I think this is one of those models that signals a changing of standards, and goes so far above and beyond in level of detail that previous 5 star level of detail models would no longer make 5 stars in comparison. Other models now have to measure up to this to get 5 stars.
I think so too - this is the first time I've seen a model of this detail with quality to match it... there's room for improvement, but it sure hits the spot for £160 Thanks for watching, Sam :)
@@SamsTrains definitely room for improvement on quality, but the level of detail felt head and shoulders over many of the models that got 5 stars from you over the years. The only detail features I think I've ever seen of heard of that this model didn't execute excellently were pre installed crew and rotating fans, and both of those are things I can only remember seeing a few times ever. There are a few things they included that I've only seen in reviews you've done in the past year or so, like the etched metal steps and the real dangling chains, plus some other rare and well executed detail features like the etched metal builder's plate accessories and the internal lighting. You've mentioned a couple times in the past that what you count as 5 stars has shifted a bit, and I think the requirements for 5 stars might have to shift up a bit further now that we have models like this to compare to.
@@SamsTrains I can live with the scratches on the paint and the couplers for this price, with all the other features you have with it. My last diesel, the new tooled Bachmann class 20, had costed me near the same price (GBP 153 with UK tax, retailer's price), it's a very good locomotive, but not at this level anyway. I have a good feeling for their class 37, hope they sort out the little mishaps. At least, the couplers...
@@richardserridge2767 Yeah it is, but it's £100 more for DCC sound & stay alive, compared to the Deltic DCC sound & stay alive version. I was split between choosing either but not both. :-(
Sam, further to my previous comments about the Deltic, mine has arrived and it looks and runs fabulously (it's DCC and the crawl is awesome). I had a small problem, in that some of the absolutely tiny steps at the corner of the body became detached and went missing when I first ran it. I emailed Accurascale last night (Saturday) at around 22.30 asking about the problem, fully expecting the same reply I had from Hornby - namely that they don't carry small spares and can't help. Two hours later at 00.30 on a SUNDAY morning I received a reply telling me that they would be dispatching the parts and I would receive them shortly. I'm flabbergasted by this, and truly hope that Accurascale thrive - fabulous products, great prices and excellent service. In case you're wondering, I have no connection whatsoever to Accurascale other than as a satisfied customer.
I am not particularly interested in owning a deltic, but this gives me confidence to pre order one of their Manor Class locomotives. Edit: Excellent model though. Unless Hornby improve, I suspect that Accurascale, Rapido, and Dapol will put them out of business!
As a Midland and Western transition era modeller the Manor was the first Accurascale locomotive I ordered. Having seen the deltic features I had to order Brush type two 5544. When Accurascale get round to producing the centre headcode "Welsh" locos I will be ordering a couple of green ones. However, should Accurascale choose to produce a Landore allocated blue 37 with the "car headlight bracket" for the Central Wales line, then I will not be able to resist !!!!
Hi, I'm keen on the Manor too. Absolutely agree with everything you say. Overpriced and inconsistent quality from the 'Big two'' is not going to bode well. This Deltic looks fantastic. Tempted...
I doubt that, but it may make them up their game. That's good, out of business isn't, as less competition always leads to higher prices and less choice. I am also sceptical about how long Rapido and Accurascale can / will keep pricing this low.
I'm not into model trains, but I'm tempted to get one of these just to mount it on a plinth as a nice bookshelf piece. Deltics are just beautiful, and accurascale seem to have done a great job with this.
I used to be big into model trains and as I didn’t have a place to have a layout or even a small loop I used some of my old track, a Lima deltic, and 2 shipping container cars to make a display coming from behind my tv! It looks very nice and I would definitely do it again
haha I won't correct you... of course I detest buying beautiful models like this xD And happy birthday! Hope you have an amazing day, thanks for spending some of it on my vid!! Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Fair review. I've been on RMWeb and whilst it's not your crowd the Accurascale guys are extremely customer focused. They've offered to exchange locos with less defects that yours had in terms of paint. I get the impression the email support is similarly prompt. I think they've learnt a fair few lessons by this for the subsequent releases. At £160 it's a heck of a lot of loco! To be fair to them the subsequent loco's are increasing in price but none have gone through the £200 mark. Only the 92 approaches that but it has two working pantographs so two extra motors!
Well that's certainly very good to hear - I'm glad they stand by their products. The others are around £10 more expensive aren't they? Still seems very decent! Thanks for watching, Sam :)
They can count on me at least for the 37 and their 31. I'm in for a Manor too by now ! And, of course, their Mk 1 suburbans. Hope they will iron out their teething problems on their next issues ! They deserve a substantial customer base. GBP 160, it's the RRP of a reissue of the Hornby Class 08... Some things have to change !
Oh btw, as for a crawl. We’ve put quite some study into starting and stopping motion dynamics of real locomotives for our modelling matching in the future. We’ve observed that the biggest, gigantic wheels of steamers almost immediately perform a full 1st rotation somewhere between 4 to 5 seconds. Smaller wheels in the post-steam era somewhere around 3 seconds. Consequently, a 'crazy' super slow crawl taking a lot of seconds for a full 1st wheel rotation at departure or small movement isn’t actually very much needed for being prototypical. This is our observation of course, and others may have different expectations.
I think Accurascale is working on the issues. I had an email update today with additional how-to user guides that aren't in the box. Thank you for such a detailed review, I can't wait. My sound version of the Nimbus is still in transit, so I hope to get it by Saturday.
@Sam'sTrains It's arrived, no marks on the paintwork, but one of the stepladders below the buffer in the corner needs re-glueing and that's all. Tested the coupling, it is at the right height for Hornby CDA China Clay hopper wagons and Bachmann Mk1 coaches. Maybe the plastic got warped on yours? You should be able to contact Accurascale for replacements. :-)
This is Accurascale's very first model? For a first go at this, it's absolutely immaculate. Best detailed diesel in your collection. The fact that there's only a few performance issues and some problems with the couplers that seem minor in comparison to the rest. This has to be commended. Especially for such a reasonable price.
Technically Accurascales first loco, however their sister company Irish Railway Models have released the 001 class (Irish loco) which I firmly believe is the gold standard of locomotives, I believe the 001 beats out the Deltic, though admittedly I havent purchased a Deltic as it's outside my area of interest, as well as coming in at a reasonably comparable price
I got my 9016 Gordon Highlander on monday, is absolutely fantastic. One of the bogie chain mounts had come loose in the box and a second disappeared during running in, but the loco is amazing and is even more powerful than the renowned hornby class 60. It can haul all 16 IIA biomass wagons and 14 bachmann mk1s on my relatively tight corners and slight gradients. I also really appreciate how the headcode digits are mostly misaligned, because they would never have been perfect in day to day operations. I didn't have any issues with my couplings, as they seemed to couple perfectly every time and only popped out once when some mk1s derailed on a corner and fell over. Agreed re torque at low speed, on test in my bedroom it took a bit to get going (although that was before I ran it in in the loft). Still awaiting my sound fitted D9009 Alycidon from Rails though. And now I'm excited for the 92 and the 3 37s I've preordered.
