I think this is one of those models that signals a changing of standards, and goes so far above and beyond in level of detail that previous 5 star level of detail models would no longer make 5 stars in comparison. Other models now have to measure up to this to get 5 stars.

I am not particularly interested in owning a deltic, but this gives me confidence to pre order one of their Manor Class locomotives. Edit: Excellent model though. Unless Hornby improve, I suspect that Accurascale, Rapido, and Dapol will put them out of business!

I'm not into model trains, but I'm tempted to get one of these just to mount it on a plinth as a nice bookshelf piece. Deltics are just beautiful, and accurascale seem to have done a great job with this.

Sam, further to my previous comments about the Deltic, mine has arrived and it looks and runs fabulously (it's DCC and the crawl is awesome). I had a small problem, in that some of the absolutely tiny steps at the corner of the body became detached and went missing when I first ran it. I emailed Accurascale last night (Saturday) at around 22.30 asking about the problem, fully expecting the same reply I had from Hornby - namely that they don't carry small spares and can't help. Two hours later at 00.30 on a SUNDAY morning I received a reply telling me that they would be dispatching the parts and I would receive them shortly. I'm flabbergasted by this, and truly hope that Accurascale thrive - fabulous products, great prices and excellent service. In case you're wondering, I have no connection whatsoever to Accurascale other than as a satisfied customer.

can we all just appreciate how sam spends hundreds of dollars for us, keep up the good work man, Also, it is my birthday today.

Fair review. I've been on RMWeb and whilst it's not your crowd the Accurascale guys are extremely customer focused. They've offered to exchange locos with less defects that yours had in terms of paint. I get the impression the email support is similarly prompt. I think they've learnt a fair few lessons by this for the subsequent releases. At £160 it's a heck of a lot of loco! To be fair to them the subsequent loco's are increasing in price but none have gone through the £200 mark. Only the 92 approaches that but it has two working pantographs so two extra motors!

I think Accurascale is working on the issues. I had an email update today with additional how-to user guides that aren't in the box. Thank you for such a detailed review, I can't wait. My sound version of the Nimbus is still in transit, so I hope to get it by Saturday.

Oh btw, as for a crawl. We’ve put quite some study into starting and stopping motion dynamics of real locomotives for our modelling matching in the future. We’ve observed that the biggest, gigantic wheels of steamers almost immediately perform a full 1st rotation somewhere between 4 to 5 seconds. Smaller wheels in the post-steam era somewhere around 3 seconds. Consequently, a 'crazy' super slow crawl taking a lot of seconds for a full 1st wheel rotation at departure or small movement isn’t actually very much needed for being prototypical. This is our observation of course, and others may have different expectations.

Another great review Sam. The loco looks splended with outstanding performance too. Hats off to Accurascale. Other manufacturers take note of that price point! I'm really looking forward to receiving my Class 37 later in the year.

I am so ready for all the other upcoming Accurascale locos now. Can't wait to see how the 30/31 and 37 turn out

Great review there Sam, I’m still currently waiting for mine which is 9021 Argyll and Sutherland Highlander, from what I have seen so far it is a great model

This is Accurascale's very first model? For a first go at this, it's absolutely immaculate. Best detailed diesel in your collection. The fact that there's only a few performance issues and some problems with the couplers that seem minor in comparison to the rest. This has to be commended. Especially for such a reasonable price.

Exciting. Always wanted to see this one in action. Nice new music in the intro too!

I got my 9016 Gordon Highlander on monday, is absolutely fantastic. One of the bogie chain mounts had come loose in the box and a second disappeared during running in, but the loco is amazing and is even more powerful than the renowned hornby class 60. It can haul all 16 IIA biomass wagons and 14 bachmann mk1s on my relatively tight corners and slight gradients. I also really appreciate how the headcode digits are mostly misaligned, because they would never have been perfect in day to day operations. I didn't have any issues with my couplings, as they seemed to couple perfectly every time and only popped out once when some mk1s derailed on a corner and fell over. Agreed re torque at low speed, on test in my bedroom it took a bit to get going (although that was before I ran it in in the loft). Still awaiting my sound fitted D9009 Alycidon from Rails though. And now I'm excited for the 92 and the 3 37s I've preordered.

