You're unfair. The wrapped class 66 had an hidden quality feature : it burns very well....

@SamsTrains

2 жыл бұрын

But what about the toxic fumes? I should’ve deducted marks for those! I got bronchitis

@Damien.D

2 жыл бұрын

@@SamsTrains ultra realistic diesel. Do not set it on fire indoor!

@williamsquires3070

Жыл бұрын

That’s handy on a frozen, windy Winter’s day. Don’t want the passengers at the station freezing to death, do we?

@Scotsman_45722

Жыл бұрын

​@@SamsTrains yes

@ProAx32

6 ай бұрын

Bachman is so bad and it gets the worst of sam

11:53 I did some research, turns out that's not an FEF class locomotive. The locomotive is actually a new york central Niagara locomotive with it's smoke deflectors removed, its NYC black paint replaced with the UP greyhound livery, and a Vanderbuilt tender replacing its NYC centipede tender. I guess you could also nickname this engine "the northeast imposter"

@SodorStudiosAndCoProductions

2 жыл бұрын

When the *FEF* is *S U S*

@samorowell535

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe the UP bought some disused Niagaras and converted them to oil firing… Idk but that would make sense as a fictional backstory

@Michipicoten

2 жыл бұрын

SUS

@nathantaylor4217

2 жыл бұрын

That explains ALOT about it. I bet they're the old ones with split chassis, also plastic axles(Because of the Split chassis design) which means the wheels like to fall off. My old Niagara also have issues with the valve gear easily bending/getting jammed. (typically a result of a wheel coming off it's axle

@dracoarton94

2 жыл бұрын

I have one myself and added new smoke deflectors, as well as weathered it and added crew figures

Sam is a brilliant comic. This episode had me howling. The "Boobie Tat" getting a snow day? Burning the Malcom? Kicking the bucket? Not only do we get stone cold analysis, but superb humor.

@Bartokassualtdude94

2 жыл бұрын

Are you sure he's not the Angry Model Railroad Nerd?

Sam, would you ever consider putting the scores up anywhere as a permanent list that we can find each rating rather quickly?

@SamsTrains

2 жыл бұрын

Last video of the year will have them in the video! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@dennisneo1608

Жыл бұрын

Why?

I was half-expecting the Hush Hush to be in the Top 5 owing to your particular example being such a rotten example. Fortunately, it seems that they are not all as bad but Hornby do need to put your one right or give you a full refund, despite your significant attempt to repair it.

@ianallen8305

2 жыл бұрын

I doubt Sam will send it back now they sell for more than £500 highest £895 for a damaged one…… you didn’t send it back did you Sam?

@stratman9449

2 жыл бұрын

@@ianallen8305 oh...so i made a good purchase then after all for mine at 149.99 Gbp.....and it's asmooth runner too.....:-D

@SamsTrains

2 жыл бұрын

The Hush Hush arrived after I filmed this unfortunately, though it's amazing level of detail and quality finish just about saved it from the bottom 5 anyway! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@oscarosullivan4513

2 жыл бұрын

Hornby and Seiko share one thing, poor qc

The American steam locomotive you can get actually came in a pretty big and good train set and from what I've seen is a good price for what's included

@SamsTrains

2 жыл бұрын

Yes that's right - I think that has turned up in a fair few train sets!! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@therailfanman2078

2 жыл бұрын

@@SamsTrains I want to get one but I've never had the money to get one and usually there pretty expensive for the price range I usually have

@henrybigGreen

2 жыл бұрын

Sam please get yourself a big boy or at the very least a Dreyfuss Hudson or even a New York central niagra they won't disappoint you I promise you that

@therailfanman2078

2 жыл бұрын

@@SamsTrainsI agree with him the athearn big boy is a great locomotive and I own one so yea if you want a big boy that is detailed and not a few decades old get the athearn one also the scale trains big blow turbine is a locomotive that is very detailed or the athearn Challenger steam locomotive it looks good from what I've seen

@BeauMinnick

2 жыл бұрын

Sam that Bachmann 4-8-4 was tooled in the 70s. It is junk. Now for a good EFE3 Broadway Limited is the game, and yes I just dropped $ 560.00 on one. But that's the price you pay for good big American steam.

