Very impressive, you never know how good these things are to you try them. Thank you for showing us.

well soon I might need to buy one because I will try to build a outside layout I will also see about recording the building progress so be on the look out for that. I know it is not practical but it should be fun I have a bit of track but I will need more to complete it.

"Wow". That was impressive I can't believe the muck that came of I will be getting one those when my layout is up and running what a machine. Regards George..

Seen a few videos of the CMX track cleaner which I had on my wish list.. This is the first video I've seen thats shown this track cleaner fully in action, I think you may have changed my mind. Thanks for showing this..

Just to say that having just acquired a new but technically old model (the purple one, same as in this review), I’ve ripped out all the electrics and those very poor spring truck power contacts and installed a 9v PP3 battery system. Then you can run this unit flat out (but within the makers warning that the motor is 9v max voltage) using a DC or DCC loco as you wish - pushing the cleaning wagon. I’ve made a carrier that lifts the battery up in the rubbish compartment so that all that gets sucked up during use can still go somewhere. If anyones keen to know more, I’m happy to consider making a short KZfaq video to provide details - just comment if that’s of interest.

wow its a winner then ! looks like it does a super job.....your closer look was well worth it ..great video cheers dave

Hi Richard enjoyed the video I have been looking at dapol track cleaning wagon for a while now i think I will get one when my track is layed on new layout

I might have to get one of those, there're amazing.

Very good review but I agree with MarkoBricksUK about scratch marks left by the abrasive disk and the dirt that will get into them. You're then playing catch up. I only use mine for the vacuum and the polishing pads although on one occasion it "sucked up" the spring thing on one of my points!

have to agree these are a great bit of kit to drag around, i too could not believe how much dust it collected.. my gripe would be the cost as feel they are just a little steep in price, but what isn't nowadays..

This is a great little product! However, I tend to avoid using the grinding pad as it can on occasion snag on more complex track geometry. I would without hesitation invest in CMX clean machine, it may be a little pricey but it makes the mundane task of track cleaning far less painful. Love your work and your layout!

A fantastic well demonstrated video ! Thank you & cheers, Filip

I'm thinking of getting one of these because my track really needs a good clean

Hi mate, I think your bung seal is fine, if you watch the video back you will see that you spilt a bit when filling. Craig

Excellent review, This is perfect for larger model layouts which require more time to clean, if your in a loft you will always get a lot more natural dirt and dust, the Hoover section is ideal for dealing with that, I will consider buying one of these for that alone, the only reservation I would have about abrasive disks would be that they could scratch the rail head and those scratches could provide a key for subsequent dirt to attach itself? Also like the other wagon based track cleaners this would probably not work on a layout where the owner has fitted a prototypical 3rd rail, but a fine piece of kit nonetheless.

Keep up the good videos and clips I love them

Really useful review Richard. Thumbs up from me too.

I would use the grinder disk first then vacuum then polish, nice video and cleaner car. may have to get one myself

Hi Richard, a great review on a much maligned bit of kit. I have used mine for many a year and agree with you wholeheartedly. They do need maintenance themselves though and you’ll find this as you use it more. Wheels require cleaning on a regular basis and the touch style connections in the bogies are susceptible to collecting crud especially when the hover is used. Enjoyed it and thanks Jerry

I would be hesitant to use the grinding disc as it might degrade the rail surface and more likely to collect dirt in the future, but the hoover and polishing bits seem pretty good. Use the grinder too much and you will have converted the track from code 100 to code 75! The CMX wagon is eye wateringly expensive. Tony North Eastern has done a review (and makeover) of the Bachmann cleaner. Worth checking that out too.