Choosing a Shunter? Here’s an overview of BR Classes 03 to 14, at Chadwick Model Railway

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Choosing a shunter? Here we have Classes 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08 and 14. Bachmann, Hornby and Heljan are all included. See which ones suit you best here at Chadwick Model Railway.
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@tompetty1880 Жыл бұрын

You’re a channel star Charlie, a very top man. Always love your perfect blend of humour and seriousness, the railroad modeller entertainer is what you undoubtedly are. I’ve just started on a new O gauge layout and your channel is always my first point of reference whenever I’m not sure as I know deep down you are a perfectionist without an ego. Thank you so much.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

What a heartwarming comment, Tom, you’re far too kind mate. Regards, Charlie

@MrAsBBB Жыл бұрын

Totally agree. I had a flashback to when I was a kid and I am now 54. When you are a kid you want the train to run as fast as possible making it skid as it comes to a halt. When you grow up you realise the train speed has to be realistic and it’s just beautiful. Great at work Charlie..

@dougalmcdougal8682 29 күн бұрын

As an N gauge modeller even with well laid and clean track, And live frogs, and all locos wheels and contexts being clean, and the contact set properly, I still find stay alive a “must have”.

@ChadwickModelRailway 29 күн бұрын

I think that your bang on the money, Doug. Regards, Charlie.

@TRTX-em8kl Жыл бұрын

I also saw a class 07 working in private ownership at the grain terminal at Kennet between Peterborough and Ipswich as late as 1996.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Great info mate. Much appreciated, regards, Charlie

@MickHird Жыл бұрын

Volunteering at Lincolnshire Wolds railway on the P-Way gang I am spending a lot of time scrabbling round our 08; learning to prep it for a day's permanent way track laying and maintenance. It really is the old boy that delivers. Oiling it up, climbing around it in the rain and wind, engenders a deep affection for this capable old beast. Thank you for your celebration of shunters.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

What a great, Michael, I’m really grateful. Regards, Charlie.

@gdaysydney Жыл бұрын

"put them somewhere safe" - How I chuckled - I do that all the time!

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

I’m sure it’s an age thing. Regards, Charlie

@geobrower3069 4 ай бұрын

Yup!!!

@MATTEO-fp3ri 4 ай бұрын

1:03 what a name! Its good watching back these videos!

@ChadwickModelRailway 4 ай бұрын

I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards Charlie

@Blue68Camaro Жыл бұрын

This video got me thinking. I do not have any Shunters. I do not have any reason on my layout for one. Since next year I start my expansion project I will have to rethink my design to incorporate more sidings and a need for them. We have some very nice locomotives in the US but Europe’s locos are in my opinion a work of art. Thanks Charlie!

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

I’m so pleased that you found a video so interesting Blue 68 Camaro. Shunters are delightful little locos. Regards, Charlie

@yvoheaton6402 Жыл бұрын

oh dear oh dear oh dear....I have not a single shunter so my life is clearly incomplete. need to head to the shops methinks armed with this great guidance

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Go for Yvo, you must have one. Regards Charlie

@KellinoRail 25 күн бұрын

That Hornby 06 has had quite a few mods, most noticeable the fitting of crankshafts which are not on the original. It also appears to have had fine scale wheels fitted. Nice.

@ChadwickModelRailway 16 күн бұрын

Yes, Dick has made a very nice job of that modification. Regards, Charlie.

@tulyar1043 Жыл бұрын

That 06 of your friend's has been given a new chassis probably by Branchlines. If you look at the underneath the thin chassis frames are held apart by several spacers. Plus the 06 has the correct jackshaft drive with a crank under the cab. This feature the original Hornby model didnt have. One interesting fact, on some lines in the north of England the 03 pilot engines were prefered over the 08 as they were geared to run at 28mph rather than the 15mph of the 08 which meant they could keep out of the way of faster traffic which was a godsend to the control office covering the area concerned. One point, the hump on top of the body in front of the cab was the loco fuel tank. To most Railwaymen and women in the area I worked in the 08 was described as a 350 pilot and the 03 as a 204 pilot. 'Shunter' refered to the person on the ground giving handsignals to the driver, couple and uncouple vehicles etc.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks Tulyar, I was aware that the Shunter, was actually the guy doing the coupling. However, I’ve never known the term 350 pilot etc. Many thanks great information. Regards Charlie

@astrabelmont Жыл бұрын

Hi Charlie, great video, thank you (of course they all are!) It was a highlight of our weekend for my Dad, Bertie, and I to meet you at the Warley Show on Saturday. I had hoped I would see you. Some people say "Don't meet your heroes, because you'll be disappointed". Not at all, you're a real gentleman. What a pleasure. Funny and informative. Oh and patient! You know, for all the great layouts and splendid trade stands that day, it was the people we met that made it for us. And you, at the top of the list. Thanks again, Charlie, you're a really super chap.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Will you behave! Thanks for such a heartwarming comment Nick, the pleasure was all mine. Please give Bertie my regards. Take care, Charlie

