lovely engine Sam, the one at the NYMR has just been repainted into LNER lined black

You're quite right to call her 'elegant'. What an absolutely beautiful machine...she's a stunner. The separately fitted metal parts are a sign of good quality, as you say and that cab interior is very well detailed...I'd say one of the best I've seen. Let's hope this sets a new benchmark for fine detail on new models. I've always had a slight bias towards Bachmann for detail and weathering etc but some of the new Hornby releases are are really well presented. I think the slightly jerky motion at slow speed may be ironed out a little after a good run in. Great review, as always, mate. Tom :)

I like thompson’s locos, don’t agree with his modifications on the p2 but other then that his locos are good

Excellent video and a awesome chat with your B1

Sam, Doncaster green was meant to be slightly darker (if I'm remembering correctly) than that of Darlington, the LNER's other main works, a result both of the paint being mixed per use, not in batches, and a remainder from the pregrouping days (GNR grass green is noticably slightly darker than that of the NER). There were works discrepancies in the livery, it's all very interesting to look into, things like lining, the numbering style and so forth; I believe Stratford Works was notorious for not following "the rules". You see this with the other Big Four companies, too. Hope you found this interesting! Alex

She is absolutely beautiful in the LNER Green. Great locomotive . Another fine job on the video Sam.

Oh yes I remember when LNER built the beautiful king class locomotive, and we are very lucky to have three of Thompson’s kings in preservation today. 😂😂

Out of most Thompson locomotives, this and the L1 are the best ones. And this is my favorite variant of British railways. The gill sans livery.

Sam, I've just realized you made my wish come true! That little segment of the engine running with the music right after you start the video is just lovely! I love that you bring the camera right down to the tracks. Good review as always. ;)

I just got my B1 in BR lined black and late crest, it was a secondhand in new state, and really not been out of the box before other than for inspection only, no running marks on the wheels, no dust and all parts in sealed bags. It was more than £87,-, at £115,-, but considering the RPP of £176,- for this loco now I consider it still as a bargain, as it is in mint condition. The £87,- you payed was really a steep bargain, I consider this one sold not so well as the other versions because it spans such a short time, between 1948 and maybe 1953 It is a very nice model indeed an runs well, and wil handle more than those 6 coaches. I love it as much as my couple of K1's which I bought earlier.

Hey sam thanks for wishing me a good time as I’m currently riding behind tornado

Congratulations Sam on reaching 20,000 subscribers. This is really a great achievement. Al.

Another excellent assessment video of this fine model from Hornby Sam...Keep up the good work....Bob

Hi Sam great video these trains are lovely!

Sam's "it's beautifull" Trains!!😎 The tender coupling is a common issues with Hornby tenders, had at least three fall off when running!

I've just ordered this from Hatton's prior to watching your video! I now feel vindicated with my choice too. I agree with your scoring it really looks the part & apart from minor issues can't wait to run it on my layout. Getting to the point where some of the prices for current loco's are getting beyond the average modeller like myself so seeing a bargain adds to the satisfaction I think you'll agree. Keep up the good work mate!

Hi Sam, This model was sold by Hattons for an Unbelievable bargain price of £79.00 around last Christmas I believe, I was to buy one, but got distracted by my work and when I came round to buying it in a couple of days it was all gone. Hornby has discontinued this model since and whatever available are being sold for well over £120.00 on eBay. You were lucky to get your hands on one for 87 quid.

Lovely green loco for paddy's day reminds me of the b12 super video Sam darryl wicklow rep of ireland

Looks a decent model. I had the same problem as you with the coupling on the tender of my Princess Arthur.

‘When I was young and green...’ Nice loco Sam! This was a fun Review to watch!

Again a great review of a really beautiful steam loco. Excellent.

Yay! An unboxing video on my birthday :D

OMG like just an hour ago I was looking if you had a video of this and then you just released it! I have the loco and it runs a treat I love everything about the loco-although half the regulator snapped off its made of like.... Well... paper!!??? And I got mine from hattons for £87 too! The real ones are great too, I've seen 61264 on NYMR, love the whistle!