How can you not love this guy. He was one that git me back into it. Saw him on the Hornby yesterday series. Enthusiasm is infectious

I love how funny you are in this video really shows that behind the serious model train reviewer there is a comedic side and i'm all for it. Can't wait to see the best locos of 2021, shame the Hush Hush won't be there will never forgive Hornby for that.

@SamsTrains

2 жыл бұрын

haha thanks very much Ben - glad you like the daft moments! ;D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@blueskyboys9855

2 жыл бұрын

@@SamsTrains Ha ha... Sam the daft bits made the video for me... especially the Adams 02 getting pegged into the snow.... brilliant.. Seasons Greetings Scott

Although I don't collect model trains (I am into classic cars more), I love your videos and presentation... I love the aesthetics of old trains. Since I am an artist, I find it inspiring. I now feel like I must draw a realistic old locomotive and I will let you choose which one.

@SamsTrains

2 жыл бұрын

That's awesome to hear - really glad you like seeing these! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@stanojevicnatasa2514

2 жыл бұрын

@@SamsTrains if you ever want me to draw a specific locomotive, I would enjoy to do so in my spare time, your content is really inspirational for me as a lover of retro and vintage aesthetics.

I actually had a great laugh (cause it was funny) over your rating/punishment of the 66 given I’ve got a DB Schenker one, without the wrap! I had it running on a club model railway layout last month, and there are 2 sections it has to get up a decent gradient. Had a mixture of 12 wagons behind her, from hoppers to loaded container wagons, and she did it with ease. Weirdly enough, some commented it was “smooth!” Which I know goes against the experience you had for it. But overall I agree, it’s a cheap loco, isn’t the greatest, needs to be overhauled but is still relatively okay.

Great work Sam, my son loves watching your videos and as a train collector myself I can say you are entertaining and accurate, happy new year and cheers for making lockdowns more bearable!

Happy Christmas to you Sam! Another fab year of content from you. Have a nice break over the festive period and play with trains as much as you can!

Sam, your videos are always fun to watch and your reviews are always honest… never be ashamed of speaking the truth my friend… keep up the good work, because you have many people who have bought or refrained from buying based on your reviews…. Cheers Simon

@SamsTrains

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Simon - I'll never be afraid to do that!! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

I was thinking, "oh, hornby isn't on this list, well done the-" then the 66 came on screen! Your punishments are to cruel, harassing a train with christmas, and in December to! Outrageous! I'm calling the BTSFHPAFT (British transport society for helping poor and forgotten trains.)

@SamsTrains

2 жыл бұрын

haha yep - no escape for the 66 sadly! Oh please no.... not the BTSFHPAFT!! D: Thanks for watching - Sam :)

Seems the class 17 has around the same reputation as the real life counterpart!

@SamsTrains

2 жыл бұрын

haha very much so!! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@pilotbug6100

Жыл бұрын

So it it should be the best. It is the most accurate.

That 1# spot reminded me of early 90sBachmann diesel locomotives with plastic chassis and pancake motors. I don’t see how anybody anywhere could think that is an OK product to give in this modern era, there’s a reason why even Bachmann stopped making them.

@mrbluesky2050

2 жыл бұрын

you mean Lima.....

Another great video Sam, and very entertaining....humour to soften the blows inflicted by "model makers"....works for me. Hope you are feeling better, be safe and well. Have a great Christmas.

A shame about the ROD, I wanted it for a long time before your review, I actually got it for my birthday soon after. I do still like it. Maybe one day I can find a way of cutting notches into the chassis to fit bearings for the axles, so that the lifetime of them can be extended. Maybe replace the motor as well. I guess you can count this as "defending it" but I think the lack of detail (around the outside) is prototypical, it's an army engine, they weren't built to be pretty. But for the price you are right, a less detailed loco should be cheaper, especially with the horrible mechanism. Thankfully mine didn't come with the glue marks in the cab, and so I can just admire the great looks of it's interior, they did do a great job with that part.

@SamsTrains

2 жыл бұрын

The RODs aren't absolutely terrible - I think the mechanisms are, but they can run well, for a time at least! The lack of detail/basic decoration wasn't a criticism by any means - I just think the price was unreasonably high given how simple the model was! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

Sam, Would you ever consider N gauge? I have a N gauge layout but miss the reviews for N gauge stuff

This was good fun, great job Sam. Will look forward to the best 2021 models video.

