Ordered a model No.47 as I remember the actual loco residing in Thos Muir's scrapyard slowly sinking into the Fife mud. After ordering online, rather puzzled when an email arrived mentioning YuriExpress and a Hong Kong location - however within a week Royal Mail rang my bell to deliver the package in superb condition. On opening the package, I was very impressed with the way the model had been protected to minimise the risk of damage in transit. I then got granny's largest magnifying glass out and started a forensic-style inspection of the loco. Very pleased to report that I could find zero evidence of any manufacturing defects, cosmetic blemishes or general quality concerns. Very happy with the product box (including foam insert and the revised blister pack) and the level of protection that it evidently offers when being shipped from the other side of the world. This company (Accurascale) is setting incredibly high standards in the hobby. Note to readers - This model loco was bought directly online at list price using my own money and I'm seriously impressed. Will happily order further Accurascale products in the future.
Looks wonderful, such a detailed livery on an exquisitely detailed little loco. Runs like a dream too.
Well packaged, I got three packs. They run well even through NRMA points. Now, not eing a good british modeller ( are Aussie) The insides are plain and the grey very light - so they deserve a little weathering. 6 stars out of 5
Delightful in its unique lined blue, 'Bluebell' is a beautiful model and a great runner. This model was easily fitted with a 6-pin decoder and is currently twisting my arm to get on with constructing my heritage railway line!
Exquisite in its lined SECR lined green, this is a beautiful model and a great runner. This model was easily fitted with a 6-pin decoder and is currently twisting my arm to get on with constructing my heritage railway line!
This is just as I hope it would be, a colourful well produced locomotive. Very impressive.
ICI…..Incredibly cool item.Fab detail.Unique colour scheme.Looks great with the blue 31more on payday.
Very quiet, exceptional slow running, excellent detail and finish. One slight criticism the black shiny large buffers. Could they have a steel overlay? When are you going to produce a model for the ex LMS. The largest of the regrouping companies?
My thoughts on this model are exactly the same as my previous review (please refer). Absolutely fantastic models from Accurscale!
My thoughts on these models can only be described as fantastic! They have been a long time coming but well worth the wait. Absolutely outstanding models, straight out of the box they are quiet and free running exceptional locomotives. Well done Accurscale!
My first Accurascale model & definitely not my last.
Details aplenty, livery perfectly applied & a very smooth runner.
Pushed the budget to get a sound version & glad I did - the sound is superb!
Just wish the box didn't need to be quite so big - it means that the cupboard gets filled sooner.
Diolch yn fawr iawn Accurascale
A fantastic model of a unique loco. All details present and the model runs fantastically. Just needs a 2nd 97/3 to match now...
Very please with my new models all as expected from Accurascale. Very high quality for a good price. Hopefully they will produce some more SECR steam locomotives that are easily convertible to EM.
A beautiful model, performed excellently straight out of the box. Flawless livery, just a little awkward to access the DCC socket.
An excellent little tank engine. Flawless livery, a slight noise in reverse but otherwise perfect performance. 1 step missing, but a spare is being sent out to replace it.
Having kicked myself for missing out on the original Hattons release, was delighted that a 2nd opportunity arose.
The Bluebell’s blue hue version of the SECR fully lined livery has been faithfully recreated to an exceptionally high standard, along with the badge & work’s plate.
Straight out of the box, performance was quiet & smooth in both directions.
Well worth the temptation.
The sumptuous Wainwright livery has been applied superbly & crisply with the metal ‘pipes’ & fittings equally striking.
Straight out of the box, performance was smooth & quiet in both directions.
A delight.