BRAND NEW Accurascale Class 37! - 00 Model Railway REVIEW
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- A close up review of the brand new Class 37 from @accurascaleuk1427
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Accurascale recently got in touch and asked if I wanted to borrow one of the production samples of their brand new Class 37 model and as you can imagine I bit their hand off! Here we have "Spirit of the Lakes" in the Simplified DRS Compass Livery.
This newly tooled model features a wealth of detail, a multitude of working lights and a pre-fitted stay alive too. As if that wasn't enough, Accurascale were kind enough to send me a sound fitted example too so I was really able to put the loco through it's paces.
You'll also get a sneak peak at some of the scenic work I've done on the modular model railway towards the end of this video too. If you want to see how the scenery was created you can check out the video here: • Bulding A Modular Mode...
Thanks again to Accurascale for letting me take a look at this spectacular new model. Like their Deltic and Class 92, I imagine this is going to be a big success for them!
Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
01:13 - Specs
02:44 - Livery
04:25 - Underframe
05:08 - Cab Ends
06:26 - Roof
08:10 - First Running Test
09:26 - Lighting Functions
10:59 - Sound & Stay Alive
12:45 - Running Session
15:53 - Final Thoughts
Thanks for watching 😃
👍👍Great review! That is an impressive loco, great detailing, really nice sound to boot. Absolutely brilliant design on access to the decoders, I wish more manufacturers would follow their lead!🚂🚂
Absolutely, the decoder design is brilliant and makes it so easy to fit. I know I'm always a bit nervous of taking the model apart practically on arrival so this is such a welcome addition and I imagine it won't be long before this becomes a new standard! Thanks for watching 😃
A great review for a great loco!
I might just have to get my hands on one of these!
It’s definitely a fantastic model. I believe there are some more due from Accurascale very soon! Thanks for watching 😃
The Class 37 is probably my favorite diesel British locomotive. The fan on top pops out at 5:40
Yes as I mentioned at the start of the video, this was a production sample so it had a few knocks and bits of loose detail. Thanks for watching 👍
Very impressive loco. I do like the Class 37 and the detail is out of this world, and I like the fact it has a stay alive in it as well I would definitely be tempted to buy one 😀
Yeah the stay alive is a very welcome feature! I'm surprised it hasn't become more common already, especially in locos of this size but it definitely seems like Accurascale are leading the way here! Thanks for watching 😃
Well that was a good watch, thanks Joe! 🎉
Glad you enjoyed it Richard! Do I really have to give it back through 😜
I'm not usually much of a diesel guy, but the detail on this thing is incredible! Nice to see the modular model railway again too :)
It is pretty impressive stuff from Accurascale! There's definitely going to be a lot more of the modular model railway on the channel over the next few months too 😁 Thanks for watching 👍
Had one running around the club layout yesterday, vary impressed with the sound
Yes the sound is definitely a lot better in real life than it is on the video! My baseboards were literally shaking at one point 😅 Thanks for watching 👍
Probably the best review I’ve seen on this new loco 👍🏻now I’m looking forward to getting mine even more..thanks for sharing
Thanks Marcus, glad you enjoyed it and hope your's arrives soon! Thanks for watching 😃
Very nice looking train loving the detail and lights great review 👍
Yes even though the lights were a bit dim I did like the fact that you had individual control for all the possible combinations! Thanks for watching 😃
Great to see a reveiw of this model!
Glad you enjoyed it Ben, thanks for watching 😃
I loved their Deltic and this 37 looks even better
I generally get the impression that the Class 37 is built on improvements learned from the Deltic - which in itself was already an impressive model! Thanks for watching 😃
I have mine on order in br green. I can't wait!
Awesome, I'm seriously tempted to get one of those too! Thanks for watching 😃
Excited about this one!
Certainly an impressive loco and another great job from Accurascale! Thanks for watching 😃
Looks great can't wait for my ltd edition 6703 in BR green to turn up hopefully in june/July
Awesome, hopefully it'll be worth the extra wait! Thanks for watching 😃
What a beauty!
It certainly is a great looking model - and that's coming from someone who prefers small industrial steam engines 😂 Thanks for watching 👍
Very fine addition to the Accurascale range, and indeed to most layouts, can't wait for 714 to turn up next year!
Interesting to see the new baseboard......
Awesome, glad your looking forward to 714! There's no new baseboards on the layout though - they just look very different with scenery on 😅 Thanks for watching 👍
@@ThatModelRailwayGuy just thought I saw a bare baseboard on a curve.....