Hugely impressive effort and result from Accurascale. I have seen a few videos of the DCC version and the sounds are very authentic. I would have no objection to parting with £260 for that version given that other companies are asking as much as that or more for locos that are not built nearly as well. Everything about this, from the packaging, finish, detail, loco information and performance talks volumes about a company that is clearly determined to produce top quality, top performing products at top value prices. The only downsides weee the coupling issue which probably means this was tested on Accurascale wagons and coaches but not other makers and not supplying instructions on taking off the body- bet that will lead to a few ruined bodies needing replacing. I have every confidence Accurascale will address these issues very soon. In conclusion, the other manufacturers in the industry need to up their game and take this very seriously. Great news for the enthusiasts!

Good and honest review as always, a game changer model indeed, bodes well for the forthcoming Class 37

Definitely looking forward to more of accurascale’s products. The Manor and 37 sound amazing. If the Deltic has this kind of attention to detail and hopefully some reinforcement after tribulations from this model (which may be easy fixes), imagine what else they could do with the yet-to-come products and beyond. Personally, I’d really like to see them tackle the Class 28. It’s one of the few we haven’t seen for some time that I believe is in dire need of a comeback

Great review Sam. I received my Deltic today and it looked great. I did have a small problem with one of the bogie chains being loose from the body and another small piece that had come off. Nothing serious. I did take a photo and sent it to Accurascale asking how and where to fit them back on and within an HOUR they had replied with the required information! They do have a series of videos on their website explaining how to fit/remove parts of the model which is quite handy. Agree having to unglue the chains to remove the body is a hassle -I've also order a crew set so will have to do it someday :-)

Brilliant and fair review Sam as always, top job. The reason i haven't commented on a video of yours for a long time is for the last couple of years the really warm weather has affected me a lot, but after a chat with my GP regarding what to do about that i am now OK. Best regards Gary.

A good honest review, thank you. I have a Porterhouse version due in a few days!

Wow! fantastic review I am sold on the high quality build, thanks Sam my hat of to you !

Hi Sam. I’ve just had my deltic delivered and it’s absolutely mint. The detail is astonishing. No marks on the body. Not one. A very happy chappie. I’m so impressed I’ve ordered another 👍👍👍👍👍

Glad it was so good! I have, sadly, heard quite a lot of reports of these having bits falling off out of the box, but I'm glad that didn't happen in this case. I'm hoping to get hold of one of their 37s at some point - and if they're as good as this, then I'll definitely have to!

wow, what a model, I will have to get one, brilliant video mate, keep up the good work 👍

A very fair and honest review with good points hinting toward the competition, I like how you say what you see with the same rigid standards to all. Well done Accurascale I agree with everything said about this model other than running due to having no means to try that myself yet. I have 55022 and 55005 from them with 55015 to come from Rails of Sheffield, also a class 37 on order and two class 31's. Rolling stock I have a rake of their haa hoppers and a rake of tiplers and some mk2 coaches pre-ordered. I'm also looking forward to the Cavalex class 56's of which I have 2 on order. If the other companies produced these with the same level of detail and pricing i'd buy from them also but it is nice to support the people who obviously are passionate about the hobby.

Unboxed mine today. One or two issues, bogie chain broken, a couple of small detail parts dislodged, found floating around in the packaging. Also, the hint of a cyanoacrylate fingerprint in the paint. All now fixed. Removed one coupling to add all the scale detail supplied, and replaced the other with one of better quality and an offset to correct the height issue. With regard to bits falling off - a classic manufacturing mistake. Pre-painted parts will simply not adhere to each other well. Any movement and the paint cracks and releases the component. Paint must be removed for the plastics to bond well. The bogie chains are a nice addition, but make body removal a chore - equally some notes on this task seem to have gone astray... Runs like a Swiss watch. Just ordered the sound set on pre-order from Accurascale. Generally very impressed. Best bit? One hundred and sixty quid. Other manufacturers need to wake up and smell the coffee. With detail that matches a static model, and a mechanism that puts many in the shade, lacklustre sound fitted efforts from anyone in excess of two hundred and fifty sovs won't be tolerated...

The detail is definitely worthy of a 'plus' rating like you mentioned many years ago with your TTS sound King Class review I also like the consist you put behind this locomotive, even if it is just because only that van could couple to it.