I’ll say this though Sam, your packing for the 66 was about as good as Hornby’s current ‘standard’

@SamsTrains

2 жыл бұрын

haha it was almost identical... except I used more tape ;) Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@glynlewis1664

2 жыл бұрын

I was going to say the same! It looks like the packing for my hush hush....only better!

Now, here's a late response! I'm a newcomer to Sam's Trains and have watched masses of your vids in the last few weeks, despite not having a model railway these days. You make insightful, professional and provoking videos that I enjoy on a number of levels. But this one takes the biscuit! It's just refreshing to watch someone actually express, and justify, their opinions whilst obviously being a bit provocative. Keep up the great work!👍🏻

Great video sam, all those 5 are shocking by a) level of detail for price b) price itself C) poor performance - especially last 2 and feel that scores for these models - especially last 3 should be re-adjusted down < 4.0. No excuse for manufactures to produce such tact for the high prices they charge and pricing more hobbyists and new owners, e.g., young children, grandparents, out of the market

All the original Heljan Class 17's were recalled due to motor issues. If I recall, I had to send mine back via the dealer and it returned with a new chassis.

Love this video and was thoroughly entertained by it. I was particular taken by the "sarcastic applause" bit - actually a bit scary! Thanks for posting!

a week after you posted this my grandfather passed away... Its been over a year and I'm still hurting from it. Your videos keep me goinh. Thank you Sam

4:41 felt like I’m watching a horror movie about people who judges the bad actors which is the model trains. I’m more than creeped out by the disturbance and the monotone of the clapping and the grayscale. Sam, you know how to make things feel unsettling when you want a certain part to feel off.

Your absolutely right with the number one choice, I had two class 66 the DB Schenker and the Yeoman liveries extremely bad models and like you said they weren't in the cheap railroad range. Regards David

The punishments were just absolutely hilarious I was laughing so much at some of them great video can't wait to see the best models of 2021

@REDARROW_A_Personal

2 жыл бұрын

I think them going back on e-bay for the prices Sam thought would have been worth it. Instead of acting like a child. I wouldn't dare set fire to a model train or out right throw one around or sit on it. Especially the cost they came at. Hec I wouldn't mind having that Class 17, Class 66 and that American Locomotive if he doesn't want it for cheep.

@SamsTrains

2 жыл бұрын

haha thanks David - really glad you enjoyed it! Seems Redarrow missed the point that this was done for entertainment... no locos were damaged in the making of this video! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@REDARROW_A_Personal

2 жыл бұрын

@@SamsTrains It's all good! I was shocked at first, but you clearing that up made it ok.

Great video it is a video anybody in this hobby should see. It shows you what to watch out for just because you pay more for an engine it does not mean it is better. Sam I hope you are feeling better. I will keep you in my prayers hope you have a Merry Christmas and a happy new year.

I was semi-surprised about the FEF problem. I have one of the same type, paint scheme and all, except it’s engine driven. No wires to the tender at all. Of course, this was from a train set that came with freight cars, track, and it had a smoke unit. But that handled curves very well. Interesting how one change can ruin performance

That's great Sam! Thanks for the best laugh I have had this Xmas!

The note with the Comic Sans MS is the icing on the cake for me! Amazing video, happy new year :)

I totally agree with the Hornby class 66 as it really was pants but I would have thought that the hush hush would have been THE WORST locomotive of the year as it was just so bad that it didn’t really work out of the box and required a huge amount of work just to get it to run and especially after the extended wait and extortionate price 👎

@jdenm8

2 жыл бұрын

I wonder if the 66 would run any better if it was retrofitted with the Lima G-Motor (their Ringfield) it was designed to have in it.

As soon as I saw the title, i knew it was going to be good! Sam's face when he does the Sarcastic Clapping, couldn't stop laughing!

@SamsTrains

2 жыл бұрын

haha thank you! Hope you enjoy it! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

11:43 might be the most ridiculous face I’ve ever seen Sam pull. Great video though Sam! 😂

@Shinyspddmn

2 жыл бұрын

I totally missed that the first time, that's hilarious

@Colz_

2 жыл бұрын

It took me 30 minutes just to pause it on him it's so hard to pause on him from not joking it actually took me like 30 minutes

I don't understand why anyone would make a light plastic locomotive. By definition, locos are heavy, to firmly press against the rails and to have good traction.

Best video of the year Sam 🤣 definitely agree with your results. I also wanna know what forum was it that you keep going on about?