@andrewdonaldson6225 Жыл бұрын

Another great video, thank you. I never put you down as the kind of guy who would be impressed with sprung buffers. Always thought they were a complete waste of time.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

I know what you mean about the buffers Andrew. However, they are worth a mention. Regards Charlie

@peetywondr3256 Жыл бұрын

Charlie, @ 26:45 I got a laugh a bit as the loco fell out of the body . . . it's happened to the best of us. Thank you for putting this comparison together for all us guys trying to figure out which shunter to get for our yards. You are by far, the best at presenting this stuff to us beginners. Have a GREAT! New Years, stay healthy and keep on modeling.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks PW, I’m so pleased that you find the channel interesting. When that shunter fell apart, I was mortified, but fortunately nothing was broken! Best wishes for 2023, regards, Charlie

@johncornish1050 Жыл бұрын

@joshuariddensdale2126 3 ай бұрын

While I'm a US modeler, I admit my favorite shunters are the BR Class 04, 07, and 08. Here in the States, our shunters were primarily the GE 44-ton and 70-ton, the EMD SW1200 and SW1500. The shunter was phased out by the 70s, but is often found on heritage railways as they were cheap to purchase and easy to maintain.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Josh, for a look into your world. Regards, Charlie.

@RailPhotoAnthology Жыл бұрын

Hi Charlie, great video. Reference chimney coments all 03's had "flower Pots" whilst all 04 had "cones"

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Yes, that dawned on me at the end. Regards Charlie

@Blefuscu114 8 ай бұрын

I do like the class 03. I live pretty close to Hornsey, in North London, and am thinking of modelling it in the blue diesel era of my childhood. It is the stuff of daydreams at present. However, at risk of sharp intakes of breath, I already know I'll be taking the outrageous liberty of introducing 03179 long before it displayed it's first capital connect livery.

@ChadwickModelRailway 8 ай бұрын

I’m sure that it’s well worth the outlay mate. Regards, Charlie

@HamStrains Жыл бұрын

The class 06 has been modified with a replacement chassis, can't say exactly who from might be branchlines if memory is right but its not the hornby chassis which is their standard 0-4-0 unit on the as produced model, this chassis mod and body detail kit was meant to solve the many issues with the old hornby tooling and inaccurate chassis.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

I’m on the case mate, I shall certainly get to the bottom of this dilemma. Regards, Charlie

@jamescraft672 Жыл бұрын

Charlie, at first I was thrown by the term, "shunter." I had images of some electronic component. We would call them "switchers," but I rather like shutters! Two nations separated by a common language. Those are lovely little locos.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks James, I’m so pleased that you found our British shunters, or switchers, interesting. Regards Charlie

@martinrandall3735 Жыл бұрын

"any way it comes out like that". Had me laughing. I'm very glad these videos are more down to earth showing what really happens over something 'perfectly' edited and shot with multiple takes

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks Martin, we all like the real world. Regards Charlie

@howardavins9234 Жыл бұрын

Hi Charlie Excellent as always. Love the mistakes and broken bits. I dropped a Bachmann class 47 years ago but Bachmann were marvelous and shipped me several small parts for repair. Hope you can do the same with your missing steps. Looking forward to your stay alive episode. Once again thanks. So informative and down to earth. Stay safe Howard

@howardavins1107 Жыл бұрын

A Quick PS Being retired electric. Never heard of a programmable capacitor. Must have something extra included.? Regards to All Howard

@darkfrag83 Жыл бұрын

The 06 appears to have had a new chassis built. As far as I remember, as originally made, they come with the 'smokie joe' style chassis, without the jackshaft drive behind the rear steps.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

I’m pretty sure that Dick made this modification himself. Regards, Charlie.

@darkfrag83 Жыл бұрын

@@ChadwickModelRailway it has certainly improved the appearance of the model.

