forward to seeing some narrow gauge slate wagons etc to go with this loco...
Funny Story Sam, I actually have one of these in the blue, and it's such a beautiful model. At the moment I don't have any track to run it on (Oh well), but hopefully soon I'll be able to get some. Cheers Jasper & Willow
Bachmann had managed to put a DCC socket in this engine, wow ! It's a subminiature type, like the one I have for the Graham Farish class 03 I have from them. For the rest, wow too ! Bachmann has everything right there, and the quality matches the price. On this engine, the only thing not screwed is the customer ! For OO9 buffs, it's a must have ! You makes me want to buy one, you know ? By the way, if you are interested by a 3D printing project, the Kato chassis of the small England locomotive is available for GBP 58 at Rails of Sheffield.
These are great runners some of my favourite locos, I found the pickups can do with being slightly pressed out more so more pressure on the wheels leps with running alot, and keeping the wheels as clean as possible, also at least 1hr rin in one direction and 1hr in another
A decent looking engine overall, as I have said before wouldn’t mind getting a bit of 009 into my collection at some point, have to say though bachmann do a great job on their 009 products from the other reviews of 009 items they have made.
Hi Sam enjoyed the video, I’ve got one of the hunslets an mine was the same took a while to bed in. Have you seen the kato chassis with the 3D printed body’s on you can paint yourself?
Very cute and small. I love it. Keep being awesome my friend and ur trains are always the best. U never disappoint. I might get one of these to at some point when I get a n scale train set
They're fantastic models and once they've got some miles under their belt I can confirm that the performance really is good. Look perfect with a small rake of slate wagons or V skip wagons. Another great 009 loco I think you will definitely enjoy it the Baldwin 10-12-D another fantastic model with excellent detail and a great mechanism. The double Fairlie isn't to bad but not worth £200 and the large hunslets are good but have issues regarding the mechanism Looking forward to More 009 reviews from you.
Yeah it definitely improved as it ran - fantastic little design! I'll definitely look into more of this OO9 stuff by Bachmann! Thanks for watching, Sam :)
My Quarry Hunslet has had running issues from the start.. I still don’t know why I bought it.. I’ve taken it apart and serviced it several times but I still don’t know what is wrong with it
Hi Sam. Great video. I’ve been watching u for the past 7 years now. I just wanted to ask a question. What hornby or Bachmann model would you recommend for a southern railway?
As someone who's run HOe Continental scale double 009 I would never consider not using electrofrog points on locos this small it will certainly stop the loco from stalling on the points which I never seem to have much of an issue with. Good job from Bachmann though
The ‘metal’ painting of whistles etc is absolutely fantastic!
My son is a wargammer and high quality metal paints have been around for years
It’s confounded me that model railway manufacturers haven’t used such products when seeking a convincing finish
So well done Bachman
It really is - if only all models had that finish - impressive!!!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Indeed, I would recommend any model railroader to walk into a Warhammer store and pick up some gold and brass paints to touch up bells and whistles with.
The Kato Small Englands are typically sold at below 80 pounds in Japan and China. Kato products tend to be more expensive overseas.
even more fun is that you can generally buy N scale startsets for about a 100 pounds in Japan
In Japan yes. In China other than maybe HK no. China actually has heavy import duties and usually only China made things are not expensive there.
@@naguoning i imported a Kato E5 shinkansen startset with extra track and a set of carriages from japan into europe, still came out cheaper than the cheapest startset with just an oval and a small steam engine by an European manufacturer, their prices are insane
@@tripel7470 Missing my point. I don't dispute that Kato are cheaper in Japan (and Taiwan). My point is they are NOT cheap in China (other than HK). In fact quite rare there too. I was making the point because it was suggested they are cheap in Japan and China. In Japan yes, in China no.
Definitely cheaper in Japan... Kato, Tomix etc. make model railroading an affordable hobby for Japanese modellers.
