New! EFE/Kernow Southern Railway CC1 Booster: Model Running historical facts & Drivers' Tales.

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EFE's CC1 Booster: More than just a model, it's a portal to the past!
Dive into the captivating world of Southern Railway history with this comprehensive video. Watch the meticulous details of my EFE CC1 model come alive on your screen, showcasing the sleek outline and technical marvels of these pioneering electric locomotives.
But the journey doesn't stop there!
Uncover fascinating facts about the CC1s' design, development, and operational successes, from their groundbreaking performance to their impact on British railway history. Immerse yourself in the authentic soundscape with carefully crafted sound effects that bring the roar of the Booster locomotives to life.
But the real magic lies in hearing the firsthand accounts from the drivers who knew these three iconic locomotives (CC1, CC2, and CC3) best. Relive their experiences, insights, and anecdotes, gaining a unique perspective on the legacy of these silent giants.
This video is a must-watch for model railway enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone fascinated by the power and elegance of electric traction.
So buckle up and prepare to be transported to a bygone era! Join me as we celebrate the past and appreciate the enduring legacy of the Southern Railway CC1 Boosters.
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@vectorbrony3473 6 ай бұрын

It's been great learning about these unique locomotives. EFE really has brought something unique to the market and the number of variations is impressive. Such as the first loco working its first few years in Grey livery and protective covers on the cab windows to protect them from damage. Here is hoping EFE continue to impress us in the future

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

Couldn't agree more! Yes I'm so tempted by the other variants I must say

@simonlilley 5 ай бұрын

Southern Way Special No 11 is the main reference work on these three locomotives. By 1939 the design work had started with an outline and weight diagram prepared on 25 May, however much of the design work continued into the war and was halted for a while between late July 1940 and December that year. The first meeting between ASLEF and the SR over the manning issue was on 10 December 1941

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 5 ай бұрын

Hi, please watch my history video where you will hear full details

@RockyRailroadProductions_B0SS 6 ай бұрын

Historical stats and figures on locomotives is one thing, but personal anecdotes from people who worked with them are my favorite bits of history. Love the stories about how they would run these in sidings away from 3rd rail and the challenge of getting it back on the juice in ten minutes or else. Raising the pantograph at speed just to tease the signalman is the kind of workplace fun I could only dream of. From a modelling perspective, the setup of the real locos seems ideal; Third rail pickup, but because of the booster flywheel setup, it's totally for one to run in sidings where a third rail wouldn't fit. Has a pantograph for visually confirming that, yes, it's an electric loco, but only small sections of overhead are needed as opposed to stringing wire across the whole layout. Your historic presentation via models is great as always, excited to see more!

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

Thanks very much indeed that means a massive lot to me

@stephendavies6949 6 ай бұрын

Another excellent example of infotainment, and great story-telling.

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

Thanking you kindly 🙏

@davidhardy7356 6 ай бұрын

This is another informative and interesting video from you again Mike . There are now very many large layouts channels on youtube these days . However your one and a couple of other channels are my favourites . I am always impressed by how you have managed to pack so much in such a compact space and also keep it operational , inspirational , amusing and educational at the same time . I really enjoy and like your video presentations, humour and the music tracks . All those super large loft and room layouts channels simply do not do it for me and in fact can be quite boring as there is either to much or to little going on to keep me interested for a long time period. People such as yourself seem keep the fun side in this hobby going without the need to take it to seriously . Cheers and Thanks again and i look forward to more of your posts . P.S. Do you know what has happened to Barrie Davis's Cranworth Model Railway channel as he seems to have gone again ? 🙂👍

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

I'm absolutely blown away by your kind comments and observations. You totally get my outlook. Thank you kindly. I have nothing to do with BD I'm afraid

@derekhayes8209 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for the brilliant posting. The prototype history brings a new and fascinating dimension to model railways IMHO. Sounds like a really interesting locomotive, and liked by the crew.

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it, delighted my efforts are bringing more enjoyment

@neilfarrar6217 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for producing this follow up film Mike, I appreciated the "lived" history content and the explanation of the booster system. It's been fascinating to find out about a locomotive I knew nothing about. Certainly looking good and running well now, more power to you!

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

Thanks very much, have to say I'm in awe of them, such an early design but amazing technology

@fircombehallrailwayoogauge1430 6 ай бұрын

Excellent research and presentation! Thank you Mike.

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

So glad you enjoyed it 😊

@vcs00railway84 6 ай бұрын

What's not to like! Brilliant video, very enjoyable to watch and packed full of historical detail

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

Much appreciated! 👍 Thanks

@tabriff3832 6 ай бұрын

So, the stay-alive of model railways, could be said to mirror a real engineering practice. Fascinating.

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

Lol yeah, I'd love to make an actual physical booster set, maybe coreless motors would do it?

@ghostengineer 6 ай бұрын

Another great video Mike. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

Very welcome, 😁🤗

@hotdogpilot6319 6 ай бұрын

Fascinating. Thanks Mike.

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@hythekent 6 ай бұрын

Absolutely fascinating

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

I thank you very kindly

@ciaranburke3243 6 ай бұрын

She's lovely mike glad you ironed out the issues, like the mock up of how the boosters work 😁👍

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

Thanks 👍 you and me both

@rodericfindlay4147 6 ай бұрын

I can't say anything better than the detailed comments already made. It is a splendid video, full of interesting history and first-hand accounts. CC1 was delivered six months before I was. I wish I had a booster installed.