Hugely impressive effort and result from Accurascale. I have seen a few videos of the DCC version and the sounds are very authentic. I would have no objection to parting with £260 for that version given that other companies are asking as much as that or more for locos that are not built nearly as well. Everything about this, from the packaging, finish, detail, loco information and performance talks volumes about a company that is clearly determined to produce top quality, top performing products at top value prices. The only downsides weee the coupling issue which probably means this was tested on Accurascale wagons and coaches but not other makers and not supplying instructions on taking off the body- bet that will lead to a few ruined bodies needing replacing. I have every confidence Accurascale will address these issues very soon. In conclusion, the other manufacturers in the industry need to up their game and take this very seriously. Great news for the enthusiasts!
Unboxed mine today. One or two issues, bogie chain broken, a couple of small detail parts dislodged, found floating around in the packaging. Also, the hint of a cyanoacrylate fingerprint in the paint. All now fixed. Removed one coupling to add all the scale detail supplied, and replaced the other with one of better quality and an offset to correct the height issue. With regard to bits falling off - a classic manufacturing mistake. Pre-painted parts will simply not adhere to each other well. Any movement and the paint cracks and releases the component. Paint must be removed for the plastics to bond well. The bogie chains are a nice addition, but make body removal a chore - equally some notes on this task seem to have gone astray... Runs like a Swiss watch. Just ordered the sound set on pre-order from Accurascale. Generally very impressed. Best bit? One hundred and sixty quid. Other manufacturers need to wake up and smell the coffee. With detail that matches a static model, and a mechanism that puts many in the shade, lacklustre sound fitted efforts from anyone in excess of two hundred and fifty sovs won't be tolerated...
Exactly - this was the delivery we needed - hopefully a lot of people will feel much more confident in Accurascale now, I sure do! Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Hornby? Bachman? You taking notes? A Class A locomotive that doesn't cost a fortune to be good. A stunning example of you get what you pay for minus the coupling issues. The crawl could be better but to me is dismissible as it is an express loco for main line passenger service. An excellent model that blows to shame the lemons from Hornby, Bachman, Dapol, and Heljan.
Great review Sam. I received my Deltic today and it looked great. I did have a small problem with one of the bogie chains being loose from the body and another small piece that had come off. Nothing serious. I did take a photo and sent it to Accurascale asking how and where to fit them back on and within an HOUR they had replied with the required information! They do have a series of videos on their website explaining how to fit/remove parts of the model which is quite handy. Agree having to unglue the chains to remove the body is a hassle -I've also order a crew set so will have to do it someday :-)
Another great review Sam. The loco looks splended with outstanding performance too. Hats off to Accurascale. Other manufacturers take note of that price point! I'm really looking forward to receiving my Class 37 later in the year.
Hi Sam, great review. My 55005 arrived a couple of days ago. So impressed. I know yours isn't DCC sound but don't know if anyone else has spotted this yet. Switch on all the lights, F0 markers, F11 red tails, F12 cab and F25 engine room. Then F1 engine start and you even get the lights dim battery drain effect as the engine cranks over, absolutely brilliant.
Glad it was so good! I have, sadly, heard quite a lot of reports of these having bits falling off out of the box, but I'm glad that didn't happen in this case. I'm hoping to get hold of one of their 37s at some point - and if they're as good as this, then I'll definitely have to!
Nope - fortunately nothing fell off mine! I did have to painstakingly refit the chains after disassembly (which was annoying), and some of the steps came off, but this was probably my fault when disassembling, but I'm really looking forward to the 37 too :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Just received a sound version of The Durham Light Infantry. As you show, the detail is incredible and far superior to that any other manufacturer has produced. The sound is impressive and the decoder allows more lighting control. I agree that the weight of the engine affects the slow speed running, however, that's not really a problem for me with an express locomotive. For £250, sound fitted, including postage, this is the best value locomotive I have bought, especially when I compare it to the £217 that Hornby are asking for their DCC ready Class 91. (I paid £200, with postage from a retailer and had to send it back for exchange due to incorrect gauge leading to derailing on points... poor quality control). Accurascale is clearly leading a change in standards that other manufacturers will have to follow.
Hi Sam. I’ve just had my deltic delivered and it’s absolutely mint. The detail is astonishing. No marks on the body. Not one. A very happy chappie. I’m so impressed I’ve ordered another 👍👍👍👍👍
Definitely looking forward to more of accurascale’s products. The Manor and 37 sound amazing. If the Deltic has this kind of attention to detail and hopefully some reinforcement after tribulations from this model (which may be easy fixes), imagine what else they could do with the yet-to-come products and beyond. Personally, I’d really like to see them tackle the Class 28. It’s one of the few we haven’t seen for some time that I believe is in dire need of a comeback
A very fair and honest review with good points hinting toward the competition, I like how you say what you see with the same rigid standards to all. Well done Accurascale I agree with everything said about this model other than running due to having no means to try that myself yet. I have 55022 and 55005 from them with 55015 to come from Rails of Sheffield, also a class 37 on order and two class 31's. Rolling stock I have a rake of their haa hoppers and a rake of tiplers and some mk2 coaches pre-ordered. I'm also looking forward to the Cavalex class 56's of which I have 2 on order. If the other companies produced these with the same level of detail and pricing i'd buy from them also but it is nice to support the people who obviously are passionate about the hobby.
Great review there Sam, I’m still currently waiting for mine which is 9021 Argyll and Sutherland Highlander, from what I have seen so far it is a great model
It's a rare thing that I'm ever lost for words - but wow! The level of detail and the quality for the price is exceptional. The other manufacturers could learn a great deal. Christian
Hi Sam, great review as usual and I am impressed by the quality of the model. The little niggles apart, a wonderful Deltic. Almost tempted to go back into 00 again. But space does not allow it. Deltics are awesome engines and my favourite diesel. This is by far the best model I’ve seen. Looks great and running looks smooth. The couplings are in need of improvement as I would be annoyed if stock uncoupled on inclines, but your one seems to be ok on Gordon’s hill. A good price for the model, if they ever dip into N , would be a top of the list for me. Thanks again for sharing your time and experience with all of your friends. Paul’s N gauge channel watches every video. Superb videos and great tips.
I ended up getting one of these today! I've been in the UK this week and went to the NRM in York for the first time and felt I needed to get a model from their shop to remember the visit by. They had an exclusive "The King's Own Yorkshire Light Infantry" model based off the class 55 in the museum and I thought of this video when I chose it as my souvenir. The detail is top notch and the price is hard to beat!
Wow, just wow! I’m absolutely blown away by the detail on this loco it is just stunning! I have seen photos and short bits about these but have been waiting for your review on it. Great video, keep up the good work. Matthew
Should see about getting a pack of their MGR Coal Hoppers that are coming out over the next year, the fantastic detail puts Hornby's 2003 model to shame (Let alone the 1980s one), especially considering Hornby lists a higher RRP per wagon!
Absolutely brilliant review Sam, and what a stunning model, I'm really annoyed that every single one has sold out, I've always wanted a good Deltic model, oh well, maybe they'll be more made, who knows! I think Accurascale may be one of my new favourite manufacturers now! Here's hoping they continue the good track record! -TIDS
They are - I said I wanted to see a loco from them before making my mind up about them... and now I can get behind them! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Every praise you said in this video for this locomotive is absolutely justified. It's truly beautiful. The couplings are such a terrible shame it was so good, but then at one of the basics it fell down. I give them the benefit of the doubt that its just a early production issue and the paint issues as well. Aside from at 10/10 model. Truly great value here truly puts Hornby to shame. Great review, Sam 👍
Sorry Sam but shocking that this is your first Accurascale review. I have 4 rakes of their wagons and quality and price is in another league. Welcome to the club!.