That module has been like that for at least 18 months now! It'll be the last one to get scenery because I can always hide it behind the tunnel module as an entrance to the fiddle yard if I don't get it done 😅
@@ThatModelRailwayGuy ah right. Long as it works though that’s the main thing!
A very impressive loco. Looks & runs superb.
Yeah I was really impressed with the running too - so smooth it was just gliding along the track! Thanks for watching 😃
It's wonderful to see the easy access to the decoder fitting. I've just had to take apart their Class 92 to fit a decoder, and that was a very nerve wracking and unpleasant process. If manufacturers are going to continue to add such fine detailing parts to the models, it's essential that body removal and DCC decoder installation are factored in.
Yes I appreciated the easy access too. I think for me I worry more about diesels because they often rely on clips holding the body to the chassis. One wrong move and you could break a clip or crack the body but if you're too tentative it doesn't want to budge. This Class 37 aside, I much prefer the steam engines where often you just remove a couple of screws and the whole body lifts off! Thanks for watching 😃
@@ThatModelRailwayGuy Exactly right. I always hate 'clips' and much prefer screws. It just feels wrong to be bending the plastic, and as you say there is always that worry about breaking something. I bought one of the Dapol Class 73s and have had nothing but problems with it - and there is so much fine detail attached to the bogies and chassis that it's virtually impossible to remove the body without breaking something. It's ridiculous.
@@tjfSIMTry fitting crew to a Bachmann 47 highly stressful.
Brillinat, am waiting for my 37425 and 422
Awesome, hope they arrive soon! Thanks for watching 😃
Wow fab review I've just subbed to your channel so much looking forward to getting both my large logo 37s
Thanks, really glad you enjoyed and hopefully your own pair of 37s will arrive fairly soon! Thanks for watching 😃
@@ThatModelRailwayGuy will do mara thankyou
Very impressive, fantastic that each bogie is powered. Detail looks unbelievable, would just be worrying each time it's picked up.I'd love to see one in British Railway's green livery with split headcode.
I can definitely say it's one of the most robust models I've ever had my hands on, even with the incredible amount of detail. Nothing feels flimsy at all.
I'm pretty sure Accurascale are doing a BR Green split headcode version very soon - I believe they're due later this year but their website will have all the info. Thanks for watching 😃
Had mine on order for about two years - BR green due in a few weeks 😎😎😎
Amazing, hope you're able to run it soon! Thanks for watching 😃
This is by far the best value loco, sound and without on the market . Puts Hornby and Bachman’s in the shade , now they could be the new kids on the block but along with their original format of Irish model railways they have now got a range of models diesel, wagons and soon steam to make their future look bright
I almost don't think it's fair on Accurascale to say they're the new kids anymore. They've got several fantastic models under their belts with more on the way and so I would consider them one of the major manufacturers in the hobby - I can't see them going away anytime soon! Thanks for watching 😃
That is a great loco model That Model Railway Guy would look great with either coaches or wagons behind it, it might look like a very busy engine on your layout
Yes it would have been nice to run it with some rolling stock. As it was a production sample though it arrived with all the buffer detailing added instead of couplings, so I was restricted to running it light engine in this instance. Thanks for watching 😃
What a really lovely model.
It's incredible isn't it, Accurascale have done a really nice job on this! Thanks for watching 😃
@@ThatModelRailwayGuy really beautiful.
I do 1/72 Aircraft and just started NGauge but I recently discovered your channel and have learnt a lot.
Thank you
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This is fantastic! 37714 that runs on the GCR is being modelled too, their website is taking preorders! 😮
Yes I think that was one of the locos Accurascale measured up for the model. They've established a pretty good working relationship with the HTG so it's great that they've got a limited edition model out of it too. Thanks for watching 😃
@@ThatModelRailwayGuy they have indeed! I’ll be on their stand at Quorn and Woodhouse this weekends diesel gala, so come and say hi if you’re there! 😃
Great review, thanks. I have just received mine (with sound) and have discovered (as others have) that you have to run it in without sound before the sound works. When I first got it the sound kept cutting out until I found another video on here describing how the running in process fixes, what I assume, is a common issue.
That's really interesting. I can't say I'd heard of anyone else having that issue before making this video, and obviously this sample had been well run in before it made it's way to me.
I'm curious as to why that would be the case though. The running in process is usually to bed in the mechanism/motor but the speaker shouldn't need that. Hopefully it's just something simple like a slight film on the wheels that wears off and allows the full power to get through. Thanks for watching 😃
@@ThatModelRailwayGuy Accurascale say that, depending on your controller voltage output, it takes between 30-90 seconds to charge up the capacitors
Superb looker and performer. I'll have to wait for batch 2, however.