I think if you plan to do more 009 stuff. you should add a new narrow gauge line to one of your scenic sections.
I own a 5 inch live steam quarry hunslet called Dolbadarn, she is over 40 now but still works a charm. Great review!
I am building one but of the Port Class like LILLIAN on the Launceston Steam Railway. They are quite a lump.
David and Lily Reading.
@steamsearcher Awesome! I actually had the chance to drive on Lillian last year after telling the owner I had a 5 inch Hunslet :)
PECO's OO9 rolling stock is actually pretty decent, with the coaches having proper seating (some of them even have removeable roofs to allow one to fit passengers in them). The Bachmann Thomas & Friends OO9 coaches, on the other hand, are hollow with no seats. They both aren't cheap and are pretty much entirely plastic (which seems to be the norm for this scale).
Amusingly, the slow speed performance with the slightly jerky movement almost perfectly matches a video of Britomart trying to start a heavy train at the Ffestiniog Railway. I doubt that is deliberate though. What a gorgeous model though and bodes well for the NG7 range...
The narrow gauge was always my favourite part of both the Thomas show when i was younger, and the railway series books when I got older.
Always wanted to do a OOn9 layout but i dont really have room for a second layout without getting creative.
Thanks for reviewing this model Sam, it's amazing. I'd be interested to hear what you think of the Mainline Hunslet, it has some nice features too. I can recommend the Bachmann Bogie Covered Goods Wagons as well.
A great review and i agree with you, that 009 should be listed with other 00 scale models. The Kato/Peco small England model is not indicative of all Kato N scale steam engines, they are however more delicate around the valve gear. One of the better options from Kato is Their powered chassis my particular favorite is the 109, an 0-4-0 which looks like a diesel, or gas mechanical chassis, where you can use your own bodies. A couple years ago I sent you a picture of my 009 0-4-0t, it should be on your Wall of fame somewhere. It was made from a Kato 109 And a resin 3D printed body that just snapped into place and it had tram covers to disguise the fact that it didn't have side rods. And it was based on a real locomotive from Switzerland that still runs. You should look at some of the different powered chassis available from Kato, Tomix, and others. I'll try to find links and send them to your email address.
Honestly I wonder if Kato was planning around a DCC Drop-in decoder given that's the standard in N scale and what they work in typically.
Alice was painted originally painted in Indian Red.
As all locos at Bala, this runs loco runs extremely well in real life. The pipe and fitting on the side is a steam pipe, possibly the blower pipe; I had a drive of her in 2017 but can't remember. I know on Maid Marian, there is a fitting on the brass bit for connecting an airline for blowing up the fire when lighting up!
The real Alice Class are all slightly different. You'll have to get down there and have a look. I have been a Society member since 1991 and a working volunteer for 10 years in the 1990s, firing, driving etc. You need to visit!!!
Thanks a lot for sharing - appreciate the extra info!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Yes, I was a member at Bala for some time in the late 90s/early 00s, and enjoyed firing (and very occasionally driving) Holy War and Maid Marian. During the 1999 Gala w/e, I fired the lovely Una (ex Pen-yr-Orsedd, I think), and may well treat myself to the upcoming Bachmann 7mm version...
@@ianjeffery6744 we must have overlapped. I started within a week of Bob SHELL. Plenty of good days, and good nights at Barbies and at the Eagles Pub!!!
@@jbhtrams We may well have done! I was usually with the Kent contingent (Andy C and Alan L). Good days, indeed...
I am super impressed by the quality displayed here. Its really quite a marvel for whats been achieved especially considering the size. I primarily work with brass locomotives which are known for their exceptional detail, what i think modern models have over 60s and 70s brass is when it comes to the printed or etched detail. I have a 1996 made Pennsylvania Railroad L1s from Railworks LTD mafe by Yulim in Korea, and it comes with a builders plate that is made 2mm by 1mm and is actually etched and painted and very clearly (with a magnifying glass) says: Juniata Shops; L1s; 1915. Its exceptional.