5:24 the IRM A class came with a similar handbook, using 1950s era designs from posters and leaflets about the loco. Must be a thing they do with their locos
Brilliant and fair review Sam as always, top job. The reason i haven't commented on a video of yours for a long time is for the last couple of years the really warm weather has affected me a lot, but after a chat with my GP regarding what to do about that i am now OK. Best regards Gary.
This model truly is the epitome of what we get when Manufacturers care about the quality and aren't operating on reputation alone to sell things. Long may this standard continue. There's not a single detail Accurascale omitted from this at any point. Their Class 92 is going to be very special too from what I hear. The fact that they are actually going to bother with DCC controlled pantographs is astounding for third rail or overhead operation. That's something not even Hornby has done for their hybrid 802 class which is a model that could certainly use such a thing especially for what they charge (!) For example anyone that wants to accurately portray a Bi-mode 802 Class putting it's pantographs down as it enters a non-electrified zone; it would no doubt do wonders if they could control the pantographs via DCC. Of course it is fair to say that for most layouts with overhead wiring usually the pantograph will normally be up anyway but it's a lovely feature all the same.
This is what we have needed in our hobby, high quality and a sensible price, let's hope the other companies take note. So good to hear that the promised details and build quality have been delivered, thank you Sam for your honest review.
great review of a brilliant looking, and working, model. I shall definitely give the class 31 a careful look. When will some of the other "manufacturers" realize that having their models built for them under contract means they are open to direct comparison with other companies using similar foreign manufacture and box stuffing? Thanks again Sam!
On the lack of instructions on removing the body. They sent out an email in the last week with links for their website with various things like removing the body, the bogie basekeeper, etc. I guess to save paper maybe? There's a lot of links. I'm really looking forward to getting mine once it's been shipped out. Cheers
That was very interesting and an impressive statement of intent from a new manufacture of locomotives. I think the coupling issues need to be highlighted though, as it’s the sort of thing that could become endemic with all the releases of a manufacture it’s not called out immediately. All that being said, will you order a class 92 now? As I would dearly love to see that review (given how poor the Hornby model now is).
A statement of intent is quite right! But yes the coupling issue was very frustrating... could've been a one-off, but both couplings were the same, which makes that unlikely. But sure, I do hope to try the 92! Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Finally a great model at a not so ridiculous price would love to see the interior lights working on dcc and curious would you ever put the coach pull to the test to see if it could pull 65? Would be epic if it did!!
Well, I've commented before about the current pricing from some manufacturers, especially for old tooling. But this newly tooled, high-quality product, which has clearly been made with great care and reverence to the real locos is darned good value in comparison. If my wife and budget allowed, I'd be ordering one for sure, I will be ordering one of their class 31's though regardless. Excellent review Sam
Hi Sam, just watched your review on the deltic. Top notch as usual. I’ve got one on order from rails Sheffield with sound. I was wondering what it would be like with Hunts magnet Couplings as you mentioned the nem couplings were a let down. I’m certain accurascale will do an urgent update regarding the body removal too as I’ve got the old men on order. Also I would of preferred the driver eating Bourbon biscuits 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 and the second man picking his nose. I’ll bet the competition are quaking in their boots.
For your slow speed crawl test, are you using a back-EMF controller? This will always give better results on any loco for slow speed crawl. A non-back-EMF controller is more likely to show the jerking you see. My Deltic is the DCC sound version, and since the fitted decoder uses back-EMF control, the crawl speed is incredibly slow and does not jerk like you were seeing.
The detail is definitely worthy of a 'plus' rating like you mentioned many years ago with your TTS sound King Class review I also like the consist you put behind this locomotive, even if it is just because only that van could couple to it.
Ive just ordered a deltic in porterbrook purple. It looks absolutely gorgeous with the sheer amount of detail, this coming from a big steam engine fan. I bite the diesel bullet with a class 29 but this is insane in its level of detail and the price, as you say £160 is a lotofmoneybut in terms of value for money for what you get its worth it. Shame i have to wait until the new year to receive it.
Amazing! this is great for the hobby, I hope Hornby shareholders see this, they might fire the management team at Hornby. This loco is a game changer.Great work Accurascale. I hope you sell out!
Body removal is covered by a link on their website. I was emailed the document containing this link by Accurascale just after they emailed me to say the model had been handed to DHL for delivery. Also covers things like changing the headcodes. Documentation there- just not where you were expecting it to be.
Thanks very much for the review. Very excited, since I ordered a DCC sound one in blue from the Deltic Preservation Society well over a year ago. Apparently there have been issues with the sound versions which has delayed things a little. I'm fine with that - they are obviously doing their best to get things right. I am a little concerned with what you mentioned regarding coupling height, but we'll see how that works in practice with my rolling stock.
Another fine review Sam.... I would compare this in weight to the Hornby Dublo (Green) Co-Co Diesel, which I think was ultimately turned out by them in Deltic livery.....and obviously without the dreaded yellow ends. I would reckon the Hornby Dublo model, (an all die-cast body), was heavier The Hornby Dublo was fitted with Traction Tyres and they proved their worth in every respect. As was common with Hornby Dublo, they usually ran some long distance, (hours of continuous operation), with a long train, whenever they introduced a new model. Invariably this was run in the window of a store like Gamages, with a report of the test then featuring in the following months Meccano Magazine. When my Dad bought me the Co-Co, (a locomotive was usually my main Christmas present), we were both struck by how powerful it actually sounded. D9006 was the first Deltic we both saw at Leeds Central, when it brought in The Yorkshire Pullman......obviously without the dreaded yellow ends, and long before it carried a name. Just watching it ticking-over was pretty impressive to me as a young 14 year old lad. James Hennighan Yorkshire, England
Nice model, I hope the new model railway companies like Accurascale who care about QC and representative prices start 2 tighten the screw on the big companies/Hornby & Bachmann and start modelling & outshine their trademark locomotives such as the LNER Pacifics!
haha true, but maybe they just announced this too early? The likes of Bachmann/Hornby only appear to be faster because they hold back announcements until the projects have developed further. Accurascale are starting to do this too, so I doubt we'll see 4 year delays again! Thanks for watching, Sam :)
@@SamsTrains they probably did it to give them a cash reserve, since the other brands already have money stored they can spend that money to design and produce a loco before any sales. but with accurascale being so small they needed the upfront cash to then spend on designing, production ect
My porterbroke purple Deltic arrived, similar coupling issues. With DCC the crawl is great. The sounds are fantastic, just not quite what I remembered from my childhood! There was a thrumming noise as they idled in the station that's not quite right, close but not 100% the same. DCC version at £260 is also great value I feel.
Brilliant! I have the prototype Deltic and love it. It has a headlight on hood for sale in USA. Sadly the never sold in US would loved to have seen them run in US.
you should look into the irish a class made by the irish railway models they are all nearly sold out you should get one Sam and review it. It is top quality only 34 left on the irm website. irm are part of accurascale
This looks to be right up there in quality with some of the high-end lines here in the states: Athearn Genesis, Atlas (Silver/Gold), Kato, Bachmann Spectrum, Rivarossi, Bowser Executive Line, InterMountain, and Broadway Limited Imports, to name a few. At a price of around 160 pounds, I’d say that’s a good deal - let’s hope Accurascale do a better job on the couplers next time.