@wjvandijk1ify Жыл бұрын

First all the best for 2023...thanks Charlie, I think the shunter 08 was my first train, around 1962 or so. A black one Tri-Ang was the brand. A wonderful memory......!!!! Thanks

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

I’m so pleased that it brought back such great memories WJ. Regards Charlie

@danbrewer Жыл бұрын

“As smooth as a doo dar” Every model railway manufacturers dream review 😂 great work Charlie

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

I’m so pleased that you found it both humorous and interesting Dan. Regards, Charlie

@dinmorejunctionmodelrailway Жыл бұрын

Hi Charlie. It was nice to finally meet you today at Warley NEC I'm sure you enjoyed meeting me to 😀 but in all honesty it was a very enjoyable day.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Yes, it’s always a joy to meet like-minded people, and have a decent chat. Stay safe mate, regards, Charlie

@samwoodward8491 Жыл бұрын

I've got lots of safe places that I can never find. The secret is to sneak up on them months later when you don't need the piece anymore, or when you've bought a replacement they seem to appear. Great video as always regards Sam Woodward

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks Sam, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it mate. Regards, Charlie

@Enviro4000 Жыл бұрын

Be nice to see more of these type videos.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

I shall see what I can do Paul. Regards Charlie

@LordTechnopants Жыл бұрын

Well, it was more than I could resist to unbox and pop my Graham Farish Class 03 and Class 14 on a bit of track on the coffee table as I watched the video this afternoon (not having a layout as yet). Better shunt off now and do something less self-indulgent. Must put the locos back in their boxes first.....

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

I’m so pleased that you found it, so inspirational, Lord techno pants. Regards Charlie

@gwrtromsoe Жыл бұрын

My first DCC conversion was a 14xx, successful I might add. Decided to try a split chassis 57xx for my shunter and station pilot. Opened it, began planning how to insulate and convert, only never to be able to reassemble it. Never trying a split chassis again... Ended up buying another 57xx 😅

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

A lesson well learned mate. Regards Charlie

@christinerobottom9444 6 ай бұрын

It was very interesting with 2 08s getting loaded wagons out of Clipstone colliery sidings when slurry coated the rails at the lorry crossings, Good days gone forever great blog.

@ChadwickModelRailway 6 ай бұрын

Yes, a very underestimated little loco. Have a great Christmas, regards, Charlie

@andrewtongue7084 Жыл бұрын

Charlie, I bought my Duette back in 1976 for the princely sum of £14.00; in terms of DC power units, it beats them all, & it's still used by my son to this day. Of course, this was a time when electrical goods were all 'Solid State', & thereby, built to last; forty six years on, it's still a champion. Excellent presentation - Thank you !

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

You can’t beat the good old stuff, Andrew. Regards, Charlie

@andrewtongue7084 Жыл бұрын

No Sir, Charlie, you can't 🙂

@user-gt2jh1eb4l 8 ай бұрын

We worked on them in Eastleigh 5 years ago i rember putting on the connecting rod i never forget it weights 300 pounds 2 of us to do it ,it was from up north we put a new engine in it

@ChadwickModelRailway 8 ай бұрын

But I’m sure that those are happy memories mate. Regards, Charlie

@midnightteapot5633 Жыл бұрын

I was a shunter in Melbourne Australia some time ago, we had a couple of 08 shunting locomotives that we called the F class. They were on broad gauge and had wooden guard rails placed next to the rodding for extra safety, aside that they looked identical. I only worked on it once on the gravitation hump where it was used as a trimmer. It was very jerky as I remember. Crews did not like it much.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing those memories, midnight teapot, much appreciated. Regards, Charlie

@midnightteapot5633 Жыл бұрын

@@ChadwickModelRailway Thanks mate! That little shunter standing on the step reminded me of myself when I was 22 years old. heh.

@roystudds1944 Жыл бұрын

Fascinating look at shunters. Never really thought about them much. Thanks for sharing your knowledge about them . Roy.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

You’re most welcome, Roy. Regards, Charlie.

@Accessibility-Track-Chris-Law Жыл бұрын

On the recommend / not-recommend front... I have an old Class 09 BR Blue Shunter from Lima that I converted to DCC. The motor sounds like a hammer drill. Not recommended for layout use because of the noise, but I do use it during my track laying as a reliable tester, and you can hear it even when out of sight. I'll be looking for a good Class 08 for the layout so this video is a great overview. Cheers, Charlie!

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed the video. Good luck with your project, regards, Charlie

@doodlecoma Жыл бұрын

that was freat and very enlightening, also glad to hear you sounding so much better,roy

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks Roy, I’m well on the way to recovery now thankfully. Take care buddy. Regards, Charlie

@redbank542 Жыл бұрын

Really interesting video Charlie and I can’t wait for the “stay alive” video. I have 2 shunters, both Hornby. A dreadful red colour 08 and a 040 Bagnall. The 08 DCC gets stuck on points if it’s in slow running mode. Hence the need for a “stay alive”. It will be interesting to see what you recommend.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

I’m still acquiring components and will probably shoot it in January. Regards Charlie

@andrewlaverghetta715 Жыл бұрын

I like the history in these locos. I have a soft spot for the “switchers” or shunters here in the USA. It was one of my first locos that I actually owned myself and wasn’t passed down from a sibling. It was a Chessie System loco. I just recently got one for my n scale/gauge layout that I’m planning on repainting and relabeling, but it’s pretty complicated to take apart and above all, small. Great topic!