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Lol yes I think we could all do with a booster

@ewhurstgreen 6 ай бұрын

Interesting - thank you for posting. 👍

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@RS-xo7rd 6 ай бұрын

Thank you. Very interesting. I've ordered 20002 in black, the most elegant livery.

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

Very welcome, ah yes black looks beautiful on them

@tenfootvoyager 6 ай бұрын

Interesting history. Explains how I spotted 20002 at Norwood Junction many years ago when I was a nipper. 😃

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

Cheers John

@mytinplaterailway 6 ай бұрын

Well matched greens!

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

Many thanks, I was wondering if I could lol

@NWRJ_WStudios 6 ай бұрын

I'm not really into electric locomotives, but great history video Mike. Cheers Jasper & Willow

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it thanks 👍

@cedarcam 6 ай бұрын

Good to see you got the problems sorted out. I did not know a lot about these locomotives so found this interesting The booster worked longer than I thought, I thought they only ran a couple of minutes if that to get over rail gaps. Sounds like they were advanced for their time with all the power notches and no electronics.

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

Thanks, yes they were absolutely amazing machines.

@Shelfandtabletoplayouts00gauge 6 ай бұрын

Thorough examination and explanation there Mike, hope you have trouble running from now on. Does remind me of the ‘Sarah Siddons’ London Transport electric loco. Great history and running, all the best, Darren

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

Thanks Darren really appreciate it

@FredWilbury 6 ай бұрын

I must admit Mike my comment on the first video of this you did , I was well impressed of this running session and info 👌😎☕️ Fred

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you! Fred

@FredWilbury 6 ай бұрын

@@ModelRailwaysUnlimited just found they do a black version, now that’s possibly on my list. 😊

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

@@FredWilbury enjoy

@ArcadiaJunctionModelTrains 6 ай бұрын

Very enjoyable and informative video. The loco design has an early SNCF French look to it.

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

Many thanks! Glad you enjoyed it

@Night_Ferry 6 ай бұрын

Wonderful video. I doubt very much you'll see another video with wires in the yard. Even the little detail about the control box. Great to have the drivers opinions on record. A fine machine indeed and one ive only recently took notice of. Had mine out today seems to run nicely, slight growl when first running. The Mrs was impressed by the lights so I got a couple of Pullmans out of storage. I was happy to see its somewhat prototypical thanks to that picture. I was very impressed with the booster demonstration. And I hope the chap who wrecked the pantograph didn't get in too much shit. Im sure no one else mentioned it again...

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

Thanks so much you are always so kind. Ah yes that's a wonderful photo and absolutely Pullmans, must get mine out. Glad you liked the demo, I should have found a much bigger flywheel but time was limited. Lol yeah, I think it made a hole in the bridge wall, haha

@edwardvincentbriones5062 6 ай бұрын

i can see the bulleid wheels on the locomotive. cool feature.

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

Yes, rather impressive

@edwardvincentbriones5062 6 ай бұрын

I watched a recent Hornby Magazine video on this subject, which also came with history. Watching this now, I can see the differences between them.

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

@@edwardvincentbriones5062 many thanks 👍 I'm glad to help

@Chris-BognorRegis 6 ай бұрын

Forgot to say what a lovely loco the CC1 is, did they ever go down to Bognor by any chance? Shame they do not do them in N Gauge. Regards Chris

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

Hi Chris, yes they absolutely did

@janetlewis7145 6 ай бұрын

Another well researched video. About a loco I never heard of before. Are there any in preservation and operating. Bill from California

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

Cheers Bill, yes very interesting sadly none were kept but there is one class 71 as part of the national collection. The 71s came after and included one booster set. I did a video reviewing the DJM class 71

@Chris-BognorRegis 6 ай бұрын

Hi Mike - As usual another interesting and informative update which as usual I thoroughly enjoyed. On another note Mike, Dapol are bringing out in N gauge a Class 7P6F Bulleid Streamlined Battle of Britain 4-6-2 21C164 "Fighter Command" along with the West Country 4-6-2 21C113 "Okehampton" both in SR malachite green. Would these have run between Chichester and Brighton by any chance? Now I know you drove the Class 33 and these were used on my layout but would I be okay in using both of those put out by Dapol which are the Class 33/0 D6509 in BR green with bodyside white stripe & no yellow ends and the D6523 in BR green with bodyside white stripe & small yellow panels? Kind regards Chris

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

Thanks Chris. Yes I'm certain I've seen Bulleids along the coast. As for the 33s in green. Absolutely

@Night_Ferry 6 ай бұрын

I need to open mine up to fit a decoder. I might as well add a crew at the same time. For 1942 what would the uniform be? Blue jacket or black?

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

Hi, both really, see what my mate Rodney had on, the fireman would be in blue steam overalls

@Night_Ferry 6 ай бұрын

@@ModelRailwaysUnlimited That's what made me question the colour. I would have just assumed blue but that handy picture showed the black jacket I thought was later. Cheers!

@ModelRailwaysUnlimited 6 ай бұрын

Pleasure to assist :)