Thank you Sam for the insight into these badly made trains , saves me a lot of disappointment in buying some of them , unfortunately most models are made in China and true to form I have never seen anything of quality come out of China yet .

I hate the way people go and cry about you unfair you are on the forums. They are fine with people posting reviews which are incorrect, but you - rather than just pointing out the good, you also point out the bad. That's why you are my go-to reviewer, and I think I speak for many thousands of people when I say don't stop producing or change your ways because a couple of people who claim they know better. Keep up the good content Sam!

@samspade5962

2 жыл бұрын

Couple of people,hmm 🤔 I wonder who they could be,😂

@OlivierGabin

2 жыл бұрын

Well, as I said so here, Sam tests his locomotives in real-life conditions. And he is not into shelf queens : if it don't run good, it's a no-buy, period.

I have to say that these "turkeys" all appear to have been made in the PRC, I cant help but notice a drop in build quality when ever the manufacturers move their operation there, as my older models all run with a lot less problems, or could it be that the makers feel they have a captive market with which they can take liberties?

Happy Christmas Sam's Trains. Have enjoyed the videos.

That American Bachmann loco is typical of the standard of Bachmann's North American range as a whole. I'm always surprised to see how much nicer their OO offerings are.

@SamsTrains

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah me too - their UK models (or rather their recent ones) are of a way higher quality! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

I bought a similar loco to the 5th worst one: Bachmann LNER O4, which has the same design as the ROD 2-8-0. The difference is that I got it for £90, which I think it's quite a good price for it.

@SamsTrains

2 жыл бұрын

Yes it has the same chassis you're right... but far less painful at £90! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

Hi Sam, great video. I paid £165 for The Isle of Wight Steam Railway's EFE Adams 02 and it is perfect! I bought it to help them out during COVID. It has the best detail, paint and finish of the 50 or so OO locos I own. It is the quietest runner I own too. My Bachmann 1P looks great but slows to a crawl and stall or takes off at Mach 2 without touching the controller. I have 3 Hornby Schools that are perfect unlike yours. Quality Control seems to be a massive problem and I also think that locos bought from discount outlets are not as good as the ones I buy from my local shop or by mail order small retailers. I will just add that I only own 50 or so as I have sent over 20 back to online discounters and zero back to my local store or small shop online retailers. Keep up the good work young man

@andrewdking

2 жыл бұрын

Interesting; I wonder if the discounters are selling seconds, but not advertising them as such. Selling seconds is common in the pottery industry, but you know what you are buying

Damn, I know this is a niche hobby to some extent but the markup on some of these trains is mindblowing.

Good one Sam. I do like your reviews and am heavily influenced by your findings. Merry Christmas and look forward to watching what you like the best :)

@SamsTrains

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much Steven, so glad these vids are of use to you... hope you like the best locos video! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

I was so pleased to see the Hornby 66 as the “winner” following your earlier review, truly awful! I think there’s an interesting comparison/contradiction between their TV propaganda “it’s all about the detail” (not to mention their prices) and what they actually sell us. I DO hope that it was inside the burning box? Subscribed and Happy Christmas. TonyS

@SamsTrains

2 жыл бұрын

haha yeah - I don't feel bad about that one at all! But no, sadly it wasn't inside the burning box! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@markcousins9337

2 жыл бұрын

It looks like re-hashed Lima model. The National Power 59 I had years ago certainly was Lima. Funnily enough, Rails of Sheffield were asking not far off what you paid for that 66 for a used 59 "Vale of York" at Heaton Lodge at the weekend.

@gamingwithlukeJToH

2 жыл бұрын

@@SamsTrains I Thought It Wasn't Because When You Kicked The Burning Box I Didn't See Anything But Burning Cardboard. I Also Think You Would Have Refunded Or Sold It Instead Of Burning It.

Totally bonkers . . . but so funny and enjoyable. Say no more. . . keep it uppppppp !!!!

Sorry about this, Sam... but it's time to cheat! 5th: Bachmann ROD 2-8-0 4th: EFE Rail Adams 02 3rd: Heljan Class 17 2nd: Bachmann UP 4-8-4 1st: Hornby Class 66 Honestly, I may get a Class 17, I like Derek and felt he had more potential as a character. My personal honorable mention is the Hornby W1 Hush Hush. And I honestly must say that 18:32 is the most bizarre funeral I've ever seen. 😓 Can't wait for top 5. I have a feeling the Dapol Large Prairie is in there... We'll see. Cheers Sam.