Great video! A real shame the B1 wasn’t at the SVR gala though, however, it was replaced with a local favourite of mine, the S&DJR 7F 53808

HAPPY 20 000 SUBSCRIBERS SAM! YOU DESERVE IT. WILL YOU DO A SPECIAL VIDEO TO MARK IT?

Evening Sam, that was an ace review of your Hornby LNER B1 in British Railways Apple Green livery. The detail looks smashing and the running performance is great. £87.00 is a very good price although it's a bit expensive. Today I went to the Severn Valley Railway for their Spring Steam Gala, they originally planned to have B1 No.1264 from the North Yorkshire Moors Railway at their Gala, but unfortunately it was cancelled due to her winter maintenance weren't finished in time, so they invited the 7F No.53808 from the West Somerset Railway instead, but I still had a wonderful day today. I can see 6 LNER Locomotives, the odd one out is the Lancashire & Yorkshire Railway Class 5 2-4-2 Tank Engine. Once again, your review was ace. 10/10 & 5 stars. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 😉

Looks like a great model Sam!

#61310 was built by the North British Locomotive Works on April 19th, 1948 and was withdrawn from service on April 5th, 1965. It was cut up at Drapers Scrapyard on May 31st, 1965.

awesome train, love the wheel configuration!

I remember when I didn't know much about trains and was planning to get into the hobby, I really liked this one because of 'Thompson' so I wanted to get it haha, it's because it reminded me of J.J. Thomson ahaha. This of course was before I knew about Thompson and his standardization, still haven't gotten one though :P.

Amazing model sam!

I love the 4-6-0 configuration Also loved the little edit with the King Class typo You should do more of that comedic editing zooms tracking shots maybe a sound effect or two

8:45 It seems odd having this engine letterd for British Railways, but not having their smokebox numberboards! But a few early BR engines in LNER green had this feature! (Tornado should try running wihout its numberboard!) I think this is a neat looking model, especially pulling blood and custard coaches!

Thx for the hisory of the loco quite intresting

When I watched InterCity82's review on the B1 he rated this locomotive fully on to 10/10! :D But it would be cool of yours also made it up to 10/10 if the locomotive doesn't have minor problems of detail and performance.

Hey Sam great unboxing and I love your channel very much

Hi Sam it was L&YR Class 5 loco. I have a B1 well In BR Black And it By Replica Railways and I bought it from Hattons

Doubt that Bachmann are going to fully re-tool the B1, with such a good model from Hornby. Great review!

YES!!! My Favourite Class Of Engine - Great Review Sam , love the choice of engines! : )

Sam, personally I prefer the black b1, here in the north west we didn't get to see many green liveried engines, and our black ones were very dirty indeed, they were used for hauling coal to our local power station. Terry

Nice loco despite it being a 'King'! Hornby is getting better.

Great video as always Sam. She's a beautiful engine isn't she. Cheers

Good review, love those coaches it was pulling... Love the cab detail...

That is a beautiful loco. Great video Sam.

Thx i just saw a b12 rush past at Hampton loade

Great vid Sam might get one of these because it looks so nice especially in that livery I noticed it said king class on the back

i loved the intro at the beginning with that music :D

I work with an old boy called Stevie, who would have worked on these locos, and he always says “when I worked on the LNER there were no standards, but there were proper engine everywhere. That is a gorgeous locomotive Question, are you ever going to visit the Strathspey Railway?

Hey i got a question: what job do you have? Ps: nice unboxing video😋😁🙄👍👌✌👉

Ha! What a fantastic video and review of the B1. Planing to get one myself. In fact, it is my 15th Birthday.

These are real tender engines good as in coal price's, building cost and is pretty ok on other railway lines and i heard that one B1 went 95 mph which is pretty fast

Sam, Thompson B1 is also in BR black.

It really is beautiful . Wonder what other colors it might have been in

I am so jealous of your collection and layout, all I have is a few train sets worth

The B1 was the LNER version of the Halls and the Black Fives.

Very nice unboxing!

She is gorgeous Sam ❤❤❤❤

Great video, I really like my Bachmann B1. I'm guessing the odd one out is the maroon 2-4-2T for obvious reasons.