I'm not a huge Diesel fan, but I like this one!!!! The Deltic is a classic much like an American EMD F-3 Class locomotive, and this model has been VERY BEAUTIFULLY made, and I am blown away. This really has me excited about what's to come from Accurascale, and got your money's worth for once!! :)
This is one of the best review ever, Sam! I love it when you find amazing models that are great in price and quality. Your voice also gets so much happier and expressive too lol! Accurascale is now on my list of great oo scale model manufacturer. I love the class 55s! Now, saving up 💵 to get one myself! Happy Pride Month!🏳️🌈
Bonus Brownie Points to the small model companies like Accurascale and Rapido to push the boundaries for a high detailed ready to run locomotive. These seem to be a steal at £160 before the inflation bubble expanded, and an even better price still today post covid and the extreme costs from the other top four manufacturers, especially Hornby. Got to say your reviews do highlight the pro and cons and this Class 55 Deltic doesn't escape your keen eye and testing of rolling stock. I am still waiting on my Porterbrook Gordon Highlander to arrive, and it looks as if this is a top scale model like the wonderful Class 24 range from Suttons Locomotive Workshop. Suttons (in my book) is a hard act to follow, and I look forward to their Class 25 that are due out, fingers crossed, this year. Thanks Sam, for your fair review as always.
I've always felt that the Class 55s always kinda looked weird, as though they were trying to be too American, while still looking British This model and this video has officially changed my view of the 55s. The looks are really starting to grow on me now
Interesting that you have that view of the Deltics. The prototype - the blue and white one in the National Collection - did have a large headlamp like the American locomotives (E and F series) and English Electric were 'asked' to change it on the production ones because it looked too American.
I have one of these (D9009 in as-preserved condition) and it’s the crown jewel of my collection. I have high hopes for their future. So high in fact that I have pre orderered 31128, 37419, 37423 and 50008 from them!
Loved your review. I received the other day the Porterbrook version, which I have still to test. Even though it will primarily for display, I will be fitting magnetic couplings at the #2 end.
There are a whole series of instruction kits supplied on line by Accurascale - incedible detail - including instructions on who to remove the chains - in an online world everything is provided to the level I have never seen before and they inform customers signed up to their website so accurasacle have provided another first interms of loco detail and instructions
Yes that's true John - I've since found that! I still say the basics should have been included with the hard copy manual though, or at the very least they should've mentioned the fact that their online resource existed... I had no idea just by looking at the paperwork! Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Just a FYI for future reference, legally the purchase date is when the item is shipped to you, not when you placed the order. Suppliers should be issuing the invoice dated when the item is shipped, not ordered.
Hi Sam Great Review. I have just received my Accuscale Deltic ( skund vsrsion)sounds great and runs well, but like others bits ha ve dell offin box ie, chains,ione sand pipe from the bogies, and other little bits if detail no idea where from. Also likeyou you pointed ou t no instructions how to remove t hings
hi again sam i am so taken in with this model and your review i watched it 3 times over : ) i have to admit there is room for improvement on this model where easier serviceability is concerned as well as to access to its motor. i hope accurascale takes note and modify this in future models..
For too long now we've been forced to accept that somehow £150+ for a loco is loose change and that we're wrong to expect good quality, reliable models and customer service for what to most of us is a lot of money. It's great to see manufacturers coming into our hobby, bringing competition and giving us choice. This is an astonishing model for £160.
Ahh well - the risk might not have paid off anyway being their first loco... but now we know what to expect for the future! Glad you liked the loco, Thanks for watching, Sam :)
I see you've discovered the Triplex Problem. The Erie Railroad a set of experimental 2-8-8-8-2 locomotives, but the locomotives produced so much tractive effort that they were known to rip couplers out of the drawbars. Your own coupler issues have shades of this issue... though we're not exactly working with 1910s metallurgy here!
You can also have sound to the locos depends on the digital select working with Accurascale sound fitted models I recommend trying the Great Western Manor class with sound to see if it works with the Digital select
I have to say - there are some cases where I think you have been generous to certain models, but in this case I think you have been a little hard on Accurascale. I think the mechanism deserved 4 1/2 - you dinged a full star for the only flaw you mentioned - accessibility - it raised the bar with doubled pickups, dual flywheels, all wheel drive, brass bearings, large 5 pole motor. Performance - again, you dinged a full star for the very slow crawl being a little jerky, and as for quality - I grant you that. I would put the coupling height under quality along with the paint splotches, and the finish and given a 4 or even 3 1/2 if it weren't for the bar raising excellence of the rest of the loco. So - overall, I probably would say 1/2 mark better than you gave.
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I think this is one of those models that signals a changing of standards, and goes so far above and beyond in level of detail that previous 5 star level of detail models would no longer make 5 stars in comparison. Other models now have to measure up to this to get 5 stars.
I think so too - this is the first time I've seen a model of this detail with quality to match it... there's room for improvement, but it sure hits the spot for £160
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
@@SamsTrains definitely room for improvement on quality, but the level of detail felt head and shoulders over many of the models that got 5 stars from you over the years. The only detail features I think I've ever seen of heard of that this model didn't execute excellently were pre installed crew and rotating fans, and both of those are things I can only remember seeing a few times ever. There are a few things they included that I've only seen in reviews you've done in the past year or so, like the etched metal steps and the real dangling chains, plus some other rare and well executed detail features like the etched metal builder's plate accessories and the internal lighting. You've mentioned a couple times in the past that what you count as 5 stars has shifted a bit, and I think the requirements for 5 stars might have to shift up a bit further now that we have models like this to compare to.
The SLW 24 is meant to be the best!
@@SamsTrains I can live with the scratches on the paint and the couplers for this price, with all the other features you have with it. My last diesel, the new tooled Bachmann class 20, had costed me near the same price (GBP 153 with UK tax, retailer's price), it's a very good locomotive, but not at this level anyway. I have a good feeling for their class 37, hope they sort out the little mishaps. At least, the couplers...
@@richardserridge2767 Yeah it is, but it's £100 more for DCC sound & stay alive, compared to the Deltic DCC sound & stay alive version. I was split between choosing either but not both. :-(
Sam, further to my previous comments about the Deltic, mine has arrived and it looks and runs fabulously (it's DCC and the crawl is awesome). I had a small problem, in that some of the absolutely tiny steps at the corner of the body became detached and went missing when I first ran it. I emailed Accurascale last night (Saturday) at around 22.30 asking about the problem, fully expecting the same reply I had from Hornby - namely that they don't carry small spares and can't help. Two hours later at 00.30 on a SUNDAY morning I received a reply telling me that they would be dispatching the parts and I would receive them shortly. I'm flabbergasted by this, and truly hope that Accurascale thrive - fabulous products, great prices and excellent service. In case you're wondering, I have no connection whatsoever to Accurascale other than as a satisfied customer.
Had the same issue, but mine were floating around in the packaging...
Remember though that they are a new player. They have to impress to enter the market.
@@eisenbau Can we figure out how to keep them a new player forever? They're doing fabulous work.
I am not particularly interested in owning a deltic, but this gives me confidence to pre order one of their Manor Class locomotives.
