Unveiling the Bachmann 4-6-4 J3A Hudson

Unveiling the Bachmann 4-6-4 J3A Hudson - New York Central

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"Experience the Power and Elegance of the 4-6-4 J3a Hudson - New York Central #5432 (Gothic Lettering) | HO Scale Steam Locomotive
Step into the golden age of rail travel with our meticulously crafted HO Scale 4-6-4 J3a Hudson, paying homage to the iconic New York Central #5432 adorned with mesmerizing Gothic lettering. Journey back to the 1920s, a time of high demand for swift rail transportation, as we unveil the legendary locomotive that revolutionized express services along the New York Central's prestigious Water Level Route.
Immerse yourself in the riveting history of the American Locomotive Company's masterpiece, the 4-6-4 Hudson, brought to life with unparalleled attention to detail. A symbol of opulence and speed, this locomotive played a pivotal role in shaping the identity of both the New York Central and luxurious rail travel.
Equipped with cutting-edge technology, our 4-6-4 J3a Hudson boasts a TCS WOWSound® CD-quality 16-bit 44,100Hz decoder with Audio Assist®, providing an auditory experience that perfectly replicates the melodious symphony of steam-powered locomotion. The sound package encompasses customizable whistle options, bell sounds, blowdown effects, cylinder cocks, water fill sounds, and even lifelike coupler operations.
Notable Features:
- Seamlessly control sound, speed, direction, and lighting with DCC sound-equipped functionality.
- Indulge in true CD-quality audio with 16-bit 44,100Hz sound for an immersive journey.
- Enjoy uninterrupted operation with the built-in Keep-Alive® device, overcoming power interruptions with finesse.
- Effortlessly configure decoder settings using the voice-guided Audio Assist® programming tool.
- Experience versatility with the dual-mode NMRA-compliant decoder, ensuring compatibility across systems.
- Revel in the precision motor and robust all-metal chassis that guarantee top-tier performance.
- Witness the authentic operating directional headlight and reverse light, enhancing realism.
- Admire the elegance of blackened metal side rods and wheels with RP25 contours.
- Facilitate easy connections with E-Z Mate® Mark II couplers located at the front and rear.
Join us in celebrating the legacy of the 4-6-4 J3a Hudson - New York Central #5432, an embodiment of speed, power, and luxury. Relive history in stunning detail and make this iconic locomotive a centerpiece of your collection.
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:40 Unboxing
1:43 Details & 360
4:54 Weight
5:15 Top Down View
5:48 Sounds
11:03 Slow Speed Control
13:10 Pull Test
13:31 Lighting in Dark
13:55 Recap
15:14 Runby

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@ussjohnston1 10 ай бұрын

Is it just me or is Bockman really stepping up their game and their sounds are so good

@jlwii2000 10 ай бұрын

TCS WOWSound is the best sounding decoder to my ears anyway. Anything with that decoder in it will make it very appealing. But yes Bachmann's execution on this model is nice also.

@johnhermanson5249 17 күн бұрын

@@jlwii2000 I really like TCS Wow Sound. I've installed it in several Atlas/Kato diesels that were not DCC ready.

@Railroadguy64 10 ай бұрын

bachmann is stepping up their game up really good, i love the whistle

@jlwii2000 10 ай бұрын

it does sound good, thanks for watching.

@NorfolkAndWestern611 9 ай бұрын

@@jlwii2000it really hurts because people don’t know how to say thank you but I enjoyed this review amazing as usual!

@thomasavensjr.2790 9 ай бұрын

Bachmann did an impressive job on this J3A Hudson type model, this engine is well detailed and has high quality sound features being equipped with a TCS wow sound decoder. I find this Hudson model attractive and steam locomotive models like this engine here sometimes make me wish that I modeled the steam era.

@TheGrundyRailfan 10 ай бұрын

The TCS WOWSOUND Decoder in the NYC 4-6-4 Hudson has nearly, if not as many whistles/horns as The ESU LokSound v.5 Decoder. I should know because my parents got me that locomotive as a surprise birthday present from TrainWorld. Truly an impressive model.

@user-pd5kg1gi5i 10 ай бұрын

Bachmann seems like they are really trying to step their game up in their DCC SOUND STEAM LOCOS. I am really considering purchasing this one.

@trainfan998 10 ай бұрын

Same here, last locomotive I got from them was the streamline K4, and it was crap. But this one looks very good.

@SouRwy4501Productions 5 ай бұрын

I just got one of those as a Christmas gift from my parents. It’s a beautiful engine, and it fits in well with my current set of engines. It’s also very powerful, being able to pull about 18 Rivarossi passenger coaches with lead weights. I even gave it a ceremonial nickname. I, somewhat ironically, named it “Alfred E Perlman” after the president of the New York Central Railroad and later Penn Central.

@BMMEC6000 10 ай бұрын

I like the box! It looks almost in direct competition with modern higher end models (kinda like the model as a whole)

@P0nyB3h0ldr 10 ай бұрын

For anyone curious, the second smokestack is for the booster engine in the rear truck.

@dave6695 10 ай бұрын

Looks more like a shroud around the pop valves.

@jlwii2000 10 ай бұрын

@@dave6695 yes its a shroud around the pop valves.