Me too I think, these certainly seem to have been popular! Thanks for watching 😃
Nice diesal nice sound. Thanks for the review.
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It has got a great sound to it! Thanks for watching 😃
Very nice 👌
It's certainly a great model! Thanks for watching 😃
Oh I’m jealous, still waiting on my two from Rails of Sheffield. In all hopes they’ll be here at the end of this week
The benefits of having the inside track - sadly I didn't get to keep this sample 😅 Thanks for watching 👍
@@ThatModelRailwayGuy Aw. Mine might be here tomorrow or Thursday because Rails have taken the payment!
Can't wait to get 37001.fab video 😊
Awesome, hopefully it's not too long of a wait! Thanks for watching 😃
@That Model Railway Guy yes.its in one of the last batch to arrive. Expect summer when ever that might mean cheers Chris
Looks like a very descent model and I'm glad to here that they have learnt from the mistakes with the Deltic. I have the Deltic and it's a fantastic model that is let down by the chains on the bogies that fall off and potentially get tangled up. I think Bachmann must have watched closely as they got that bit right on their 37 as well from what I've seen.
I do get that impression with Accurascale, they actively listen to their customers and engage with the model railway community to improve their products where possible. It's hard to think of another manufacture that interacts in this way nowadays. Thanks for watching 😃
Hi, best review I have seen on the amazing class 37 locomotive, the dash lights are superb along with the sound, I’m sure Accurascale can produce an add on motorised unit that can be fitted to this loco, as far as I’m concerned it an ultra detailed model, Hornby’s class 37 is so inferior it’s not funny, for £75ish more you can get this work of art, it’s a no brainier in my opinion, thanks for sharing.
Yes the dash lights are very cool, especially given that the overall cab lights would be turned off when running. And like I said in the video, Accurascale are looking at possibly motorising the fans for Run 3 and beyond. I think it's just the extra tooling costs that need to be figured out and how much that would impact the price of the model.
The Hornby Class 37 is pretty old now, it's been relegated to a Railroad model hasn't it? There is also the recent Bachmann Class 37 as well but like I said in the video it is more expensive so I think the Accurascale version sits in really nice middle position in terms of price. Thanks for watching 😃
Looks a fantastic model, Unfortunate about the dim lights! hopefully it can be rectified. The sound also sounds very tinny, especially the horn but i guess with a decent speaker that will improve! Great review :)
Yes the dim lights would be my main criticism but like I said, possibly easy to adjust with a CV change. I wouldn't knock the sound until you've heard it in person though. As I mentioned in the video, it all depends on the mic used to record it, the placement of that mic in relation to the loco and the audio compression TH-cam puts on the file when uploaded. What will also make a big difference is what speakers/headphones you're listening on.
I will say that, in the room, it was very impressive and didn't sound tinny at all. The speaker is one of the best I've heard (my Bachmann Class 47 is the only thing that comes close in my opinion) and the base rumble was literally shaking the baseboards in the fiddle yard when I first turned it on 😅 Thanks for watching 👍
You should do diesels more often! It does look impressive. My class 37 is Bachmanns previous tooling, and its fine, and so I can't really justify buying this right now. But I have Accurascales Deltic, and if this is anything like that, it seems a winner. Thanks for the vid - great to watch
I may have another Accurascale diesel on Pre-Order so I'll definitely be featuring that in the future! I do think it's an interesting point though that, with the detail on locos getting better with each iteration, the actual upgrade over the previous model does get smaller each time.
I wonder if we're about to hit a ceiling for what can be achieved on 00 Gauge, which is perhaps why manufacturers are looking more to add extras such as working fans, lights and smoke generators. Thanks for watching 😃
@That Model Railway Guy I'll look forward to the next diesel 😀 hopefully! Yes, I was actually happy with the tooling on the previous Bachmann. This one is undoubtedly better, but maybe we aren't far off a ceiling as such, as you say. Cheers 😀
Nice and useful review.
I'm mainly a steam fan but as a kid I also had a couple of early BR diesels and wanted something similar for my current layout. However I wanted a modern model that was DCC ready and with working lights.
I looked at the Hornby Railroad diesels but they're VERY basic and most don't have working lights. Bachmann's latest efforts look good, but are VERY expensive and at the end of the day I could get a couple of pre-owned steam locos I like more for the same money. Whilst I've never owned a Hejan they don't have a great rep. Dapol look good in most regards, but I've heard of quite a few people having issues with their motors apparently dropping off in performance quite quickly. This puts me off as a good and reliable mechanism that lasts is the priority in my book.