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks Andrew, I’m so pleased that you found this video, particularly interesting. I’ve never known them as switchers! Regards, Charlie

@falconeye577 Жыл бұрын

WOW, as I have just finished my future layout on AnyRail I am looking at Engines and Rolling Stock Shunters are my fav pick, so I want to watch the Blue and White 07 010 looks GREATR

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks Falcon Eye. I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards Charlie

@topspoke 5 ай бұрын

I note that the Hornby 06 had what looked like an after market (or hand made) chassis. I recently bought a SH one for my children's layout and have been recommissioning it for service. Nice video, thank you.

@ChadwickModelRailway 5 ай бұрын

Thanks TS, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards Charlie

@davidsheriff8989 Жыл бұрын

Like the close-up running track. This shows the true wonder of these diesel locos...you are definitely the tech wizard.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks David, that’s very kind of you to say so mate. Regards, Charlie

@dkorthout Жыл бұрын

Charly, I appreciate your educational videos very much, keep them coming!

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

That’s very kind of you to say so DK. Regards, Charlie

@wideyxyz2271 Жыл бұрын

Always informative and entertaining. Great video.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks W XYZ, much appreciated. Regards Charlie

@alant1647 Жыл бұрын

Ahh, memories. My very first loco when I dipped into modelling 10 years ago was that Bachmann 03 shunter D2388, bought secondhand for £34. I used it for an Inglenook shunting puzzle, using Kadee couplings. Since converted it to DCC using a Bachmann board. Lovely little loco, still one of my favourites.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Great memories Alan, regards Charlie

@nevillepowell7502 Жыл бұрын

Hi charlie I was at Warliegh and wanted to congratulate you on your videos.Im helping an old couple,Ray is wheel chair bound with Parkinsons,His medication is sparodic in that he may be awake and lucid at very odd hours of the day and night.I introduced them both to your videos.His wife and he both watch at any time of the night or day.Although Ray may never attain his dream railway he always says I want mine like that! You dont know the pleasure you give to so many people ! Best wishes to you and your wife and have a very Merry Christmas,,regards Neville Powell

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

What a heart warming comment Neville. Please pass on my best wishes to Ray and his wife. Stay safe. Regards Charlie

@martinpattison1567 Жыл бұрын

All of my Shunters are 08s, most of them in green. I have one blue one, that I bought as a younger version of me. it still has its box and the price is shown as £3,25. Harlow Toy and Nursery Centre. Martin. (Thailand)

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Blimey Martin, today you can’t buy a used coal wagon for that price! Regards Charlie

@mangleytown Жыл бұрын

Fab video, I just love the class 08 😀 Keep up the excellent work here, love your videos

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks MT, that’s very kind of you to say so mate. Regards, Charlie

@WilliamHBaird-eq2hp Жыл бұрын

GREAT EPISODE! The Class 08 is a dream model to me (Loved them as a kid in the 1970's and still do!)

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Yes, happier times there, William. Regards, Charlie

@jimmyyoung5159 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Charlie I now feel well and truly shunted 😊 Another informative and well produced video.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks Jim, that’s very kind of you to say so mate. Regards, Charlie

@doddsy2978 Жыл бұрын

I enjoy your videos, they are entertaining. Ah! Shunters, I love them. Not sure why, but I do. I am eagerly awaiting the upcoming 02. I tried making a kit of one in N Gauge, years ago before that scale became too hard to see😂. It did not get finished. Ah well! Keep up the good work. Ian

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks Ian, we all deserve a few shunters. Regards Charlie

@robertgates7686 Жыл бұрын

Nice to see the modern class 03's. I have a Mainline class 03 which I believe is the basis of the Bachmann model. It is split chassis model and was difficult to fit with a decoder. It does however run well for its age but is rather noisy. I have fitted a permanently attached pickup fitted shunter truck which aids running since fitting stay alive looks impossible. I find that body removal to fit a decoder on most models is more difficult than it should be.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

I think that you’ve done well to get where you are Robert. Those older models are so difficult. Regards Charlie

@markfleming1605 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video review as usual.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks Mark, I’m so pleased that you found it. Interesting mate. Regards, Charlie

@brucewoods9377 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Charlie. Great video as always. Love the little shunters, my favourite is indeed the Class 08

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

A sound choice mate. Regards, Charlie

@mels1811 Жыл бұрын

Wonderful video and excellent train layout Charlie

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks Mels, regards Charlie

@alanhaynes4576 Жыл бұрын

Great video as usual. Loved learning about the different Diesel Shunters

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

It’s a fascinating subject Alan. Regards Charlie

@fladder1 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Charlie for this! As for the 08, here in the Netherlands those are also a familiair sight. And loved by a lot of modellers.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Such a popular design, all across Europe. Regards, Charlie

@tomwest Жыл бұрын

Always enjoyable Charlie but this was such an interesting video. Thank you.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks Tom, I’m pleased that was particularly suitable for you. Regards, Charlie

@123obinash Жыл бұрын

Thanks Charlie, I always look forward to every other Friday. A Nice way to finish off the working week along with a beer. Lol. Fascinating stuff.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

That’s very kind of you to say so Nathan.