Hi Sam, great review. My 55005 arrived a couple of days ago. So impressed. I know yours isn't DCC sound but don't know if anyone else has spotted this yet. Switch on all the lights, F0 markers, F11 red tails, F12 cab and F25 engine room. Then F1 engine start and you even get the lights dim battery drain effect as the engine cranks over, absolutely brilliant.

This is the first model loco ive actually wanted to buy in a very long time, its lovely, i dont care about the crawl, its marvellous.

Amazing review Sam, honest and genuine you are a star. I want one 😁👍

Thanks for your review of this model. This certainly has raised the bar in terms of quality and value for money.

What a beautiful model! Accurascale sure is a promising new manufacturer! Great review too!

I ended up getting one of these today! I've been in the UK this week and went to the NRM in York for the first time and felt I needed to get a model from their shop to remember the visit by. They had an exclusive "The King's Own Yorkshire Light Infantry" model based off the class 55 in the museum and I thought of this video when I chose it as my souvenir. The detail is top notch and the price is hard to beat!

It's a rare thing that I'm ever lost for words - but wow! The level of detail and the quality for the price is exceptional. The other manufacturers could learn a great deal. Christian

Loved your review. I received the other day the Porterbrook version, which I have still to test. Even though it will primarily for display, I will be fitting magnetic couplings at the #2 end.

Beautiful details 😍🤩 I am very impressed

Great to have so many running numbers and info etc.

Every praise you said in this video for this locomotive is absolutely justified. It's truly beautiful. The couplings are such a terrible shame it was so good, but then at one of the basics it fell down. I give them the benefit of the doubt that its just a early production issue and the paint issues as well. Aside from at 10/10 model. Truly great value here truly puts Hornby to shame. Great review, Sam 👍

Hi Sam, great review as usual and I am impressed by the quality of the model. The little niggles apart, a wonderful Deltic. Almost tempted to go back into 00 again. But space does not allow it. Deltics are awesome engines and my favourite diesel. This is by far the best model I’ve seen. Looks great and running looks smooth. The couplings are in need of improvement as I would be annoyed if stock uncoupled on inclines, but your one seems to be ok on Gordon’s hill. A good price for the model, if they ever dip into N , would be a top of the list for me. Thanks again for sharing your time and experience with all of your friends. Paul’s N gauge channel watches every video. Superb videos and great tips.

Excellent. Glad you had one of these to review.

When it comes back into stock, I am definitely going to buy a deltic from accurascale

Brilliant! I have the prototype Deltic and love it. It has a headlight on hood for sale in USA. Sadly the never sold in US would loved to have seen them run in US.

Great review thank you. This looks like a beauty.

The quality of your review matches that of the loco. Thank you Sam.

I love it when it’s a cool that a Lima loco that’s just been re-detailed gets a “New Tool” from sam

hi again sam i am so taken in with this model and your review i watched it 3 times over : ) i have to admit there is room for improvement on this model where easier serviceability is concerned as well as to access to its motor. i hope accurascale takes note and modify this in future models..

Finally a great model at a not so ridiculous price would love to see the interior lights working on dcc and curious would you ever put the coach pull to the test to see if it could pull 65? Would be epic if it did!!

Another Excellent review Sam, you’re enthusiasm makes me want to break my piggy bank and get one.

Hi Sam looks a fantastic model, ordered Alycidon with sound back in 2018 really looking forward to receiving mine very soon I hope. Thanks Sam for your great review.

Absolutely brilliant review Sam, and what a stunning model, I'm really annoyed that every single one has sold out, I've always wanted a good Deltic model, oh well, maybe they'll be more made, who knows! I think Accurascale may be one of my new favourite manufacturers now! Here's hoping they continue the good track record! -TIDS

Hi Sam, just watched your review on the deltic. Top notch as usual. I’ve got one on order from rails Sheffield with sound. I was wondering what it would be like with Hunts magnet Couplings as you mentioned the nem couplings were a let down. I’m certain accurascale will do an urgent update regarding the body removal too as I’ve got the old men on order. Also I would of preferred the driver eating Bourbon biscuits 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 and the second man picking his nose. I’ll bet the competition are quaking in their boots.

A good review. So good, that I watched it twice.

