Bachmann Thames Clyde Express

[GWR-fan]

I have just received the Bachmann Thames Clyde Express trainset with the Midland Compound locomotive.  The loco was received as decoder fitted.  I prefer analogue operation and was pleased that analogue operation was not deleted on the decoder,  however, when testing using a Hornby HM2000 controller,  while moving off was smooth,  the loco quickly gained speed even with less than 40% power input.  I assume that the loco is fitted with a typical three-pole motor.  

 

My question for those who have the Compound loco,  is it geared for a high top end speed?  Given the "minimal" power input,  the speed did seem high.   Aside from that it is an excellent model (although I now regret not purchasing the model when  the locomotive was being firesaled off a couple of years ago for around GBP70.00 from Hattons). 

[Wheatley]

A Bachmann DCC Jubilee was similar. The solution was to remove the decoder and fit a blanking plug, it runs beautifully now as does my (bought as DC) Compound. 

Edited January 19, 2023 by Wheatley

[GWR-fan]

Many thanks.  I just need to source a blanking plug.

[Poor Old Bruce]

That seems typical of DCC fitted locos when operated on DC. they need a lot of poser to get going but then they run away. Like Wheatly says, de-chip it.