Listen as sarcastic applause becomes a better steam exhaust sound effect than many fitted to locos! Not sure how the Hush Hush didn't end up as the worst of the year based on your review of that. A loco that didn't run, had massive detail issues (including that cab) and wobbly plastic ... bleurgh! Marry Christmas, Sam.

Genuinely surprised not to see the Hush Hush on this list.

Hi Sam, you are so right about the Bachmann ROD. Mine is a seriously poor runner, binding as it moves. However I have a couple of the O2s from the Kernow/DJ stable, and they are quite good. They are not the heaviest, but can haul rather more than you found, and the finish is neat and well done. I wonder if EFE is using a different factory.

What problems did you have with your Heljan class 17? I've got one identical to yours and I've never had an issue with it

@SamsTrains

2 жыл бұрын

All explained in the video! Glad to hear you had no problems though! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

Some of the Twitter police was calling you carpet boy. I did point out that Green wasn’t a nice colour on them. Keep up the good work Sam!

I'm surprised the Hornby Hush Hush wasn't on the list.

Owned the Bachmann Niagara and FEF models for 6 years now (though they all use the Niagara shell). My complaint is the wretched wiring between the locomotive and tender. The wiring is rather fragile to be hanging so low near the rails. Locomotives without the wiring take switches and curves much easier.

Surprising to see a Hornby train in 1st place... that 66 does deserve it's place tho haha, nice video :)

I don't know much about trains. I used to do them a long long time ago. WHen I talked about my old train having metal parts - it was a Bachmann. So they're still the brand to go with - as long as its the higher in models. LOL - you crush trains you don't like. BRAVO!

This channel is a really, really hidden jewel, you deserve a lot of more subs.

@SamsTrains

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!! :D

19:37 the echoing wheeze!!! 🤣

I’d imagine with some modification the Union Pacific loco could be vastly improved. Just a bit of paint touch up and fixing that drawbar issue, and you’d have a half decent looking locomotive!

Great video, very funny, those nicknames were very interesting haha! Also rest in pieces Class 17, you won’t be missed! I wonder what the best models video will be like? TheImperialDiamondSpinosaurus

@SamsTrains

2 жыл бұрын

haha thanks very much! Unfortunately the class 17 wasn't harmed in this video!! ;D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

Hello Sam. I came across your videos quite by chance, but you have brought MANY smiles to this miserable old bugger!! I just LOVE your honesty and very self-effacing style. You are the most interesting and amusing "anorak" I have ever seen!! I have NO IDEA why people bother to argue with you; It is patently clear that you really know your stuff! The first video I watched was your review of the "Hush Hush" and I was so impressed with the lengths you went to, to give it a fair "crack of the whip"! (I think I would have thrown it out of the window!) Mind you; I would have ensured the window was open first, as after paying £120.00 for the thing, I wouldn't have wanted to add a glaziers bill to my costs! Shame; beautiful looking model, but Hornby have dropped the ball on this!! (a ball of coal? a ball of diesel? a ball of steam?!!!) Im afraid no analogy comes to mind! Either way, thanks for your videos! I will be watching MANY more! Take care, regards, James.

I expected most of these. However, I like the ROD because it runs well although I had the same issues as you with handrails etc. I liked my class 17 so much I bought another. Mine do run faster than yours but I don't tend to run them quickly anyway. I just love the look of them and they run so well over all my points. It's a shame Hornby put the sticker on the class 66. I own several others and they don't have any. They lack some detail but that is less important to me. I always add a TTS chip and sometimes lights.

Once again- prototype steam locos had their boiler cladding made in two halves. These joined along the top of the boiler. In some cases they had a rivetted band over the join, in many more there was no band and the plates just overlapped. On a model these should be shown as a straight join line.

