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Review: Hornby R383 Thomas & Friends Gordon The Big Blue Engine
Review: Hornby R383 Thomas & Friends Gordon The Big Blue Engine
The Hornby Thomas & Friends traces its history to the 1940s when it first appeared in children books and had ever since delighted children and adults alike. It became an immediate hit in 1984 when Thomas & Friends made a maiden appearance on British television. The Hornby Thomas & Friends range comes with a flamboyant selection of coaches, locomotives, wagons, and buildings.
Who’s this for?
The Hornby R383 Thomas & Friends Gordon the Big Blue Engine 00 Gauge Steam is ideal for both young and old users as well as the seasoned modellers. The train can be used to gift your children during their birthdays to make them enjoy the experience of modelling.
Moreover, the locomotive can also be gifted to anyone during the festive season or on special days. The included additional track packs can be used to provide a larger layout. Its steam engine has a capacity that ensures that the locomotive meets your needs.
What do other owners think?
Customers who have bought and used this locomotive attest that the model has been reasonably priced and serves well. Moreover, the customers acknowledge that the Hornby R383 Thomas and Friends Gordon the Big Blue Engine 00 Gauge Steam is adequately detailed. Additionally, the locomotive can be upgraded with extra parts, so it remains realistic and up to date. Moreover, customers have commended the quality of this locomotive.
Customers have also been impressed by the ability of this locomotive to run quietly and smoothly on the rail track. The locomotive has also been rated as being a good performer across a varied track layout.
Key features of the Hornby R383 Thomas & Friends
The locomotive is of the R383 model and weighs ten kgs with a 36.4 x 10.2 x 6 cm size configuration. There is no assembly required once you purchase the product since it comes complete. The scale of the locomotive is oo with a track width of OO. It does not come with a remote controller.
The locomotive includes a steam engine that is used to power it up. Its engine is powerful to ensure that is charged with the responsibility of starting the train. Additionally, it comes with a complete wagon, so you don’t have to assemble anything.
So, are you ready to buy the Hornby R383 Thomas & Friends?
If you are contemplating a locomotive model for yourself or gifting someone, then the Hornby R383 Thomas and Friends Gordon the Big Blue Engine 00 Gauge Steam Locomotive is highly recommended. The quality of the locomotive has been praised by the testimonials provided by its customers. Also, The Hornby R383 Thomas and Friends Locomotive come complete with a full range of capabilities which makes it an appealing choice.
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Review: The LNER Class A3 Pacific locomotive No. 4472 Flying Scotsman
Review: The LNER Class A3 Pacific locomotive No. 4472 Flying Scotsman
The LNER Class A3 Pacific locomotive No. 4472 Flying Scotsman (originally No. 1472) is a steam locomotive that was built in 1923 for the North Eastern and London railway. Indeed, the locomotive was initially engaged on long-distance express trains on the LNER, British Railways Eastern, and North-Eastern Regions. Impressively, this locomotive has a global reputation for being the fastest steam locomotive and has a record of travelling at a constant speed with no stops.
Who is the ideal candidate for this locomotive?
The Flying Scotsman is a DCC Ready locomotive with a special socket to receive a DCC decoder. It is very compatible with analogue trains but can be converted for use on a digital layout. For conversion to be used in the digital layout, then R8249 V1 3 NMRA Loco Decoder or Sapphire Decoder is necessary. Indeed, this is a perfect fit for beginners and is also suitable for users of all ages. Even if you are a seasoned modeller, the locomotive is still ideal. Considering that it is fascinating across the age groups makes it ideal as a present for birthdays or any other event.
What is the sentiment from previous buyers of the Flying Scotsman?
Customers who have purchased the Flying Scotsman acknowledge that it is a good buy if you intend to gift your husband or dad. It is highly recommended to those who have model railway interests. Noteworthily, the locomotive has an excellent value, and its convertibility for use in DCC layouts makes it appealing to the customer. Moreover, this locomotive has an impeccable detail close up, and it smoothly runs on the track.
What are the key features of the Flying Scotsman?
The flying Scotsman weighs 590 g and has a length of 293 millimetres. Its dimensions are 40 x 10.6 x 6 cm with a scale of 1:76. It has an electric engine, has no batteries and does not require any assembling. The drive unit of the Flying Scotsman is located on the locomotive body. Furthermore, the tender of this locomotive is not powered since it can freely run on an eight-wheel (4pair) chassis.