This is one of the best review ever, Sam! I love it when you find amazing models that are great in price and quality. Your voice also gets so much happier and expressive too lol! Accurascale is now on my list of great oo scale model manufacturer. I love the class 55s! Now, saving up 💵 to get one myself! Happy Pride Month!🏳️‍🌈

Fabulous detail without doubt but now is the time to pick up a Bachmann Deltic for a steal. Great review as always Sam.

Sam, you certainly give excellent reviews! And the price of that item is super!! Thanks

Another great review Sam.

I absolutely love the deltics and this model is really impressive despite a few niggles here and there. Definitely a worthwhile purchase.

5:24 the IRM A class came with a similar handbook, using 1950s era designs from posters and leaflets about the loco. Must be a thing they do with their locos

Mine has arrived and I have checked it over with a magnifying glass and it’s perfect not a mark on it 👍👍👍👍

Thanks very much for the review. Very excited, since I ordered a DCC sound one in blue from the Deltic Preservation Society well over a year ago. Apparently there have been issues with the sound versions which has delayed things a little. I'm fine with that - they are obviously doing their best to get things right. I am a little concerned with what you mentioned regarding coupling height, but we'll see how that works in practice with my rolling stock.

great review of a brilliant looking, and working, model. I shall definitely give the class 31 a careful look. When will some of the other "manufacturers" realize that having their models built for them under contract means they are open to direct comparison with other companies using similar foreign manufacture and box stuffing? Thanks again Sam!

Well, I've commented before about the current pricing from some manufacturers, especially for old tooling. But this newly tooled, high-quality product, which has clearly been made with great care and reverence to the real locos is darned good value in comparison. If my wife and budget allowed, I'd be ordering one for sure, I will be ordering one of their class 31's though regardless. Excellent review Sam

Should see about getting a pack of their MGR Coal Hoppers that are coming out over the next year, the fantastic detail puts Hornby's 2003 model to shame (Let alone the 1980s one), especially considering Hornby lists a higher RRP per wagon!

Mine is arriving Monday. Can't wait

Hornby? Bachman? You taking notes? A Class A locomotive that doesn't cost a fortune to be good. A stunning example of you get what you pay for minus the coupling issues. The crawl could be better but to me is dismissible as it is an express loco for main line passenger service. An excellent model that blows to shame the lemons from Hornby, Bachman, Dapol, and Heljan.

Awesome video today Sam beautiful modle really want one

That was very interesting and an impressive statement of intent from a new manufacture of locomotives. I think the coupling issues need to be highlighted though, as it’s the sort of thing that could become endemic with all the releases of a manufacture it’s not called out immediately. All that being said, will you order a class 92 now? As I would dearly love to see that review (given how poor the Hornby model now is).

Hi have 2 Blue versions brake actuators were loose when one arrived but credit to accurascale on it and spares inbound exceptional locos!!

Just received a sound version of The Durham Light Infantry. As you show, the detail is incredible and far superior to that any other manufacturer has produced. The sound is impressive and the decoder allows more lighting control. I agree that the weight of the engine affects the slow speed running, however, that's not really a problem for me with an express locomotive. For £250, sound fitted, including postage, this is the best value locomotive I have bought, especially when I compare it to the £217 that Hornby are asking for their DCC ready Class 91. (I paid £200, with postage from a retailer and had to send it back for exchange due to incorrect gauge leading to derailing on points... poor quality control). Accurascale is clearly leading a change in standards that other manufacturers will have to follow.

Got an accurascale manor on order - this does bode well

Thank you for that review and all your reviews. I find them highly informative. If this is how good the deltic is…. I can’t wait for the Manor I pre-ordered. I do hope the coupling issue is sorted though as I do have a HELJAN western with the same problem. Is there a video showing how you do it?

Very nice model from Accurascale Sam. I would definitely pay for the model for 160 pounds which is a reasonable price.

Good review of a great loco & model. Re the coupling issue have tried useing a bachman cranked nem coupling that use on their mk 1 coaches & some of there wagons ?

Hi Sam, Nice like it very much, I do like the Deltic, All the best Brian 😃

I don't model in OO scale but I have to say this model is excellent. Good review.