@TrainBandit 7 ай бұрын

The double smock stack is for a booster in the trailing truck. It helps pick up speed faster

@randallellison6421 10 ай бұрын

Very cool locomotive James! The new look packaging from Bachmann looks great as well!

@gp3yt 5 ай бұрын

James, as a Subscriber to your channel wanted to say thanks for another great review... beautiful locomotive - but a word of caution ⚠️ here... not sure of anyone else's experience, but this model has an Achilles Heel, a long, thin, plastic drawbar that is prone to breaking off in shipping. The two I received from Trainworld NY arrived broken, the first one, AND THE REPLACEMENT. Huge inconvenience, hopefully the 3rd try will be successful. I understand from an electrical standpoint why Bachmann did a plastic drawbar vs a metal one on the tender, but it is a weak point to be aware of... happy railroading... sort of 😕 -George

@ungowa1002 Ай бұрын

Nice

@danielboone3770 10 ай бұрын

I love this model engine!

@northpennvalleysteamrailroad 10 ай бұрын

Awesome locomotive 😊

@863rafael 10 ай бұрын

A good-looking engine! I might just get one!

@roberttrains8696 10 ай бұрын

Good video James sounds pretty good that a good horn move great. Thanks for sharing. Robert

@marc_abby 10 ай бұрын

Wow that sound is very good. I thought first it is ESU sound but TCS WOWSound is really good

@James-Railyard 10 ай бұрын

Mine should be coming in soon. The Wowsound won’t last that long in it as I’ll be installing Tsunami 2 hoping to use the BH-2 decoder that is a straight drop in board replacement.

@denisebasile3813 10 ай бұрын

Awesome video you did great it's a beautiful engine can run on DC also thanks

@thomasharroun8068 10 ай бұрын

congrats to Bachmann: Finally

@randydobson1863 10 ай бұрын

hello james it's is randy and i like yours video is cool thanks the bacmann 4-6-4 j3a hudson - new york central 5432 is cool ho scale steam power thanks james friends randy

@jlwii2000 10 ай бұрын

thanks for watching Randy.

@caseyjones1950 9 ай бұрын

Wish they would bring back the C&O Heavy Mountain, & the C&O H-4 Mallet with the Vandy Tenders!

@colinbarnerj3a 9 ай бұрын

One thing I can't understand is how model railroad companies think the boiler jacketing that covers the side sheets of the firebox were ever graphited. The firebox jacketing is just boiler jacketing and should be black.

@elleryparsons2433 10 ай бұрын

That Engine will Look good On my Ho.

@FreighttrainDaniel1225 8 ай бұрын

They need to do more streamliners

@steveashcraft718 9 ай бұрын

Should have a smoke unit. Wonder if it can be added?

@thomasjespersen1955 10 ай бұрын

The wind visor on the firemans side, is already broken off from the factory.

@rainlori Ай бұрын

Exactly the same with mine! It wasn't anywhere in the packaging so it must have broken off before being packed.

@sourlemon9479 9 ай бұрын

when you blew the long whistle was that oscillating sound just feedback picked up by the camera or did the locomotive actually sound like that

@nathanschronce8703 8 ай бұрын

Still not as deatailed as a BLI model, or Athearn. However, this thing is still cool. It'll look even better if it had builder plates and more seperate detail. It still looks really good for what it is. A+

@douglasschultz9808 9 ай бұрын

I got mine but it makes a weird sounds as it run once in a while. According to Bachmann the WOW sound decoders have SD card that trialed to defrag extra data which causes the noise. The guy I talked to said his does it as well as the European models with the wow sound. He said to be on the lookout for a recall notice when they figure out a fox. Other than that a very nice model.

@denisebasile3813 6 ай бұрын

Nice can it run also DC

@railroadproductions2756 9 ай бұрын

Are you going to be reviewing the Bachmann 2-6-0 with WOW Sound?

@davevan8864 10 ай бұрын

Not sure that's a $400 loco detail wise. I moved from HO to O3r in 1995, still have all my HO stuff. But I picked up a few BLI locos in the $100-150 range that are much better detailed with full sound. O3r does not seem so expensive now. Thanks

@robertprice7246 4 ай бұрын

The little stack in front of the big one is to vent exhaust steam or not condensed steam from the coffin type feed water heater. The stack looking thing over the boiler is anyone's gueas

@Toledo1940 3 ай бұрын

The smaller stack is the exhaust for the Booster, attached to the trailing truck. These engines were built with Elesco feed water heaters; they were eventually replaced by Worthington feed water heaters. What you describe as a "stack looking thing" is a bundle over the pops (safety valves).

@robertprice7246 3 ай бұрын

@@Toledo1940 I kept looking and looking and sort of figured that might be the case.

@user-vg8dg2jf2o 8 ай бұрын

The speaker on mine seems to vibrate violently, even at the stock volume. I sent it back. Does yours do that?

@threepea1151 10 ай бұрын

Fun fact, the most powerful British steam locomotives are just as powerful as the Hudson, and they are so much smaller

@canadianfoamer2052 9 ай бұрын

But they need four cylinders to do it.

@threepea1151 9 ай бұрын

@@canadianfoamer2052 But they are Simple, not compound, and only the King and Coronations need them, the A3s and 4s have 3 and most BR Standards have 3

@elleryparsons2433 10 ай бұрын

What Else for Besides New York central?

@elleryparsons2433 10 ай бұрын

What Road Names Is That Engine For?