@charlesdempsey176 Жыл бұрын

I enjoyed learning about the different shutters. Thanks Charlie.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks Charles, regards Charlie

@nickcoles518 Жыл бұрын

Genuine laugh out loud at “and it’s a special edition. OoooOOOOooooh!” 😂

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

A fair response Nick. Regards Charlie

@Williambakes Жыл бұрын

I was actually looking for a video to explain how to tell and my, what a helpful video! Your big arch bridge also gave me motivation to spilt my whole layout in half just to make a river for a bridge. Keep up the stunning work Charlie.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

That’s very kind of you to say so William. Regards, Charlie

@raymondjackson6069 Жыл бұрын

Hello, I watched one of your videos, which I find very useful and informative, and you were trying various methods to control sound. A few years ago, while I was building a new layout I had the same issue. After some searching, I found a suggestion for self-adhesive, soundproofing foam for autos, about 1/4", or 5mm thick. I tried it and am very satisfied. I cut strips to put on the base of plywood, then glue cork roadbed on top of that. I find when you cut all the sound effects of the locomotives, it's almost perfectly quiet - sometimes even a little creepy😀 because if you aren't going fast, you really can't hear anything. Thanks again for your fine videos and keep em' coming!

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

I’m so pleased that you found a great solution Raymond. Regards, Charlie

@raymondjackson6069 Жыл бұрын

@@ChadwickModelRailway Thanks, actually it's more like 1/8th of an inch thick, but it does the job. I am very satisfied with it and use it where I can. Thanks again and have a great day!

@jeffjones6107 Жыл бұрын

Never knew shunters could be so interesting, but that was down to you. Another great watch Charlie 👍

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks Jeff, that’s so nice of you to say so. Regards, Charlie

@dennisthickett4941 Жыл бұрын

Excellent informative video Charlie , nice to see the 1973 Ian Allan combined volume make an appearance, brings back memories...😊

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Such a simple of times, Dennis, we miss them dearly. Regards, Charlie

@alexmorgan2296 Жыл бұрын

Informative and helpful as always - just hope 🎅🏻 is listening . . . . .!!!

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Leave a few notes around the house! Regards Charlie

@cattonparkjunction Жыл бұрын

Great review Charlie, and another fabulous topic and video. I really enjoyed it! I must admit that I have a couple of class 08's and a class 03. All from bachmann and I cannot fault any of them. Stay safe Steve

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Clearly you have good taste CJ. Regards, Charlie

@1701_FyldeFlyer Жыл бұрын

Nice one, Charlie. Had my heart in my mouth when that chassis and body fell apart unexpectedly!

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

I almost needed a defibrillator! Regards, Charlie

@harperlarry49 Жыл бұрын

As an American railway modeler I don't know much about the different classes of British locomotives. I have been a huge fan of the Class 09 for several years. Now though, that Class 14 is a real beauty. It reminds me of my favorite American locomotive, the ALCO RS-3. Great video!! Thanks for sharing. Cheers - Larry.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks Larry, I’m so pleased that you found a video interesting. Regards Charlie

@leewall8230 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Charlie , great video ! I do love a the class 08 , brings back memories from my childhood layout. Will definitely have or or 2 😂when I get round to building my new layout. Looking forward to Warley tomorrow 😁

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks Lee, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it mate. Regards, Charlie

@barleyarrish Жыл бұрын

Steam is my thing but I wanted an early shunter for my coal yard and I chose the Bachmann 03, what an outstanding model this turned out to be, quiet, reliable, capable of a crawl with prototypical speeds, outperforms just about everything on my layout. And cab lights and driver! Great Video Charlie.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

I’m so pleased that you enjoy the video mate. 03 really is a gem. Regards Charlie.