Edit: Excellent model though. Unless Hornby improve, I suspect that Accurascale, Rapido, and Dapol will put them out of business!
It's also given me confidence in ordering one of Accurascales upcoming Class 37s.
Exactly right - I'm really looking forward to the Manors now, especially if they'll be half as good as this!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
As a Midland and Western transition era modeller the Manor was the first Accurascale locomotive I ordered. Having seen the deltic features I had to order Brush type two 5544. When Accurascale get round to producing the centre headcode "Welsh" locos I will be ordering a couple of green ones. However, should Accurascale choose to produce a Landore allocated blue 37 with the "car headlight bracket" for the Central Wales line, then I will not be able to resist !!!!
Hi, I'm keen on the Manor too. Absolutely agree with everything you say. Overpriced and inconsistent quality from the 'Big two'' is not going to bode well. This Deltic looks fantastic. Tempted...
I doubt that, but it may make them up their game. That's good, out of business isn't, as less competition always leads to higher prices and less choice. I am also sceptical about how long Rapido and Accurascale can / will keep pricing this low.
I'm not into model trains, but I'm tempted to get one of these just to mount it on a plinth as a nice bookshelf piece. Deltics are just beautiful, and accurascale seem to have done a great job with this.
I used to be big into model trains and as I didn’t have a place to have a layout or even a small loop I used some of my old track, a Lima deltic, and 2 shipping container cars to make a display coming from behind my tv! It looks very nice and I would definitely do it again
Thanks Simon - you wouldn't regret it - they're wonderful for sure! :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Yes, but not with those hideous all-yellow ends! Small yellow panels or none at all I think.
I want one too, but they are all sold out.
Damn that’s how you know this model is going to do extremely well
can we all just appreciate how sam spends hundreds of dollars for us, keep up the good work man,
Also, it is my birthday today.
haha I won't correct you... of course I detest buying beautiful models like this xD
And happy birthday! Hope you have an amazing day, thanks for spending some of it on my vid!!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Happy birthday Jake
Fair review. I've been on RMWeb and whilst it's not your crowd the Accurascale guys are extremely customer focused. They've offered to exchange locos with less defects that yours had in terms of paint. I get the impression the email support is similarly prompt.
I think they've learnt a fair few lessons by this for the subsequent releases.
At £160 it's a heck of a lot of loco!
To be fair to them the subsequent loco's are increasing in price but none have gone through the £200 mark. Only the 92 approaches that but it has two working pantographs so two extra motors!
Well that's certainly very good to hear - I'm glad they stand by their products. The others are around £10 more expensive aren't they? Still seems very decent!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
They can count on me at least for the 37 and their 31. I'm in for a Manor too by now ! And, of course, their Mk 1 suburbans.
Hope they will iron out their teething problems on their next issues ! They deserve a substantial customer base.
GBP 160, it's the RRP of a reissue of the Hornby Class 08... Some things have to change !
Oh btw, as for a crawl. We’ve put quite some study into starting and stopping motion dynamics of real locomotives for our modelling matching in the future. We’ve observed that the biggest, gigantic wheels of steamers almost immediately perform a full 1st rotation somewhere between 4 to 5 seconds. Smaller wheels in the post-steam era somewhere around 3 seconds. Consequently, a 'crazy' super slow crawl taking a lot of seconds for a full 1st wheel rotation at departure or small movement isn’t actually very much needed for being prototypical. This is our observation of course, and others may have different expectations.
Thanks a lot for sharing Linda - that's very true re the wheel sizes!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
I think Accurascale is working on the issues. I had an email update today with additional how-to user guides that aren't in the box. Thank you for such a detailed review, I can't wait. My sound version of the Nimbus is still in transit, so I hope to get it by Saturday.
@Sam'sTrains It's arrived, no marks on the paintwork, but one of the stepladders below the buffer in the corner needs re-glueing and that's all. Tested the coupling, it is at the right height for Hornby CDA China Clay hopper wagons and Bachmann Mk1 coaches. Maybe the plastic got warped on yours? You should be able to contact Accurascale for replacements. :-)
This is Accurascale's very first model? For a first go at this, it's absolutely immaculate. Best detailed diesel in your collection. The fact that there's only a few performance issues and some problems with the couplers that seem minor in comparison to the rest. This has to be commended. Especially for such a reasonable price.
Technically Accurascales first loco, however their sister company Irish Railway Models have released the 001 class (Irish loco) which I firmly believe is the gold standard of locomotives, I believe the 001 beats out the Deltic, though admittedly I havent purchased a Deltic as it's outside my area of interest, as well as coming in at a reasonably comparable price
I got my 9016 Gordon Highlander on monday, is absolutely fantastic. One of the bogie chain mounts had come loose in the box and a second disappeared during running in, but the loco is amazing and is even more powerful than the renowned hornby class 60. It can haul all 16 IIA biomass wagons and 14 bachmann mk1s on my relatively tight corners and slight gradients. I also really appreciate how the headcode digits are mostly misaligned, because they would never have been perfect in day to day operations. I didn't have any issues with my couplings, as they seemed to couple perfectly every time and only popped out once when some mk1s derailed on a corner and fell over. Agreed re torque at low speed, on test in my bedroom it took a bit to get going (although that was before I ran it in in the loft).
Still awaiting my sound fitted D9009 Alycidon from Rails though.
And now I'm excited for the 92 and the 3 37s I've preordered.
Hugely impressive effort and result from Accurascale. I have seen a few videos of the DCC version and the sounds are very authentic. I would have no objection to parting with £260 for that version given that other companies are asking as much as that or more for locos that are not built nearly as well. Everything about this, from the packaging, finish, detail, loco information and performance talks volumes about a company that is clearly determined to produce top quality, top performing products at top value prices. The only downsides weee the coupling issue which probably means this was tested on Accurascale wagons and coaches but not other makers and not supplying instructions on taking off the body- bet that will lead to a few ruined bodies needing replacing. I have every confidence Accurascale will address these issues very soon. In conclusion, the other manufacturers in the industry need to up their game and take this very seriously. Great news for the enthusiasts!
Very much so Simon - I've heard great things about the sound too. A very good job all round really!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Unboxed mine today. One or two issues, bogie chain broken, a couple of small detail parts dislodged, found floating around in the packaging. Also, the hint of a cyanoacrylate fingerprint in the paint. All now fixed. Removed one coupling to add all the scale detail supplied, and replaced the other with one of better quality and an offset to correct the height issue. With regard to bits falling off - a classic manufacturing mistake. Pre-painted parts will simply not adhere to each other well. Any movement and the paint cracks and releases the component. Paint must be removed for the plastics to bond well. The bogie chains are a nice addition, but make body removal a chore - equally some notes on this task seem to have gone astray...
Runs like a Swiss watch. Just ordered the sound set on pre-order from Accurascale. Generally very impressed. Best bit? One hundred and sixty quid. Other manufacturers need to wake up and smell the coffee. With detail that matches a static model, and a mechanism that puts many in the shade, lacklustre sound fitted efforts from anyone in excess of two hundred and fifty sovs won't be tolerated...