One of two Thompson engines that look good

Another great review Sam. I must say that is a real bargain. At a well known hobby store here in New South Wales Australia, the same model is for sale for $390 au! That's about £216! So £87 is a real bargain. Always looking forward to seeing your reviews as thay are very enjoyable. Cheers

Huh, coincidently, just bought a Thompson Class B1 in the BR Black livery for my birthday today. ^^

I got a B1 in this livery for Christmas

Hornby are even currently doing a LNER toad aswell

Sam this train looks cool

The trouble I've had with the Replica Railways/Bachmann B1's. Split chassis aside, it's the plastic wheel inserts that always end up bulging. What, in the name of Gresley, did they think they were doing with that nonsense? :)

As always, nice video! I'll be there tomorrow for the live stream!

Brilliant model and pulling historically accurate coaches too! The Bachmann one sounded like a bargain!

Nice video as always Sam! Will you be getting the Hornby peppercorn green Tornado?

The model im more waiting for Its the Hornby Lord Nelson Class when comes out

LNER D16 because of four drivers or BR/LNER B17 due to it being the only Brunswick green

Nice video, the locomotive is nice

nice loco,I love the Thompson b1

The blue train at nene valley was a Swedish B class, Did you see the tracked hovercraft in the Peterborough station, I'm going to go on the flying Scotsman in may

I always love a good british railways steam livery even if it might be a LNER livery.

87 quid for a dcc ready loco with that detailing sounds good to me.

The tender Looks like the LMS patriot class

Sam thanks mate 👍

Great video Sam! Lovely engine good choice

Hey Sam, any chance we can get an updated review/impressions on this loco?

What a stunning locomotive, B1's are beautiful locos, there's so much detail on it, what website did you buy her from please? I really want a B1 class now😂. I did get a new loco 2 days ago though, I got Bachmann Oliver.

For the detail and the quality of the model £87.00 is a good buy especially for a b1 model

Yeah B1 is very very beautiful

the B1 class is fantastic machinery

Those bongos be lookin good

Hi Sam, I missed buying this model from Hattons when they were on Bargain, when I visited the site there was more than 10 available but when I came round to purchasing it the following week they were all gone.. I managed to pick up a used one from AC Models recently which was in good condition for the same price but minus the Dart on the Smoke Box, any Idea how I could replace it. Heard the Bachmann model that is coming out is really good, can't wait to get my hands on one.😁

Hi Sam I had problems with this model as well I think it was missing its detail pack and I had to replace its piston rods as the main rods was bent and kept catching on the front drive wheel coupling rod stopping it from running. I've managed to fix it but I am wary to run it.

100%getting one of the b1s after this vid

Can you repaint the Thompson B1 locomotive LMR Blue.

Great Review! I think that is a very nice model, with great value for money. Keep up the great work and congratulations on hitting 20K Subscribers! I hope you can surpass more milestones this year! Have a good one Sam! - Sean O

Nice review! Think you could double head Henry and a Black 5 with ex-LNER blood and custard coaches?

I call that livery 'BR apple green'. Unrelated to the B1, have you got a Hornby B17 and if so have you reviewd it? I ask this becaue i'm thinking of getting one so i wanted to ask you're opinion about it. Great video as alway's Sam. Cheers ;)

This is my Favorite Engine by Miles!

Hello Sam Great Job on hitting 20k Subs I'm not far behind LOL!!! Anyway hope you have a great Day!

Hey Sam. I enjoy the video. Just one question. Is there any major difference between this B1 or the Bachmann B1?

Gah it's such a nice model, I want one, but I refuse to get any Thompson locos

I’m thinking of a train crash video you could make with different crashes like a train going to fast at a curve or maybe a head on head crash

Amazing loco! I have a Bachmann B1 no.1189, although I haven't seen it for a few years, as my brother has it and I found it brilliant. I must say....when it was on the white background we kind of saw into the cab....to me it looked as though the regulator was either broken or put on the wrong way round. Would you mind confirming which way it hangs please? :)

Bought one of these yesterday in the LNER black its really a great model top marks for hornby P.s what happens with the axel failure in old bachmann models?

Oooooo it's the br green one!

The LMS Tank Engine is the odd one out. Three B1s together? Not exactly my scene but good all the same. You should name them Bethan, Betty and one name I thought of before, Betsy. Cool I call it.