I cannot stop reading Hunslet as Hulett. I'm close enough to Ohio that I've been able to hear more about the Hulett ore unloaders, some massive old machines of the Great Lakes that I sadly report have two surviving examples that are headed for the scrapyard. A beautiful set of machines I figure this comment section would be happy to learn about, and maybe someone out there could save them.
Anyways best wishes to ya Sam. Always fun watching your reviews, especially of more obscure engines like this.
28:05 it's going to knock your socks off to find out it's re-released for July at RRP £199 according to Rails of Sheffield.....
Britomart, a Quarry Hunslet in blue with an enclosed cab, was my first 009 loco. She performed just like this when new, and only really got worse until I gave her a service about a month ago.
I much prefer my Small England, Princess, to both my Bachmann locos (Britomart and the GVT Baldwin). It runs better, smoother, quieter, and can haul more.
Great to see you looking at OO9! Thanks for the review Sam 😀
There is a photo of me driving Alice, which was very enjoyable. Unfortunately I missed out on the model but did manage to get 2 of the other 009 Hunslets. I guess I'll have to get NG7 Alice!
Thanks for looking at a 009 loco once again. And at a Bachmann one too! They may be pricey but Bachmann has made some quality 009 locos.
Hope you review more 009 from Bachmann. Their Double-Fairlies are incredible.
I was about to buy one, but they’re discontinued!
I think you need to do a T-shirt with "lovely satin finish" on it!
hahaha now there's an idea!!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Or a bit more risqué - 'I like sprung buffers'.
Haha! I like it. How about "I hold my breath for the crawl test"?
Great review Sam, as always! Looks amazing, and I think this Bachmann Hunslet is a far far better-detailed loco than the Kato/Peco one! I really am looking forward to the next 009 review!
I agree! This is the main reason why I prefer the Bachmann hunslet over the kato/peco hunslet!
This one especially is one I have been looking out for but is almost impossible to find under $300 aud
Note: Many of Kato's models from across the pond are really worth trying, I'd love to see you review some of those
This is amazing!! I have some N Gauge track going spare, and have been thinking of getting into OO9, and after seeing THIS I think I will!! From what I hear the Mainline Hunslets and Double Fairlie are also fantastic! In terms of rolling stock I’d say just get some more stuff from Bachmann, from what I’ve seen and heard the Kato/Peco stuff isn’t really as good…
Re: price; I think one thing you need to remember is that it is this scale is extremely niche.
10:48 - That's pipework to the blower, usually hidden under boiler cladding or plumbed through the boiler on mainline/standard gauge locos, the whistle is on the steam turret, next to the safety valves at 10:06. Great review, and pleased to see you looking at 009, even if this example is from the quarry on the wrong side of the hill for my tastes!😉 Just joking, yes I'm a Penrhyn person foremost, but I love visiting Dinorwig.
Kato are well known in North America for smooth reliable mechanisms in all scales.
I absolutely love these little locos, both in 1:1 scale and OO9.
Bachmann have really done a great job with these models, and I'm looking forward to seeing the NG7 versions. As I understand it, these models were a bit of a passion project from one of the senior staff at Bachmann, and I think that shows.
Hopefully Bachmann will release further version of these Hunslets, especially of the other Dinorwic Locos.
Yes, Sam, can’t wait for the next review love 009
I spent easter visiting all the NG railways in wales, I saw Alice, MAid Marian and Holy war all out and running. Also Corris 7 and Douglas.
Worth looking at the Mainline Hunslet and the Double Fairlie from Bachmann. I’ve got the sound fitted double Fairlie, which I run on analogue as you can with these. The slow crawl is amazing!
Im reminded of the bachmann narrow gauge engines from the thomas line
Great vid sam keep it up
Bala Lake have number of these running, if you go August Bank holiday weekend you can see all of them in action with a few guest engines in their Gala.