I am so ready for all the other upcoming Accurascale locos now. Can't wait to see how the 30/31 and 37 turn out
Exactly - this was the delivery we needed - hopefully a lot of people will feel much more confident in Accurascale now, I sure do!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Hornby? Bachman? You taking notes? A Class A locomotive that doesn't cost a fortune to be good. A stunning example of you get what you pay for minus the coupling issues. The crawl could be better but to me is dismissible as it is an express loco for main line passenger service. An excellent model that blows to shame the lemons from Hornby, Bachman, Dapol, and Heljan.
Great review Sam. I received my Deltic today and it looked great. I did have a small problem with one of the bogie chains being loose from the body and another small piece that had come off. Nothing serious. I did take a photo and sent it to Accurascale asking how and where to fit them back on and within an HOUR they had replied with the required information! They do have a series of videos on their website explaining how to fit/remove parts of the model which is quite handy. Agree having to unglue the chains to remove the body is a hassle -I've also order a crew set so will have to do it someday :-)
Another great review Sam. The loco looks splended with outstanding performance too. Hats off to Accurascale. Other manufacturers take note of that price point! I'm really looking forward to receiving my Class 37 later in the year.
Thank you very much - hats off to them indeed! :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Hi Sam, great review. My 55005 arrived a couple of days ago. So impressed.
I know yours isn't DCC sound but don't know if anyone else has spotted this yet. Switch on all the lights, F0 markers, F11 red tails, F12 cab and F25 engine room. Then F1 engine start and you even get the lights dim battery drain effect as the engine cranks over, absolutely brilliant.
Glad it was so good!
I have, sadly, heard quite a lot of reports of these having bits falling off out of the box, but I'm glad that didn't happen in this case. I'm hoping to get hold of one of their 37s at some point - and if they're as good as this, then I'll definitely have to!
Nope - fortunately nothing fell off mine! I did have to painstakingly refit the chains after disassembly (which was annoying), and some of the steps came off, but this was probably my fault when disassembling, but I'm really looking forward to the 37 too :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Just received a sound version of The Durham Light Infantry. As you show, the detail is incredible and far superior to that any other manufacturer has produced. The sound is impressive and the decoder allows more lighting control. I agree that the weight of the engine affects the slow speed running, however, that's not really a problem for me with an express locomotive. For £250, sound fitted, including postage, this is the best value locomotive I have bought, especially when I compare it to the £217 that Hornby are asking for their DCC ready Class 91. (I paid £200, with postage from a retailer and had to send it back for exchange due to incorrect gauge leading to derailing on points... poor quality control). Accurascale is clearly leading a change in standards that other manufacturers will have to follow.
Very glad to hear that John - good that the sound is decent too! Yes the sound does seem to be very good value for sure,
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Hi Sam. I’ve just had my deltic delivered and it’s absolutely mint. The detail is astonishing. No marks on the body. Not one. A very happy chappie. I’m so impressed I’ve ordered another 👍👍👍👍👍
Definitely looking forward to more of accurascale’s products. The Manor and 37 sound amazing. If the Deltic has this kind of attention to detail and hopefully some reinforcement after tribulations from this model (which may be easy fixes), imagine what else they could do with the yet-to-come products and beyond. Personally, I’d really like to see them tackle the Class 28. It’s one of the few we haven’t seen for some time that I believe is in dire need of a comeback
This is the first model loco ive actually wanted to buy in a very long time, its lovely, i dont care about the crawl, its marvellous.
A very fair and honest review with good points hinting toward the competition, I like how you say what you see with the same rigid standards to all. Well done Accurascale I agree with everything said about this model other than running due to having no means to try that myself yet. I have 55022 and 55005 from them with 55015 to come from Rails of Sheffield, also a class 37 on order and two class 31's. Rolling stock I have a rake of their haa hoppers and a rake of tiplers and some mk2 coaches pre-ordered. I'm also looking forward to the Cavalex class 56's of which I have 2 on order. If the other companies produced these with the same level of detail and pricing i'd buy from them also but it is nice to support the people who obviously are passionate about the hobby.
Thanks a lot Kev - well done to Accurascale indeed. Hope yours is a great runner when the time finally comes!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Great review there Sam, I’m still currently waiting for mine which is 9021 Argyll and Sutherland Highlander, from what I have seen so far it is a great model
Ahh good luck David - hope it's good for you!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Thanks for your review of this model. This certainly has raised the bar in terms of quality and value for money.
It's a rare thing that I'm ever lost for words - but wow! The level of detail and the quality for the price is exceptional. The other manufacturers could learn a great deal. Christian
I don't blame you Chris - I had to retake several parts of this video because I couldn't find the words, haha!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Hi Sam, great review as usual and I am impressed by the quality of the model. The little niggles apart, a wonderful Deltic. Almost tempted to go back into 00 again. But space does not allow it.
Deltics are awesome engines and my favourite diesel. This is by far the best model I’ve seen. Looks great and running looks smooth. The couplings are in need of improvement as I would be annoyed if stock uncoupled on inclines, but your one seems to be ok on Gordon’s hill.
A good price for the model, if they ever dip into N , would be a top of the list for me.
Thanks again for sharing your time and experience with all of your friends.
Paul’s N gauge channel watches every video. Superb videos and great tips.
Thanks a lot Paul - and I can see why these would be your favourite diesel, there's definitely something about them!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Mine has arrived and I have checked it over with a magnifying glass and it’s perfect not a mark on it 👍👍👍👍
I ended up getting one of these today! I've been in the UK this week and went to the NRM in York for the first time and felt I needed to get a model from their shop to remember the visit by. They had an exclusive "The King's Own Yorkshire Light Infantry" model based off the class 55 in the museum and I thought of this video when I chose it as my souvenir. The detail is top notch and the price is hard to beat!
I love it when it’s a cool that a Lima loco that’s just been re-detailed gets a “New Tool” from sam
When it comes back into stock, I am definitely going to buy a deltic from accurascale
Wow, just wow!
I’m absolutely blown away by the detail on this loco it is just stunning!
I have seen photos and short bits about these but have been waiting for your review on it. Great video, keep up the good work.
Matthew
It really is stunning, that's for sure... glad you liked the video Matthew!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Should see about getting a pack of their MGR Coal Hoppers that are coming out over the next year, the fantastic detail puts Hornby's 2003 model to shame (Let alone the 1980s one), especially considering Hornby lists a higher RRP per wagon!
Absolutely brilliant review Sam, and what a stunning model, I'm really annoyed that every single one has sold out, I've always wanted a good Deltic model, oh well, maybe they'll be more made, who knows! I think Accurascale may be one of my new favourite manufacturers now! Here's hoping they continue the good track record! -TIDS
Thanks a lot my friend - yeah it's a pain that they've all sold out, we just have to hope that they produce another batch!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
What a beautiful model! Accurascale sure is a promising new manufacturer! Great review too!
They are - I said I wanted to see a loco from them before making my mind up about them... and now I can get behind them! :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Every praise you said in this video for this locomotive is absolutely justified. It's truly beautiful. The couplings are such a terrible shame it was so good, but then at one of the basics it fell down. I give them the benefit of the doubt that its just a early production issue and the paint issues as well. Aside from at 10/10 model. Truly great value here truly puts Hornby to shame. Great review, Sam 👍
Fabulous detail without doubt but now is the time to pick up a Bachmann Deltic for a steal. Great review as always Sam.
Very nice model from Accurascale Sam. I would definitely pay for the model for 160 pounds which is a reasonable price.