@StBlazeyModelWorld Жыл бұрын

Another fabulous video Charlie. My heart was in mouth near the end when you demonstrated your method for removing the body from the chassis. We've all been there mate, usually on a client's loco for me. Good to you see you feeling better. I've had a slight relapse unfortunately. I'll be back in full swing soon. Stay safe mate

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Yes it was a worry Roger. I do hope that you will soon be fighting fit. Regards Charlie

@2010ditta Жыл бұрын

Very enjoyable video Charlie, thank you. I only have one. A Bachmann 08 in early 1950's black livery, like the 13XXX picture you showed. Lovely little runner. All the best.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks Tim, a great choice. Regards Charlie

@jeffreysutcliffe1139 Жыл бұрын

Interesting video with lots of information. I was looking for a shutter and your video helped me a lot.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

That’s great news Jeff. Regards Charlie

@gregoryhale2202 Жыл бұрын

Hi Charlie, another cracker of a video, you never fail to produce , informative and at times amusing videos, great stuff. I'm assuming that installing "Stay-Alive" is to avoid small shunters stalling on points. In 14 days I will tune in for your next exciting video. Cheers Greg

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks Greg, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it and it’s great to have you on board mate. Regards, Charlie

@daviemaclean61 Жыл бұрын

Marvellous video Charlie. I can't say I have a shunter "problem" but I certainly have a soft spot for 0-4-0 and 0-6-0 locos. Maybe they're just "cute"! However, feeding that addiction, I will now be on the look out for a Class 05 which I don't currently own. Cheers

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

I’m so pleased that you’re managing your addiction, Davie. Regards, Charlie

@hansandersen4106 Жыл бұрын

Nice video - as usual 😊

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks Hans, I’m so pleased that you found it enjoyable. Regards Charlie

@andrewpalm2103 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much indeed for this video, Charlie! Nearly all my locos (active and inactive) are shunters, so this was right up my alley. I especially appreciate that you ran through the shunter classes. I have a very small Plymouth MT-8 (diesel mechanical) that came DCC fitted, but my other three active units all had to be converted from DC to DCC. Two of these, although B-B, have short wheelbases and small diameter wheels so using a keep alive is quite necessary for smooth, uninterrupted running. And as my layout is very small, only slow speeds are possible on it. Thanks again and cheers from Wisconsin!

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info Andrew. Much appreciated, regards, Charlie

@davidberlanny3308 Жыл бұрын

Great video Charlie, I loved the history of each type that you put together. On the shelf above my computer I have a Hornby Dublo 3 rail class 08 shunter box. The colour scheme they used, blue background with thin yellow pinstrips, is quite superb, the engine was (is) a great favourite of mine. I liked the look of the class 14, very nice Good luck from Spain!!

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Great choices David. Regards Charlie

@martinworrall5888 Жыл бұрын

Another good one Charlie 👍

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks Martin, regards Charlie

@onnomulder9775 Жыл бұрын

Awesome review Charlie!!! I love the 08 shuntesr, because lots of them are still in use in Holland (Private compagnies / museum railways (Class 500/600 in Holland). Thanks for sharing this video mate!!!

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks Onno, we all need 08’s. Regards Charlie

@JackLabeck Жыл бұрын

Great video, I was amazed at the slow, smooth movement of some of those locos in DC, a good friend of mine installs decoders, up to 10 per week, and at least 1 out of 12 comes apart as yours did, as you say “happens to the best of us” Jack

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks Jack, I’m so pleased that you found it Interesting mate. As you say these things just fall apart occasionally. Regards, Charlie

@robertstrainset6556 Жыл бұрын

Hi Charlie, Interesting video a great selection you had as well. I have 4 shunters on mine so they are the Barclay 06 (Hornby)(S/H from Hattons) which was a very bad runner but to make it better connected a Shunters Wagon to it with some added pick ups which did help it a lot but it is now even much better due to the improvements I made to the layout for iTrains operation. The second is an 03 (Bachmann) with factory fitted sound which does well and did improve a lot after the track upgrade all so. The third is a Janus 0-6-0 with the factory sound (Oxford Rail) which is my worst performer by far and the handrails are to say the least prone to detach. My last one is the trusty 08 in the DB orange with the factory sound (Hornby) which is one of the best models that Hornby has made and has run without stalling over all my tracks from the very beginning and is so strong that after dropping it there was no damage done and you cannot say that about many models. I did buy a stay alive for the 03 but so far have not fitted it as it runs ok but it is always a thing I can do if needed.To finish well done for highlighting the issues you had with your new decoder as it lets all modelers know that even the big brands have there issues. Cheers Robert.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Agree comment Robert highlighting your issues. Regards, Charlie

@acftus Жыл бұрын

Another very entertaining video Charlie. Always informative and straight to the point. My layout, inherited from my late brother, is based on the north Devon area around Padstow and with a bit of poetic licence incorporate some china clay traffic which allows the use of 03 and 08 shunters. Must admit the 08 is a favourite of mine. The Class 14 brings back memories of visits to Swindon when these were being built, but I do regret throwing away all my combined volumes when I switched over to aeroplanes!!! Have a good time at Warley. Can't be there this year but I do hope to meet up with you somewhere in the future. Take care.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Excellent comment, which makes me think of happier times. Regards Charlie