I have not seen anyone mentioning that the Quarry hunslets are not on sale, But I could be wrong.
The bachmann skarloey is an excellent 009 loco, and the skarloey railway rolling stock is fantastic as well
One of these days, I'm curious to see your reactions to the T&F narrow gauge characters because w/ Sir Handel and Duncan being the next lot to be released, it'll be interesting to see your thoughts on how they modeled Skarloey, Rheneas, Peter Sam, and Rusty being closely based on their Talyllyn Railway counterparts...
for 009 rolling stock, I suggest you take a look at Peco's 4-wheel coaches and slate wagons. Bachmann also makes some similar slate wagons so it would be nice to compare the two.
*ANOTHER OO9 SCALE REVIEW!!!!!!!*
This is Epic. I wonder when Sam’sTrains will make an Official OO9 Gauge Layout to go with his OO layout? It doesn’t have to be super huge, and it could be Removable. Also, I recommend maybe getting OO9 scale RollingStock.
One day yes - I'd absolutely love that! :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
@@SamsTrains, You are Definitely Welcome.
Oh sweet, you've got the same 2 OO-9 Locos I have. I really enjoy both of them. As stated by others there is a larger price gap in many other countries, including here in Australia.
Hi Sam. Thanks for the review. Would be nice if a driver figure was also included for the open cab. Guess that the driver was also the fireman on such a small loco. Maybe a nice job in the spring/summer but must of been hell standing on an open footplate halfway up a mountain in the middle the winter in the good old Welsh rain with the wind howling around your ears and seemingly no place to even sit down. Look forward to you reviewing the upcoming Bachmann NG7 scale version when it is released.
Bachmann’s Baldwin 10-12-D class would make a nice addition to your collection. It is an amazing little model with astonishing detail! But, the only problem I noticed is that it tends to struggle on gradients if you’re not going at the right speed. That could just be my model with the problem
Great review! I have been considering picking one of these up and trying my hand at installing DCC/Sound with a keep alive. Basically it all goes in the open cab, and crew figures hide everything from the side.
Glad you liked it, the tooling variations are immense, Bachmann at their best. And yes I've seen sound and light fitted loco's it all has to go in the cab, so you need a carefully placed crew. You just need a trip to Modelu to get yourself and Chloe scanned to crew your loco
Try buying one anywhere now! They aren't available in any livery at any shops online so worth holding on to. Some sell for crazy prices online.
These trains in real life were used on reasonably steep gradients in the quarries were they not so a test on a slight gradient could of been included maybe. Very impressive model.
Have you ever travelled on the actual Ffestiniog line, Sam? Amazing little steam engines and a great day out. 👍
Out of curiosity, do you an on trying one of the Bachmann NG7 quarry hunslets when they come out as well?
looked on the Bachmann Europe web site and did not find this, also nothing under £200.
You should try doing a review on the double fairlie Sam, it's really a great model.
Cheers Jasper & Willow
Never been interested in OO9 but after seeing this babe I am looking for a corner to place a little shunting layout.
Hi Sam, if it's not too much of a bother, please could you review the bachmann skarloey?
I absolutely adore this little model, and i'd love to get my hands on one but I can't find one for sale anywhere!
Alice is really hard to obtain. Bachmann have none in stock. I asked if they plan on producing more, they may do at some point in time but all down to production slots was the answer.
You should take a look at the bachmann mainline hunslets. Similar but also different. Especially if you get a tender version of Linda or Blanche.
For a 009 piece of rolling stock, I suggest you check out Bachman’s covered bogey vans… I was pleasantly impressed with mine
I would be interested in you trying a sound fitted mainline hunslet or double fairlie.
Might also be nice to compare some Bachmann and Peco rolling stock.
I love the 009 range, unfortunately I don't have a layout it fits with, although it comes from an era I'm a fan off, and the Welsh slate scene, gives you so much opportunity you build around.
