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Not great reading unfortunately. For a company that likes big NRM stuff, the fact that you cannot currently go out and buy a Flying Scotsman in current condition is ridiculous and something I think they are rightly trying to change. Those are the sort of models that bring in new people or someone with a vague interest buys to sit on a shelf.

I can only assume the lack of diecast boiler will be due to the number of different versions required. Compare this to the 9F and 2MT (at least those that are released and planned) with much fewer boiler variations unless someone wants to correct me?

It's a fair point, though I would maintain that like the class 37/47 if there's one steam loco that can justify this it's a black 5, more so than an A4 IMO.

Having seen the review I think it’s fair to say if the model didn’t have the faults his had then it’d be a reasonable model. I think his reasoning to not recommend the model is sound in that there were many issues that were unconnected to another to mean he’ll go for a refund rather than a replacement. I do agree with his main criticism that having a diecast boiler for this model would go some way to justify a higher price point but I presume the issue there is all the variations. For me personally, I’ve just got the steam and sound version on order for £225 from Hornby direct before the price rise. I still expect it to be faultless and anything less and it’ll be replaced until it is or if not a refund. That being said, at this stage I will not be ordering anymore and will keep a hold of my existing black 5’s. I do think this opens a pathway for another company to step in and if there was ever a steam loco to justify some competition then this is surely it.

That would apply to social media not an email surely?

Really great video and I’m sure you had some fun making that! I won’t be there but wishing you guys a great time. Random Q - on the email there were a few YouTubers mentioned in tag style - was that supposed to be there?

Hopefully they'll realise the demand for more swallow 91's and DVT's and provide some in due course. Arguably considering the LNER coaches are covered by several DVT's and 91's it's those that you would have thought would sell out first.

Yeah, I think boils down to that they would be excellent coaches if released in 2010 we've just come to expect a bit more (lights, real lenses, decorated interior, better QA etc). Buying them at 2010's prices feels much fairer in so many ways, coming from someone who is happy to shell out for Accurascale's latest wares at £60 a coach and even a Dapol inspection saloon.

I thought so too. Whilst there may possibly be manufacturers that might be somewhat offended by such reviews in press where they pay money for adverts, I'm confident in the long term it pays off and encourages them to do better, as it's constructive feedback (he doesn't just say it's wrong) and gives credit where it's due. Not everything that comes out of manufacturers is gold and I really appreciate that this forum and indeed the fact that BRM isn't afraid to say so to help me make an informed choice.

Managed to grab a full rake of the 8 intercity coaches for £19 a coach at Kernow. At that price I can live with the various niggles. I eventually do want a 225 set and whilst I don't have the DVT or a 91 I can hopefully get these in a future run that hopefully addresses some of the foibles made with those.

I did preface what I was saying with the below as I know there were some who noticed it straight from the off.

I think the primary issue for many of us that don't necessary know a 47 inside and out (or even a few who do but can see past the issues) is that a lot already have a recent Bachmann example. If we then were to go out and buy a Heljan 47 you wouldn't want to put them next to each other or your eye will notice something off, even at a bit of distance, arguably more the roof that anything else due to common perspectives. By itself it looks like a good class 47 from any reasonable distance but put a Bachmann 47 there and by comparison there's something not the same when there should be. People will therefore be somewhat inclined to stick with one example going forward and in many cases that will be the Bachmann example. Compare this situation with class 37's. I'd have much fewer reservations about mixing Bachmann and Accurascale 37's as the difference is really not noticeable IMO at much distance even if I do have a slight preference for the Accurascale rendition (with improved sound and no nose seam, finer chains, light dashboard). Those differences are not deal breakers if the right livery comes up on the right loco in the way that this 47 is for me.

That is superb. Won't work for the APT for me but looks incredible for some projects I've got in mind.

I don't think this would have enough poles (for what I want to do at least and is quite expensive though is certainly an interesting and nearly rtr option. Given me some ideas for some older Bachmann DMU's.

Steam and the proper chimney fitted!

Superb initiative and I hope others will follow.

Thanks for the info that's great to know. When you know which connectors you plan to use let me know. I've been thinking either a JST type or a USB 3.0 Type A or Micro HDMI connector (as below) attached to the floor somehow and then a short cable between them with some form of corridor seal.

A K2 or K4 would be most welcome or heck even a K1/1 or V4. Can't see a K1/1 as that's a one off even if that hasn't stopped a class 89 or CR123 in the past! V4 I could see in conjunction with the project to bring one back similar to the refreshed P2 model and 2007. The key thing based on speaking with Accurascale is that either one must really be in the flesh or decent drawings / extensive photos available. Anything which falls out of this will struggle to get past the sifting as it would be difficult to maintain accuracy with conviction.

We're in the low season currently but can't wait for the catch up to happen so we get back to more regular releases. Even if I don't want it, the videos are always really well done and are the new benchmark for releases which only the Bachmann 47 release has come close to in recent years IMO.

Looks quite good to me with the steam effect but it is a shame about the double chimney needing to be swapped. Anyone given it a try with the more accurate one in regardless?

Jump a bump for this if it's possible as I'm just looking at options myself @zoomer1979

I thought it was interesting how they talked about the rebuilt observation coach and shows images of it. I've said I'd love that at every show I've seen Hornby at since they announced these. Nice to see they are giving the interiors more than just a basic lick of paint. Now pre-ordered a full rake with Rails.

Would be great to see this on the store though I appreciate it's not going to be a big money spinner to fund the future projects such as a 1980's 37/4's :p

Unfortunately, I can't make that show. I think my next big one will be the new NEC show in November. No worries and thanks for the offer :)

Ah right. It sounded like a wonderful scene. Obviously, it would be great to see it but no worries if it's a faff and you've got better things to crack on with. Totally understand the need for permission as well.