@ianstransporthistorystuff8175 Жыл бұрын

Great video, and the class 14s and 08s are lovely locos as have crewed them both in real life ,also I have the Bachmann 03 in br blue and a nice loco.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks Ian, I’m so pleased you enjoyed the video. Regards, Charlie

@nathanward9865 Жыл бұрын

Hi! Great video. Not your usual style, but enjoyed it just as much! I’m not from and have never lived in the UK but am modelling UK because I love the look of the locos, so the background info is very interesting. Cheers!

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks Nathan, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting mate. Regards, Charlie

@alancope9962 Жыл бұрын

Lovely video on shunters Charlie, really enjoyed it

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks Alan, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it mate. Regards, Charlie

@alancope9962 Жыл бұрын

@@ChadwickModelRailway That's better than that dodgy post 😀

@NeilM_CFO Жыл бұрын

Great video, as always fascinating. I am still relatively new, again after some years, to the wonderful world of modelling railways. The first engine I bought this time round was the Hornby 08 (R3898TTS BR, Class 08, 0-6-0, 3817 - Era 6), my one lasting recollection of my childhood layout was a Class 08. A great runner but I do look forward to your "stay alive" video as I probably like most do have issues from time to time.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

That’s great news Neil. The Stay-Alives are a god send. Regards Charlie

@ronduz1281 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video as usual, we call them them switchers, yard pilot or yard goats over here in Canada. Love the mistakes and your honesty in these videos👍👍👍

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

I’m so pleased that you found it. Interesting Ron. Regards, Charlie.

@andrewclarke7707 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video as always. I have two N Gauge 08’s in BR green - lovely. Also, thanks for the screwdrivers tip (ouch) - I ordered them via your link. Cheers, Andy.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks Andrew, they are a lifetime investment. Regards, Charlie

@hoolihanmick5897 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Charlie. Most enjoyable episode. In a former professional life I had the opportunity for a lot of rides in shunting locomotives, mostly 08's, at Bescot, Tinsley and various other yard but my favourites the remote controlled, (were they Sentinels?) operating at British Steel Lakenby. For my own OO layout I wanted an 08 and in my ignorance bought a cheap Hornby one which displays all the problems you have previously detailed when runnng over points etc. But when running properly though it goes well. Currently I've got it apart waiting to be weathered extensively and fitted with 'stay alive' courtesy of your video on the subject and an Illuminated Models kit. My 'go to' shunter though is a Roco HO BoBo Deutsche Bahn 211 series locomotive. As my layout isn't essentially prototypical and built mainly for operational fun, the 211 is a gem. Heavier, no stalling, powerful and reliable. Even at HO it doesn't really look out of place, although I guess a purist would be horrifeid. I've decided to relivery it in Balfour Beatty colours to fit in with the infrastructure rolling stock and siding infrastructure I've installed. Nothing quite like a bit of shunting is there?

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

An excellent comment and I’m sure that your modified 08 will bring great service. Regards Charlie

@carolinerogers1057 Жыл бұрын

Me and my husband dave always enjoy watching your channel keep up the great channel

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks Caroline, I’m so pleased that you both enjoy it. Regards Charlie

@OxleyCentral Жыл бұрын

Nice to see you at Warley today - I didn't get a chance to introduce myself personally and say hello as you were deep in convo with the lads at Dcc Train automation - anyway just wanted to say these videos are very helpful to a newbie like me and I'm sure others.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

I’m so sorry we didn’t get to chat, OC. Stay safe mate, regards, Charlie.

@howardwebster2222 Жыл бұрын

Great informative video Charlie. Here at the south Devon railway we use a couple of 04 s and a 09 on the branch and it never surprise us the tractive effort you can obtain from these great little locos

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks Howard, I must return and get some decent footage of them sometime. Regards, Charlie

@howardwebster2222 Жыл бұрын

Only this week we were. sorting out the events for next year and your name came up. When we have fixed dates we are inviting you over for the diesel weekend and there could be a strong opportunity for a couple of cab rides

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

That would be wonderful Howard. I spoke to couple of your volunteers at the Warley model railway show. Regards Charlie

@darrenroe5118 Жыл бұрын

Another excellent, informative warts and all video Charlie. Did you know the Class 14 were much more then a shunter, actually designated a Type 1? They were designed as a trip working/branch line loco (basically a diesel replacement for the GWR pannier), they had around double or more the top speed of most shunters. Sadly the work they were designed for was already disappearing when they were introduced hence their redeployment on shunting duties. Fortunately for us they also make a brilliant locos for heritage line use leading to many being saved 🙂