And maybe I one day may decide on a shelf layout, my fingers are itching toward that.
And the brilliance of 009, rather than TT (sorry TT fans this is my opinion) you can combine it with 00 if you wish, and it fits for people with very tight places.
I only wish for one day we see a small broad gauge range, than the 1/76 scale would finely be complete.
Nice review as ever ,enjoyed it very much, and it really is tempting me to do a bit of 009 in the future…
are you going to add any details to the layout
Bug boxes! They are fantastic little coaches. I may have to get some OO9 stuff soon to stick on my layout. Thx for the review :)
Oh i have a few even smaller ones! brought a few H0f - 006? - (still the same 1/87 scale but on Z gauge - 6.5mm - tracks) stuff, when i visited the Nümberg fair in the late 2010's. Its more of just a gimmick, but looks good on a layout.
If you interested in more narrow gauge stuff I highly recommend Liliput's H0e models, those are good value for money with high details, Roco's H0e line is OK-ish, but not as good and more expensive, and the other brands are even more costly and u don't get that more for your money (yes I'm looking at u Bemo).
This shows that when Bachmann sets their minds to it, they can make a quality locomotive with out breaking the consumer’s pocketbook. Nice review. I hope, when Bachmann does another release of them, the 4-4-0 American we’ll see some improvements. Bachmann has announced a new n scale “Roger’s” 4-6-0 release for late December, let’s see how they do with this one.
I’ve been waiting for this video for years!!!! How did you get one because I was informed that Bachmann are no longer producing these.
Hi. Just a daft question if okay. I understand that these small wheel base locomotives may stall on dead frog points. However, is the dead frog the size of the locomotive wheel base or larger? If so, yes I’d understand they would stall. However if the locomotive has just one axle touching live track at any time it shouldn’t stall. Can you please confirm the length of the dead frog section and the wheel base of this lovely locomotive. Cheers. Dave.
If you like narrow gauge, try the Lionheart Lynton and Barnstaple 0-16.5 scale Manning Wardle 2-6-2T. They're awesome!
Lovely little engine - just like the real things, which are delightful beasties (I've had the privilege of firing and occasionally driving some of them). Hopefully, the forthcoming 7mm scale Hunslets from Bachmann will be just as good, or even better. I wish Bachmann would try their hand at some 3 foot gauge prototypes, such as the Isle of Man Railway's Beyer Peacock 240Ts...that really would be something to look forward to!
I love that this engine is cabless because it looks more what narrow gauge engines looked long ago
Hi Sam sometimes I Think you could try some of the DCC locos with the decoders fitted to see the difference in the running
Hi Sam. The pipe that goes into the smokebox is to the blower. The whistle which goes peep peep is very prominent on top of the firebox not far from the driver. You can't learn what nobody tells you can you.
Ahh duly noted, thanks for this!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Finally a review on the Quarry hunslet Sam, lol
Cheers Jasper & Willow
another outstanding 009 model from bachmann is blanche/linda with their tenders. they are some of the best models i have laid my mits on
Analogue servo control to compensate for friction and inertial in the forward path would be the solution to smooth low speed running.
Why don’t they fit the etched name plates at the factory? I don’t understand?…🤔
Wonder if they well be better if you use DCC? Narrow gauge is not really my cup of tea, but it is good to see you doing reviews of these products. In the past I would have only seen kit built narrow gauge at shows, so RTR is a great idea, and I do hope it does well for Bachmann. I am impressed with the level of detail on this model, the metal name plates and builder's plates are a nice extra to have been included, ... look forward to seeing some narrow gauge slate wagons etc to go with this loco...
Do you think you can look at the Narrow Gauge Fairlies
Compare the size between this and an O Scale locomotive... would it be considered a miniature railway locomotive? John
Funny Story Sam, I actually have one of these in the blue, and it's such a beautiful model. At the moment I don't have any track to run it on (Oh well), but hopefully soon I'll be able to get some.