Thanks a lot Bryan - I think it's very reasonable too!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Sorry Sam but shocking that this is your first Accurascale review. I have 4 rakes of their wagons and quality and price is in another league. Welcome to the club!.
Good and honest review as always, a game changer model indeed, bodes well for the forthcoming Class 37
5:24 the IRM A class came with a similar handbook, using 1950s era designs from posters and leaflets about the loco. Must be a thing they do with their locos
It's a wonderful idea - really adds to the whole experience doesn't it?
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
I don't model in OO scale but I have to say this model is excellent. Good review.
Brilliant and fair review Sam as always, top job. The reason i haven't commented on a video of yours for a long time is for the last couple of years the really warm weather has affected me a lot, but after a chat with my GP regarding what to do about that i am now OK. Best regards Gary.
I absolutely love the deltics and this model is really impressive despite a few niggles here and there.
Definitely a worthwhile purchase.
This model truly is the epitome of what we get when Manufacturers care about the quality and aren't operating on reputation alone to sell things. Long may this standard continue. There's not a single detail Accurascale omitted from this at any point. Their Class 92 is going to be very special too from what I hear. The fact that they are actually going to bother with DCC controlled pantographs is astounding for third rail or overhead operation. That's something not even Hornby has done for their hybrid 802 class which is a model that could certainly use such a thing especially for what they charge (!) For example anyone that wants to accurately portray a Bi-mode 802 Class putting it's pantographs down as it enters a non-electrified zone; it would no doubt do wonders if they could control the pantographs via DCC. Of course it is fair to say that for most layouts with overhead wiring usually the pantograph will normally be up anyway but it's a lovely feature all the same.
This is what we have needed in our hobby, high quality and a sensible price, let's hope the other companies take note. So good to hear that the promised details and build quality have been delivered, thank you Sam for your honest review.
The quality of your review matches that of the loco. Thank you Sam.
great review of a brilliant looking, and working, model. I shall definitely give the class 31 a careful look. When will some of the other "manufacturers" realize that having their models built for them under contract means they are open to direct comparison with other companies using similar foreign manufacture and box stuffing?
Thanks again Sam!
Hornby and Bachmann are profusely sweating now Accurascale have released this.
Also, can't wait to see a OO9 range Sam! :D
haha maybe they are!! This certainly shows what can be done for that kind of money
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
On the lack of instructions on removing the body. They sent out an email in the last week with links for their website with various things like removing the body, the bogie basekeeper, etc. I guess to save paper maybe? There's a lot of links.
I'm really looking forward to getting mine once it's been shipped out.
Cheers
That was very interesting and an impressive statement of intent from a new manufacture of locomotives.
I think the coupling issues need to be highlighted though, as it’s the sort of thing that could become endemic with all the releases of a manufacture it’s not called out immediately.
All that being said, will you order a class 92 now? As I would dearly love to see that review (given how poor the Hornby model now is).
A statement of intent is quite right! But yes the coupling issue was very frustrating... could've been a one-off, but both couplings were the same, which makes that unlikely. But sure, I do hope to try the 92!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Finally a great model at a not so ridiculous price would love to see the interior lights working on dcc and curious would you ever put the coach pull to the test to see if it could pull 65? Would be epic if it did!!
Well, I've commented before about the current pricing from some manufacturers, especially for old tooling.
But this newly tooled, high-quality product, which has clearly been made with great care and reverence to the real locos is darned good value in comparison.
If my wife and budget allowed, I'd be ordering one for sure, I will be ordering one of their class 31's though regardless.
Excellent review Sam
Hi Sam, just watched your review on the deltic. Top notch as usual. I’ve got one on order from rails Sheffield with sound. I was wondering what it would be like with Hunts magnet Couplings as you mentioned the nem couplings were a let down. I’m certain accurascale will do an urgent update regarding the body removal too as I’ve got the old men on order. Also I would of preferred the driver eating Bourbon biscuits 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 and the second man picking his nose. I’ll bet the competition are quaking in their boots.
For your slow speed crawl test, are you using a back-EMF controller? This will always give better results on any loco for slow speed crawl. A non-back-EMF controller is more likely to show the jerking you see. My Deltic is the DCC sound version, and since the fitted decoder uses back-EMF control, the crawl speed is incredibly slow and does not jerk like you were seeing.
the detail is just breath-taking
It really is - they did an awesome job! :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
The detail is definitely worthy of a 'plus' rating like you mentioned many years ago with your TTS sound King Class review
I also like the consist you put behind this locomotive, even if it is just because only that van could couple to it.
Ive just ordered a deltic in porterbrook purple. It looks absolutely gorgeous with the sheer amount of detail, this coming from a big steam engine fan. I bite the diesel bullet with a class 29 but this is insane in its level of detail and the price, as you say £160 is a lotofmoneybut in terms of value for money for what you get its worth it. Shame i have to wait until the new year to receive it.
Amazing! this is great for the hobby, I hope Hornby shareholders see this, they might fire the management team at Hornby. This loco is a game changer.Great work Accurascale. I hope you sell out!
Body removal is covered by a link on their website. I was emailed the document containing this link by Accurascale just after they emailed me to say the model had been handed to DHL for delivery. Also covers things like changing the headcodes. Documentation there- just not where you were expecting it to be.
Thanks very much for the review. Very excited, since I ordered a DCC sound one in blue from the Deltic Preservation Society well over a year ago. Apparently there have been issues with the sound versions which has delayed things a little. I'm fine with that - they are obviously doing their best to get things right. I am a little concerned with what you mentioned regarding coupling height, but we'll see how that works in practice with my rolling stock.
Another fine review Sam....
I would compare this in weight to the Hornby Dublo (Green) Co-Co Diesel, which I think was ultimately turned out by them in Deltic livery.....and obviously without the dreaded yellow ends. I would reckon the Hornby Dublo model, (an all die-cast body), was heavier
The Hornby Dublo was fitted with Traction Tyres and they proved their worth in every respect. As was common with Hornby Dublo, they usually ran some long distance, (hours of continuous operation), with a long train, whenever they introduced a new model.
Invariably this was run in the window of a store like Gamages, with a report of the test then featuring in the following months Meccano Magazine.
When my Dad bought me the Co-Co, (a locomotive was usually my main Christmas present), we were both struck by how powerful it actually sounded.
D9006 was the first Deltic we both saw at Leeds Central, when it brought in The Yorkshire Pullman......obviously without the dreaded yellow ends, and long before it carried a name.
Just watching it ticking-over was pretty impressive to me as a young 14 year old lad.
James Hennighan
Yorkshire, England
Nice model, I hope the new model railway companies like Accurascale who care about QC and representative prices start 2 tighten the screw on the big companies/Hornby & Bachmann and start modelling & outshine their trademark locomotives such as the LNER Pacifics!
Thanks very much - I hope so too, we desperately need to see this!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
If accurascale can increase manufacturing speed but retain the quality they can and will beat the larger manufacturers, great review sam :)
haha true, but maybe they just announced this too early? The likes of Bachmann/Hornby only appear to be faster because they hold back announcements until the projects have developed further. Accurascale are starting to do this too, so I doubt we'll see 4 year delays again!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
@@SamsTrains they probably did it to give them a cash reserve, since the other brands already have money stored they can spend that money to design and produce a loco before any sales. but with accurascale being so small they needed the upfront cash to then spend on designing, production ect
My porterbroke purple Deltic arrived, similar coupling issues. With DCC the crawl is great. The sounds are fantastic, just not quite what I remembered from my childhood! There was a thrumming noise as they idled in the station that's not quite right, close but not 100% the same. DCC version at £260 is also great value I feel.