I don't have any Accurascale models yet, but have only heard good things about them so far. £170 is still a lot of money for something I still consider a 'Box on wheels' compared to a beautiful steam engine, but nonetheless I've taken the plunge and ordered a class 37 in BR green with yellow ends. Based on your review it looks like a good decision.
Amazing! I'm definitely with you in the "steam fan camp" but as far as model diesels go I think you've made a great choice with going for Accurascale. They've really come out of the gate swinging with their first few releases and have given the big names something to worry about with the amount of detail/features they're able to include at such a competitive price.
Fingers crossed it's not too long until the BR Green 37s are released and maybe in the meantime it might be worth taking a look at their GWR Manor which is supposedly coming soon too! Thanks for watching 😃
@@ThatModelRailwayGuy Yes the Manors look very good too, the liveries I like best have sold out, but hopefully they'll do a second run.
As for diesels I'd also like a class 47. Bachmann's latest tooling looks very good, but I'll wait until I see one on the second hand market. I might go for one of Accurascale Deltics from the second run as well.
Nice looking loco, if it were me I would buy the none sound version and fit the new HM7000 Bluetooth Sound Decoder.
That's definitely an option too! Of course you won't get the same sound from the smaller Hornby speaker but there should be enough space to fit the decoder and the larger enclosure. Thanks for watching 😃
Ordered BR green. Bachmann one going! The definative 37 has arrived
Wow, that's a big step! Was that always the plan or have you recently been swayed? Thanks for watching 😃
@@ThatModelRailwayGuy i heard the sound on another video and they have the front cab windows👌 . They need to do a 40 next
@@alantraish3368 That might worry KR Models quite a bit! 😅
@@ThatModelRailwayGuy or even better get the class 23 cab right Heljan didnt!
I’m in the US and don’t even model foreign railways! But yet I want one so bad from this company. The model is super crisp and molding of the shell is out of the park excellent
Accurascale are definitely giving the big boys a run for their money! Interesting that they're drawing attention from across the pond too. Thanks for watching 😃
Beatitful.
It certainly is! Thanks for watching 👍
Excellent review. From what I've seen & been reading the accurascale 37 seems better value for money than Bachmann. In my opinion. Thank you.
That was my general impression too. The only thing the Bachmann version has over Accurascale is the working fan and special windscreen film - but even if you do want those specific features you have to shell out £300+ for the deluxe version. Thanks for watching 😃
Do we really need a working fan. The sound is superb & it looks superp. Is it worth paying extra for working fans, & posh glazing.. I don't know.
I would say it's good to have options either way so that each individual can make their mind up. I can't really talk though seeing as I got the deluxe Class 47 from Bachmann 😆
Each to his or her own choice.
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Shows you were paying attention! 😂 Thanks for watching 👍
Got a working fan on a Bachmann 47 £245 from Monks yorks.
They've been out a few years now and especially with the Heljan Class 47 now being available too, I'd imagine Bachmann want to make theirs an even more attractive option. Thanks for watching 👍
Great review, so much so ive pre ordered the early 37 in blue. What DCC controller would you recommend for the loco? im just starting out after a long gap in the hobby. Thanks
Awesome, hope it arrives soon! I personally use the Roco Z21 controller as I find it really easy to use and it has all the bells and whistles - it is at the upper end of the price spectrum though. Thanks for watching 😃
@That Model Railway Guy Accurascale expect to take delivery 1st quarter 2024. The price make be a contributing factor, but ilk check it out, cheers.
I would prefer the ROG Class 37, probably my favorite Class 37 livery, as an Accurascale model loco
Accurascale are doing one of those too! Their range is pretty extensive so it's well worth checking out if you haven't already. Thanks for watching 😃
Very nice loco. Which one are you going to be buying? I was tempted to buy the class 37 but I've opted to get the Class 66 next year from Accurascale as it fits more my interest.
I've got my eye on one of the BR Green ones currently with the head code box... I think those are in the second run due next year. Awesome, the Class 66 is a really interesting project with giving new life to the already good Hattons tooling. I'm interested to see how it goes. Thanks for watching 😃
Buy both…
Not enough detail for me, for example how much does it actually weigh and what about its pulling power? It looks nice enough and the detachable roof feature must be the way forward.
The weight is around 640g-650g so pretty heavy. I wasn't able to test it with a train as there were no couplings with this particular model but with that weight I have no doubt that it would be fine with the sots of trains most modellers run. Thanks for watching 👍
Good review of a quality model!