The railroad models are all fitted with standard Hornby hook and bar type couplings, and as such, they will easily couple the rolling stock and locomotives in both Thomas & Friends and the standard Hornby ranges. Therefore, all models that constitute the Hornby RailRoad range are cost-effective means of adding to a train set offering an appropriate entry point into the diverse world of model railways.
Are you ready to invest in the Flying Scotsman?
If you are contemplating a locomotive model for yourself or gifting someone, then the LNER Class A3 Pacific locomotive No. 4472 Flying Scotsman is highly recommended. The quality of the locomotive has been praised by the testimonials provided by its customers. Moreover, the fact that it can be used for both manual and DCC layout is a big plus. Also, the LNER Class A3 Pacific locomotive No. 4472 Flying Scotsman comes complete with a full range of capabilities which makes it an ideal purchase.
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Review: Wilesco D320 Steam Lorry with Radio Control
Review of the Wilesco D320 Steam Lorry
Take a look back at the history of how goods were transported with this fully-working scaled model lorry that can be dated back as far as 2015. Back in those days, goods transporting was far more laidback despite being a more labour-intensive and time-consuming process.
Fitted with a fully functioning steam engine that is powered by dry fuel tablets, the Wilesco D320 is a must-have for hobbyists and collectors alike. Good for at least fifteen minutes of running per use, this steam lorry also comes complete with a radio control that allows you to turn the lorry left and right as it trundles along.
A real thing of beauty, the D302 contains a solid brass boiler, flywheel and drive chain and can have a number of accessories attached. These could include a pull-along trailer, and a canvas to cover the onboard trailer but there are many other options out there.
While this model might look like a toy, it is not suitable for children under the age of 14 and adult supervision is always required. The Wilesco D320 is a real working steam engine which means fire, steam and hot surfaces, so care should always be taken when being used.
Under the Hood
The driver’s cab is where the boiler and double-acting cylinder are placed while the steering mechanism of the D320 can be found at the rear of the model. That boiler can hold around 200ml of water and keeping it full is done by removing the caps roof. A sight glass will let you gauge the level of water so that you know when you will need to refill. A steam pressure gauge is also featured and will let you know everything is hot enough to start moving.
With measurements of 49 x 22 x 26cm and a weight of 3.1kg, this is a fairly sizable and heavy unit compared to other Wilesco steam engines. This is very welcome however as you just know that you have something that has been built to high quality and with sturdy materials.
Radio control helps by adding convenience to the operation of the unit, saving you from chasing it around to set the steering in motion. As for maintenance and clean up after use, this is fairly minimal compared to other steam engines from Wilesco.
Radio controlled
Built to scale
Many accessories available
Solid brass boiler
Weighs 3.1kg
This nostalgic model from Wilesco is definitely one of their most beautiful and once up and running, the sound emitted is typical of their whole range of model steam engines. When not in use and out on display, the Wilesco D320 will bring charm to any room and will be a real talking piece with visitors.
Whether you are a collector, hobbyist or somebody interested in the history of steam engineering, the Wilesco D302 is a model that you should certainly consider owning. In terms of pure beauty and power, this is without a doubt one of the finest pieces that Wilesco has produced.
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Review: Bachmann Branchline 35-077
Review: Bachmann Branchline 35-077
Bachmann has a huge name in the manufacturing industry. The Bachmann Branchline 35-077 is gorgeous Class E railway engine model. The steam engine is a OO Gauge class and has a great design and sturdy construction.
The Class E4 tank steam locomotives were powerful for their size and became stalwarts of passenger, freight and branch work for over 50 years. This model has fantastic detail and would make a great addition to your collection.
Key features
Made of steel with a glossy finding to keep it shining
OO gauge with scale 1.76
DCC Ready. 6-pin socket
Route discs and fire lamps
Good runner at a low speed
This product has now been discontinued.
More information
The steam engine is a small model that can be used for modeling purposes in museums or in train industry as well. It is used as a toy as well. It is a great tool to be used in the industry as well as a toy which as to be used under supervision for the kids. It runs at a great speed, the infrastructure is well balanced and easy to operate as well.
This model runs fantastically well out of the box in comparison to many other models on the market, and only continues to improve over time. The sturdy and sleek design and the good performance make it a great piece to be added to your collection.
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