New German, French & Belgium BR55s From Rivarossi & Jouef

Welcome to another exciting episode of "On Track With Rey," brought to you by REYNAULDS.COM! In this bi-monthly product review series, Rey selects and thoroughly examines his favorite new model releases from the store. For this episode, Rey has chosen the exquisite BR 55 locomotive from Hornby, available under the renowned brands Jouef and Rivarossi.
The BR 55 model from Jouef and Rivarossi boasts an array of meticulous cosmetic details. With a top-notch paint finish, impeccably crisp lettering, inset windows, brake shoes nestled between the wheels, and finely appointed interior details within the driver's cab, this HO Gauge locomotive stands out as a true gem in the market. Its stunning design features a fully operational Heusinger valve gear and the prototypical "daylight" gap between the boiler and chassis.
Powering this locomotive are robust five-pole can motors, equipped with a flywheel and high-quality gears. This exceptional combination ensures that the model offers a seamless and smooth running experience, along with outstanding overall performance. What's more, the BR 55 comes complete with true-to-life headlights on both the locomotive and tender, with lighting that adjusts in accordance with the direction of travel. For those who appreciate audio enhancements, this model is fitted with a high-end ZIMO Sound decoder, complemented by high-quality speakers and NEM coupler pockets.
Key Highlights of the BR 55 Locomotive:
Five-pole can motor with integrated flywheel for enhanced performance
Maintenance-free LED lighting
Factory-installed 21-pin Zimo Sound Decoder for a dynamic auditory experience
NEM coupler pockets for easy coupling with other rolling stock
Directional lighting for added realism and functionality
Stay on track with Rey as he dives into the world of model railroading, exploring this exceptional BR 55 locomotive that seamlessly blends aesthetics and performance. Don't miss this opportunity to witness the latest in railway modeling excellence!
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[@phillipmaguire4671]

It is so wonderful that Hornby are now making models of high quality under the brands of Rivarossi and Jouef. Over many decades, Hornby from England introduced many young keen people to the world of model trains with their affordable HO/OO scale train sets - often as Christmas or birthday presents. It is so pleasing to see them now doing really high-standard scale models for the serious hobbyist. This is what many people want these days. Good quality and detail, even if it costs more...

[@Ultramesh]

I really like these locos. I have one in TT scale but tempted maybe to get one of the Jouef HO ones too. Lets hope Hornby stay in business in the next few years.

[@stevenpeaketrainsandstuff3682]

I am glad to see these brands are still alive. By rights, these should sell very well. Well done Hornby. These locos look very well detailed, do you know where they were made?

[@danielchastanier2349]

Cest quoi la méga porte blindé c'est le stock d or du magasin ?