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

I totally agree Darren. The class 14 is a real gem. We are so fortunate that many have been preserved. Regards Charlie

@trainswithmark Жыл бұрын

24:43 "this is the time when its your opportunity now to rip all the bits off like I normally do" - You had me in fits of giggles with that statement 😂 I will say I am guilty of doing things like this. it's easily done and happens to the best of us.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

It happens to the best of us Mark. Best wishes for 2023, regards Charlie

@trainswithmark Жыл бұрын

@@ChadwickModelRailway same to you Charlie. We will maybe see you about if you make a visit the model rail Scotland or if I make it to some shows down south!

@phil36310 Жыл бұрын

I don't use short wheel base locomotives either steam or diesel for shunting work. For stalling on points is always a problem with slow speed - unless you install Keep Alives. But these small engines are trouble enough to get DCC - sound inside. So for shunting I use small steamers such as a J15 with good tender pickups and not the Bachmann rubbish without or a Bo-Bo diesel. The tender locomotives pull small trains at a bit more speed so stalling is not an issue then. Note: I'm not a prototype model railroader. I just keep the era I model in view. That's 1950 till 1960 and steam still rules. Thanks for sharing ! Cheers, Filip

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

I totally understand Filip but surely it would be nice to have a shunter or two. Regards Charlie

@phil36310 Жыл бұрын

@@ChadwickModelRailway I have two Alco RS-3 and one RS-1 waiting to be DCC- sound equipped. These US diesel - that I really like - were multi-purpose and fit the bill for shunting too. They are Bo-Bo but reliable over points - and that's the goal. Thanks for your reply & success.

@bryan_lane Жыл бұрын

Thanks Charlie, I really am grateful for your policy of showing footage “warts an’ all !” Having fallen off the sofa in hysterics, I picked myself up and thought how wonderful it is that it’s not only me that suffers from unfortunate events such as the chassis of that 03 making a bid for freedom like that, and I’m sure my response is the same as yours was too 🤣 But joking aside, I’m glad the loco suffered no ill effects. It’s a bit of a minefield when it comes to removing body shells, some you need to dig them out with a shovel and some just fall out - either way having to take immense care not to bend things or break things off ! I don’t really have anything useful to say about shunters - believe it or not, the only one I currently have is a very old Triang Hornby Class 08 from my 1970’s youth that I’ll never run on my current railway. It goes like a rocket though, it’s scale speed could be hauling some of the top notch express trains ! Anyway, interesting stuff., thanks for another great video.. Sadly, I’m no longer coming to Warley as I’d planned due to the train strike. I’m gutted as I’ve never been before and I’ve been wanting to come for the past two years but obviously couldn’t. I really thought I’d make it this year 😢 It’s too far for me to drive, especially with the fuel cost so looks like I’ll have to wait and see what stops me from going next year ! Take care Charlie and have a great time at the Warley show. Perhaps you might consider do a video round up for those of us the can/t be there ?

@jhbluestar Жыл бұрын

Bryan, Charlie really is the greatest huh? Loved your thoughts! Hello from Az USA

@bryan_lane Жыл бұрын

@@jhbluestar Hi down there ! Yep, Charlie certainly entertains, great guy and I love his videos.

@jhbluestar Жыл бұрын

@@bryan_lane he is so down to earth. My grandkids call him Choo Choo Charlie andlove to watch him with me

@bryan_lane Жыл бұрын

@@jhbluestar Choo Choo Charlie 😁 How wonderful ! I hope Charlie sees this !

@middleportjunction Жыл бұрын

Great video as always Charlie. I didn’t realise there were so many classes of shunter.

@bionicgeekgrrl 9 ай бұрын

With your class 14, if you can't find your steps you can get spares usually from gaugemaster. Great video. Some lovely little locomotives.

@ChadwickModelRailway 9 ай бұрын

I’m so pleased you found it interesting. I have found the steps, but I’ll keep them safe until I need it in an operational role. Regards, Charlie

@mytinplaterailway Жыл бұрын

This was a good idea for something a little different. Thanks.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

I’m so pleased that you found it. Interesting mate. Regards, Charlie

@tonylawlor3503 Жыл бұрын

Many thanks, Charlie evevery one loves a shunter.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Perhaps our only true love! Regards, Charlie

@davidmathie8360 Жыл бұрын

Cracking video. Have several Bachmann 08 shunters. Although the S&C didn't have any in my world they do. One 03 also has a run on the layout a lovely wee shunter .

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Great, David, and as they say, run what you like. Regards, Charlie