Merry Christmas thanks for the videos☺☺

@SamsTrains

2 жыл бұрын

Merry Christmas Sam - it's a pleasure!! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

I had a Hornby saddle tank once, it was pretty good until the buffer beam plopped off it was pretty cheap, came in a set the west coast high lander it was pretty flimsy plastic tho and maybe letting my dog get a hold of it wasn’t a good idea :/

Bachmann actually made two FEF models the one you got(807) and the one I have (806) 806 is a train set model and doesn’t have the annoying tender connection.

the Bachmann union pacific model sam isn't that bad. They made two versions the wired and nonwired. I have the non wired and mine doesn't derail that much, actually, the reason mine derails is because it is too big for the curve. But the actually tender to chassie connection I will say is pretty poor, it doesn't stay on and it falls off too easily but other than that, I think it's just your version, so I wouldn't say it's 2nd place on worst of 2021. All that aside cheers to 2022 hope u have a great Christmas and a happy new year

Hey Sam, the hornby GBRf class 66 is actually quite good! Same lack of detail, but its painted instead of decaled.

Was not expecting an American loco in this video however the fake FEF has some of the classic bachmann issues making me not surprised by the issues

Great job on the judgement scenes. I like your imagination & editing skills

Hi Sam, I was wondering when you next review a Loco or other items if you can mention the month and year you buy them, and whether it was special deal to give some idea when approaching vendors to attempt to get the same price. I wanted to get the Bachman H2 Atlantic you recently reviewed but I was facing a £200 + cost albeit for a slightly different configuration. Keep up the usual good reviews as being a relative novice i find them extremely informative.

@SamsTrains

2 жыл бұрын

Hey! Yeah I always give the RRP and price I paid during reviews - feel fee to check them out! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

Merry Christmas and a happy new year to you all from Steve, Beeston, Leeds

a very creative way to send off the engine in shame, great video Sam

@SamsTrains

2 жыл бұрын

haha thank you - I was very pleased! ;D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

Regarding that terrible Bachmann loco to tender connection - I've just returned the second A1 which arrived with the peg broken.

I can't wait to see you Christmas train video, I made my theme this Christmas an all freight train Christmas

I got flashbacks about the wires blocking the tender wheels on one of my expensive bachmann locos... not fun to fiddle with

@a2020vision_official

2 жыл бұрын

Just get used, old split chassis ones - no tender wires to worry about!

I think missed the hush-hush off the list. The packaging for a start and dam thing just not working 😕

I have a UP 484 and it was very expensive for what it is. The issue on mine is that the driving wheels tend to detail even on wide curves. It isn't very powerful and has almost no traction

Sam I was watching your video on the best bargains of 2021 and I was wondering if you could give a link to where you found it, the number two USA side tank is a model that has peaked my interest.

@SamsTrains

2 жыл бұрын

The USA side tank came from trainworld, but that was quite a few months ago now - worth looking on there though! Merry Christmas - Sam :)

02’s were quite powerful. On the Isle of Wight they pulled 6 coaches full of holidaymakers over fairly steep gradients like Apse Bank.

Hilarious that Vicar scene with the burning loco and shoddy organ! That voice effect and diction, superbly done, as is the text of the prayer!

@SamsTrains

2 жыл бұрын

haha thanks so much!! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@TonVerkleijT3

2 жыл бұрын

@@SamsTrains Your welcome! If I may ask, what is the name of the organ piece played in this scene? Regards, Ton

@TonVerkleijT3

2 жыл бұрын

@@SamsTrains There is, by the way, an inconsistency between the text on the box and the text you declaim, forgiving Lord, betstow NOT your forgiveness etc. Oops Sam, some lack in quality controll? 😬

Hello Sam I've been trying to get my hands on a 9F for a year now but have had no luck, would you have any idea where I could possibly find one, greatly appreciated, Merry Christmas and a happy new year, Luke ;)

@SamsTrains

2 жыл бұрын

If I were you, I'd wait for the new Hornby 9F - it should beat what's currently on the market! At least wait and see what it's like maybe? :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

Hi Sam, I have a question, I'm getting for the first time in model railways, and I don't know if, for example, a Bachmann model runs in TYCO or Märklin track (all being HO scale), if you could help me, I would really appreciate it, thanks!

@MarceloBenoit-trenes

2 жыл бұрын

Marklin tracks are for Altern Current models. The other brands are ok.

I got that Bachmann 4-8-4, but weirdly it doesn’t have the wiring between the engine and tender.

There is a brand called Piko trains. I believe they are releasing a new HO model called the USATC Whitcomb 65t. Unfortunately it is rather pricey. If you want a two rail loco with no sound it is $280 USD or if you do want sound, it is $380 USD. Rather expensive, but it does look pretty interesting. Also if possible I'd like to send you an email of my new HO scale model train layout my Grandpa and I built. I have to finish wiring the buildings up before I can send photos. Greetings from the USA, Noah :) Btw this was a very great video. I might go ahead and binge watch all your reviews!