Bonus Brownie Points to the small model companies like Accurascale and Rapido to push the boundaries for a high detailed ready to run locomotive. These seem to be a steal at £160 before the inflation bubble expanded, and an even better price still today post covid and the extreme costs from the other top four manufacturers, especially Hornby. Got to say your reviews do highlight the pro and cons and this Class 55 Deltic doesn't escape your keen eye and testing of rolling stock. I am still waiting on my Porterbrook Gordon Highlander to arrive, and it looks as if this is a top scale model like the wonderful Class 24 range from Suttons Locomotive Workshop. Suttons (in my book) is a hard act to follow, and I look forward to their Class 25 that are due out, fingers crossed, this year. Thanks Sam, for your fair review as always.

On the lack of instructions on removing the body. They sent out an email in the last week with links for their website with various things like removing the body, the bogie basekeeper, etc. I guess to save paper maybe? There's a lot of links. I'm really looking forward to getting mine once it's been shipped out. Cheers

Amazing! this is great for the hobby, I hope Hornby shareholders see this, they might fire the management team at Hornby. This loco is a game changer.Great work Accurascale. I hope you sell out!

Nice honest review as always Sam.It certainly is a beautiful model,i wonder what Mr.Kohler make's of it all lol ;)

Awesome video Sam's trains

Great review, hope Hornby and others take note 📝

Still waiting for my model from a major box shifter but this is encouraging. I expect a bit of black tack would stabilise the coupling and also if its too high then it might be swapped for a Bachmann cranked coupling.

Wow this is amazing

I have one of these (D9009 in as-preserved condition) and it’s the crown jewel of my collection. I have high hopes for their future. So high in fact that I have pre orderered 31128, 37419, 37423 and 50008 from them!

Haven’t bought a locomotive since 2017 but really want to get one just to support accurascale for this beautiful diesel.

Very Good - looks like Hornby got some catching up to do!!! 😉🚂🚂🚂

My porterbroke purple Deltic arrived, similar coupling issues. With DCC the crawl is great. The sounds are fantastic, just not quite what I remembered from my childhood! There was a thrumming noise as they idled in the station that's not quite right, close but not 100% the same. DCC version at £260 is also great value I feel.

Another fine review Sam.... I would compare this in weight to the Hornby Dublo (Green) Co-Co Diesel, which I think was ultimately turned out by them in Deltic livery.....and obviously without the dreaded yellow ends. I would reckon the Hornby Dublo model, (an all die-cast body), was heavier The Hornby Dublo was fitted with Traction Tyres and they proved their worth in every respect. As was common with Hornby Dublo, they usually ran some long distance, (hours of continuous operation), with a long train, whenever they introduced a new model. Invariably this was run in the window of a store like Gamages, with a report of the test then featuring in the following months Meccano Magazine. When my Dad bought me the Co-Co, (a locomotive was usually my main Christmas present), we were both struck by how powerful it actually sounded. D9006 was the first Deltic we both saw at Leeds Central, when it brought in The Yorkshire Pullman......obviously without the dreaded yellow ends, and long before it carried a name. Just watching it ticking-over was pretty impressive to me as a young 14 year old lad. James Hennighan Yorkshire, England

Sorry Sam but shocking that this is your first Accurascale review. I have 4 rakes of their wagons and quality and price is in another league. Welcome to the club!.

hi sam great video,i think this sounds the death sentance for the hornby deltic. will save up for one

Fantastic review Sam, and fantastic price. I've just been looking at the re-release of the Hornby M7 tank engine, which is priced at £194! The new Deltic is cheaper!

Really wish I'd known about this model sooner. All sold out and I would've killed for one in early BR blue! Brilliant machines

Looks amazing

the detail is just breath-taking

Hi Sam, as a matter of interest the 'horseman" (knight) is the central part of the coat of arms for the county of Fife. Great review, keep up the good work.

I wish I had a layout that could really make it worth having a Deltic, cause good lord the Accurascale Deltics sure seem amazing.

Really superb. Well done accurascale

Very good, looks an excellent model.

Hi Sam Great Review. I have just received my Accuscale Deltic ( skund vsrsion)sounds great and runs well, but like others bits ha ve dell offin box ie, chains,ione sand pipe from the bogies, and other little bits if detail no idea where from. Also likeyou you pointed ou t no instructions how to remove t hings

I've been converting my fleet to DCC non-sound and even the older stuff that didn't have the best low-speed running now does. I bet this Deltic would too with an ESU 21-pin Lokpilot or Loksound V5.