Glad you enjoyed it! Yes it certainly is a well thought out, good quality model. Thanks for watching 😃
While I don’t own ether model, I have heard that the Bachmann version of the model is slightly better, (more to start-up for sound version, slightly better bodywork finish, a few etched grills, and engine room detail, as well as the deluxe option) but the Bachmann one is also more expensive, so it’s hard to say who the winner is.
I can't really pass proper judgement on the Bachmann version as I haven't had any hands on experience with it. However I will say that looking at photos I would (personally) disagree with some of your points and, if the forums are to be believed, there are other modellers out there who would feel the same.
That said, it's all down to personal preference, the only thing you can say for certain is that the price of the Accurascale version is cheaper but it certainly doesn't feel like an inferior product to me. Thanks for watching 😃
@@ThatModelRailwayGuy Fair enough, then again I don’t read the forums, so fair enough. Looking forward to seeing progress at the end of the week on your layout! Also, I have heard that the new Bachmann one doesn’t run as smooth at the really slow speeds as the new one. The Accurascale one looks super smooth, but I would be curious to see how it is on standard DC. If it’s up to the same standard as the rest of the model though, I imagine it would be good, as the slow speed on DC was definitely the weakest point of the Bachmann, again going by what I’ve heard.
The stay alive will be handy if you have frog issues, I am only speaking from my experience
Yes and with the sound versions needing more power too it's very useful for just general running too. As it's quite a long loco it could be considered overkill but it's really nice of Accurascale to include it as standard. Thanks for watching 😃
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Glad you enjoyed it John, thanks for watching! 😃
R.I.P Bachmann class 37s..
Haha, I imagine not everyone will agree with you but I do think it's interesting that these days in the hobby we have a choice over two fantastic models. Thanks for watching 😃
I realise I seem to be in a minority on this, but it just doesn't sound like a Class 37 to me. Apart from the sound though, it's an absolutely brilliant loco
Everyone's entitled to their own opinion. I would be very surprised if Accurascale hadn't recorded in actual 37 for the sound project though, considering they've been working in co-operation with some of the groups. Thanks for watching 😃
how have we arrived at a point where £259 is considered good value for a toy train :-/
That's only if you want sound and in comparison to the Bachmann deluxe version for £374 at RRP... well I know which price I'd rather pay. Of course if both those prices bother you there's the Hornby version for under £100 so there's a Class 37 to match all the price points in the market. Thanks for watching 👍
It's a shame the roof fan grill looks as if it's about to come off and it doesn't do any justice to the magnificent relief it actually has compared to the Bachmann pancake.
I think when companies send off loco's to be reviewed they should ensure everything is properly intact otherwise people's views of the model may end up less than favourable.
Yes a little bit of a shame but a lot more noticeable in the extreme close ups than it was in reality. Just to be clear, Accurascale didn't send this out as a review sample and they didn't ask me to do a review. They just sent me one of the early production samples to have a play with once they were done testing it. I imagine when the magazines get sent review samples they will be perfect. Thanks for watching 😃
lovely loco but omg that sound decoder sounds really bad the TTS decoder sounds better if that was my loco i would put a Zimo sound decoder in it with double base speaker like my class 68
Like I said in the video, you can't really judge the sound quality based on the video as it all depends on the room, the microphone used, the distance to the loco, TH-cam's audio processing... the list goes on.
What I will say is that the huge bass speaker in this is the most impressive I've ever heard in a loco, it was literally vibrating the baseboards in the fiddle yard at one point. I'd definitely recommend hearing one in person if you can before making any judgements. Thanks for watching 😃
I'm guessing that that is a really realistic sound but it sounds like a bag of nails to me.
Sounds pretty realistic to me, but I'll admit I tend to prefer locos that go Chuff myself 😅 Thanks for watching 👍
@@ThatModelRailwayGuy Me too on the chuffs.
Quite a number of issues with people who have bought accurascale 37 model…. Checkout out TH-cam for issues…
I wouldn't say there's a "number of issues". There's a small but vocal minority who had some problems (as is always the way) if you go looking for them but generally most people have been happy with their models.
After all wasn't the 37 awarded the Best 00 Loco of 2023 in Hornby Magazine, BRM and Model Rail... these were all public votes.
If anyone does have problem with their Class 37 (or any loco for that matter) I always recommend talking to the manufacturer about it. Accurascale in particular have very good support, especially now with their Lifetime Guarantee. Thanks for watching 😃
Good video but don't sell your soul. Keep with what your interested in.
Not sure where you got that idea from 😂 Accurascale asked if I was interested in taking a look at their new model which I was. I'm interested in all things model railways especially if it provides an interesting and informative video for everyone to enjoy. Thanks for watching 👍