@SamsTrains

2 жыл бұрын

That sounds fascinating - I'd love to take a look at one of those! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

If we actually consider what goes into the production of a OO loco its amazing that they retail for what they do! Most of them should be mo where near the £100 mark. I imagine the mark up from factory to shop is quite a bit. Its possible the likes of Hornby and Bachman test the market with their prices and they know how much they can push the price up and people will still pay. And lets not forget wagons and coaches that do not even have motors! Overall a bit of a rip off to be a model train enthusiast.

My name is Thornton and I'm new to sams trains but, I would like to ask if you have any experience with coach lightening, I have tried the led strip with the battery inside the coach activated with a magnet wand unfortunately when the coach passes by another Loco the lights come in activated by the magnet in the motor. What are your thoughts on this problem.

@SamsTrains

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Hey Thornton - that's a really interesting issue! I'm personally not a fan of magnetic lighting - I find that it's just an excuse for manufacturers to make cheap lighting without building pickups into coaches and doing it properly! I might do a video on fitting proper coach lighting at some point! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@thorntonmclaughlan7678

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@@SamsTrains Thank you for your prompt reply it seemed the simplest way at the time as my layout is old fashioned DC. I look forward to your video on coach lightening

Luckily for me, none of the locomotives you've listed would be appropriate for my layout. I cannot image what possessed Hornby to apply that wrap to the 66. It beggars belief. Fortunately for them they also produce some top quality items as well.

Your list reveals that you are indeed a fair and just man, Sam. Concerning your final comment, turning 50 doesn't seem so bad, especially when you are 75 as I will be in two days. Happy Christmas and Cheers from Wisconsin!

I've got an O4 and a 30xx, and completely agree with the lack of finesse and overstated price as per your ROD version of the Robinson 8K. I've got a 17, which burned out earlier this year and may not get repaired because it was so poor (I'm yet to properly run my 15 which burned out 4 years ago and I replaced its motor). And I have a hornby 59 which cost me £50 maybe 8 years ago, so judging by the inflation of model train costs put it as more expensive than your 66, but the mechanism is exactly the same and only runs well now I've doubled its weight. Fortunately, its livery (aggregate industries) is much better than your wrapped one. I haven't had that many new additions this year since I'm unemployed, but I have had several through. And discounting the lima 47s (of which 786 Roy Castle OBE in EWS livery arrived today), I'd say my worst model would be the rails/heljan 18000 Gas Turbine loco. For £200 just about, the lack of driven centre axle (which derails over slightly uneven pointwork, which nothing else in my almost-300-strong fleet does aside from other heljan Co-Cos with floating centre axles) and the lack of bogie movement (not stated on the website, turns out they aren't suitable for less than 3rd radius) as well as a missing lamp iron, having to drill into the model's nose to fix the GWR train indicator frame, the very lightly sprung buffers, the very fragile and wonky whistles, and the lining not meeting up at the joins properly, are all completely unacceptable. I would refuse to get 18100, although I do really want to complete the trio of british gas turbine locos (and I may get the rapido APT-E to make it all 4 gas turbine trains).

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Thanks Lapis - not great for how expensive they are! So sorry to hear about the 17... is it not still under warranty? Thanks for watching - Sam :)

Hi Sam Thornton here again, I have a triang Hornby R357 Class 31 Diesel Locomotive it runs well but it won't move away from stop unless you give it a wee push, the motor brushes and comutater seem ok can you suggest anything that could be wrong

I'm getting Beattie Well Tank level of tat from that O2! EFE really are turning out to be Ever Failing Engines!

Oh dear some terrible locos! Great video. The "judgement" part was strange and funny.

The bachman 4-8-4 fef is actually modelled after an New york central 4-8-4 niagara and it's a pretty old model dating back to atleast the 80s.

coul i take part in being jurdged for being the worst? i created a design of undercarridge for a n scale electric locomotive and i am intending to release it as an open cource design to copy for ant diy train modeler around there is there a way to prepare for open courcism of a design ?

Season’s Greetings to you too, Sam, and everyone else - except those responsible for that Class 66! 😉

The Union Pacific 4-8-4 is really a New York Central Niagra 4-8-4 with a different paint job and a different tender.