Cheers Jasper & Willow
Would love to Get the O09 and O16.5 version
Bachmann had managed to put a DCC socket in this engine, wow ! It's a subminiature type, like the one I have for the Graham Farish class 03 I have from them.
For the rest, wow too ! Bachmann has everything right there, and the quality matches the price.
On this engine, the only thing not screwed is the customer ! For OO9 buffs, it's a must have ! You makes me want to buy one, you know ?
By the way, if you are interested by a 3D printing project, the Kato chassis of the small England locomotive is available for GBP 58 at Rails of Sheffield.
These are great runners some of my favourite locos, I found the pickups can do with being slightly pressed out more so more pressure on the wheels leps with running alot, and keeping the wheels as clean as possible, also at least 1hr rin in one direction and 1hr in another
They are incredible - and absolutely, that's a good idea if it's struggling!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
A decent looking engine overall, as I have said before wouldn’t mind getting a bit of 009 into my collection at some point, have to say though bachmann do a great job on their 009 products from the other reviews of 009 items they have made.
You should check out the Bachmann Thomas and Friends HO narrow gauge line. This way, you can get some rolling stock
Another fantastic review from you Sam 😃👍🏿
Be interested to see how Bachmann's earlier narrow gauge HO9/HOe Thomas The Tank Engine series compares, eg Talyllyn/Skarloey.
I’m hoping to get some dual guage track to run both
the thomas 009 range slate wagons are pretty good from what ive seen
Great review Sam but is it me or do the cab sides rise up going forward >? stunning little loco' though
Hi Sam enjoyed the video, I’ve got one of the hunslets an mine was the same took a while to bed in. Have you seen the kato chassis with the 3D printed body’s on you can paint yourself?
The couplings are in NEM pockets the same as N gauge so it is possible to fit different couplings
Yeah it does say the couplings are NEM online!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
watching this makes me more excited for the upcoming bachmann talyllyn model
Very cute and small. I love it. Keep being awesome my friend and ur trains are always the best. U never disappoint. I might get one of these to at some point when I get a n scale train set
Hope to see the Skarloey engines on your layout
They're fantastic models and once they've got some miles under their belt I can confirm that the performance really is good. Look perfect with a small rake of slate wagons or V skip wagons. Another great 009 loco I think you will definitely enjoy it the Baldwin 10-12-D another fantastic model with excellent detail and a great mechanism. The double Fairlie isn't to bad but not worth £200 and the large hunslets are good but have issues regarding the mechanism
Looking forward to More 009 reviews from you.
Yeah it definitely improved as it ran - fantastic little design! I'll definitely look into more of this OO9 stuff by Bachmann!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Thanks as always Sam!
Man I've been waiting years for this
Great video Sam. I must say that that is a loco that is clearly crying out to have a crew fitted.
Modelu3d do crew suitable for this loco.
The small Hunslets seem to be all sold out from the major retailers, I was thinking of getting one after seeing the Chris Eden-Green video.
Hobbyrail in Birmingham have one I think
Super impressive little model which looks will be getting. Thanks for the great review.
Thanks a lot Michael - that sounds great!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
My Quarry Hunslet has had running issues from the start.. I still don’t know why I bought it..
I’ve taken it apart and serviced it several times but I still don’t know what is wrong with it
This is probably a dumb question but what is the 9?
I understand that 00 is the scale but what is the 9? I assume it’s related to the gauge?
When will you have n scale bachmann Thomas and friends
Hi Sam. Great video. I’ve been watching u for the past 7 years now. I just wanted to ask a question. What hornby or Bachmann model would you recommend for a southern railway?
Looking foward to the Narrow gauge diesel
As someone who's run HOe Continental scale double 009 I would never consider not using electrofrog points on locos this small it will certainly stop the loco from stalling on the points which I never seem to have much of an issue with. Good job from Bachmann though