Haven’t bought a locomotive since 2017 but really want to get one just to support accurascale for this beautiful diesel.
Brilliant! I have the prototype Deltic and love it. It has a headlight on hood for sale in USA. Sadly the never sold in US would loved to have seen them run in US.
Exciting. Always wanted to see this one in action. Nice new music in the intro too!
I wish I had a layout that could really make it worth having a Deltic, cause good lord the Accurascale Deltics sure seem amazing.
I have it on a depot layout 6ft by 18ins still looks fabulous on the refuel centre, You don't need a huge layout to enjoy this loco.
you should look into the irish a class made by the irish railway models they are all nearly sold out you should get one Sam and review it. It is top quality only 34 left on the irm website. irm are part of accurascale
This looks to be right up there in quality with some of the high-end lines here in the states: Athearn Genesis, Atlas (Silver/Gold), Kato, Bachmann Spectrum, Rivarossi, Bowser Executive Line, InterMountain, and Broadway Limited Imports, to name a few. At a price of around 160 pounds, I’d say that’s a good deal - let’s hope Accurascale do a better job on the couplers next time.
I'm not a huge Diesel fan, but I like this one!!!! The Deltic is a classic much like an American EMD F-3 Class locomotive, and this model has been VERY BEAUTIFULLY made, and I am blown away. This really has me excited about what's to come from Accurascale, and got your money's worth for once!! :)
Another Excellent review Sam, you’re enthusiasm makes me want to break my piggy bank and get one.
This is one of the best review ever, Sam! I love it when you find amazing models that are great in price and quality. Your voice also gets so much happier and expressive too lol! Accurascale is now on my list of great oo scale model manufacturer. I love the class 55s! Now, saving up 💵 to get one myself! Happy Pride Month!🏳️🌈
Bonus Brownie Points to the small model companies like Accurascale and Rapido to push the boundaries for a high detailed ready to run locomotive. These seem to be a steal at £160 before the inflation bubble expanded, and an even better price still today post covid and the extreme costs from the other top four manufacturers, especially Hornby. Got to say your reviews do highlight the pro and cons and this Class 55 Deltic doesn't escape your keen eye and testing of rolling stock. I am still waiting on my Porterbrook Gordon Highlander to arrive, and it looks as if this is a top scale model like the wonderful Class 24 range from Suttons Locomotive Workshop. Suttons (in my book) is a hard act to follow, and I look forward to their Class 25 that are due out, fingers crossed, this year. Thanks Sam, for your fair review as always.
I've always felt that the Class 55s always kinda looked weird, as though they were trying to be too American, while still looking British
This model and this video has officially changed my view of the 55s. The looks are really starting to grow on me now
Interesting that you have that view of the Deltics. The prototype - the blue and white one in the National Collection - did have a large headlamp like the American locomotives (E and F series) and English Electric were 'asked' to change it on the production ones because it looked too American.
I have one of these (D9009 in as-preserved condition) and it’s the crown jewel of my collection. I have high hopes for their future. So high in fact that I have pre orderered 31128, 37419, 37423 and 50008 from them!
Loved your review. I received the other day the Porterbrook version, which I have still to test. Even though it will primarily for display, I will be fitting magnetic couplings at the #2 end.
Vous vous trompez, c'était une "Deltic" ( 1C - C 1 ) C'est devenu une CC
There are a whole series of instruction kits supplied on line by Accurascale - incedible detail - including instructions on who to remove the chains - in an online world everything is provided to the level I have never seen before and they inform customers signed up to their website so accurasacle have provided another first interms of loco detail and instructions
Yes that's true John - I've since found that! I still say the basics should have been included with the hard copy manual though, or at the very least they should've mentioned the fact that their online resource existed... I had no idea just by looking at the paperwork!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Wow! fantastic review I am sold on the high quality build, thanks Sam my hat of to you !
Just a FYI for future reference, legally the purchase date is when the item is shipped to you, not when you placed the order. Suppliers should be issuing the invoice dated when the item is shipped, not ordered.
Hi Sam
Great Review. I have just received my Accuscale Deltic ( skund vsrsion)sounds great and runs well, but like others bits ha ve dell offin box ie, chains,ione sand pipe from the bogies, and other little bits if detail no idea where from. Also likeyou you pointed ou t no instructions how to remove t hings
Mine is arriving Monday. Can't wait
Hi have 2 Blue versions brake actuators were loose when one arrived but credit to accurascale on it and spares inbound exceptional locos!!
Amazing review Sam, honest and genuine you are a star. I want one 😁👍
hi again sam i am so taken in with this model and your review i watched it 3 times over : ) i have to admit there is room for improvement on this model where easier serviceability is concerned as well as to access to its motor. i hope accurascale takes note and modify this in future models..
wow, what a model, I will have to get one, brilliant video mate, keep up the good work 👍
Impressive. The SLW 24s look even better though! Etched grilles etc etc! Only issue again is the paint finish.
A good honest review, thank you. I have a Porterhouse version due in a few days!
Great review, hope Hornby and others take note 📝
For too long now we've been forced to accept that somehow £150+ for a loco is loose change and that we're wrong to expect good quality, reliable models and customer service for what to most of us is a lot of money. It's great to see manufacturers coming into our hobby, bringing competition and giving us choice. This is an astonishing model for £160.
I feel the same way! So good to see a model like this that shows us we can expect great things for that cost!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Wish I'd ordered one of these, I'm quite jealous after seeing this review. Lovely model.
Ahh well - the risk might not have paid off anyway being their first loco... but now we know what to expect for the future! Glad you liked the loco,
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Back on sale only small amount remaining!
@@philipupton6790 thank you so much! Got my order in. You can actually see the stock reducing by the minute!
Great to have so many running numbers and info etc.
I see you've discovered the Triplex Problem. The Erie Railroad a set of experimental 2-8-8-8-2 locomotives, but the locomotives produced so much tractive effort that they were known to rip couplers out of the drawbars. Your own coupler issues have shades of this issue... though we're not exactly working with 1910s metallurgy here!
You can also have sound to the locos depends on the digital select working with Accurascale sound fitted models I recommend trying the Great Western Manor class with sound to see if it works with the Digital select
Really superb. Well done accurascale
I have to say - there are some cases where I think you have been generous to certain models, but in this case I think you have been a little hard on Accurascale. I think the mechanism deserved 4 1/2 - you dinged a full star for the only flaw you mentioned - accessibility - it raised the bar with doubled pickups, dual flywheels, all wheel drive, brass bearings, large 5 pole motor.
Performance - again, you dinged a full star for the very slow crawl being a little jerky, and as for quality - I grant you that. I would put the coupling height under quality along with the paint splotches, and the finish and given a 4 or even 3 1/2 if it weren't for the bar raising excellence of the rest of the loco. So - overall, I probably would say 1/2 mark better than you gave.
And also - damn you Sam, now I have to part with £160 - if I can still find one available come Friday.
Got an accurascale manor on order - this does bode well
The new Marklin trains have a the same problem with couplers. That style does not lock in well at all. Excellent review!