I have had some success but I am only using a cheap LaisDCC decoder so it has limited motor controls, but it is a lot smoother. I will ask Santa for something a bit more fancy for Christmas lol. Have a great one and see you again soon
@thebritishrailroader I've got the AE Models decoders in mine, only to get them running. They are good decoders. Happy Christmas & and all the best for new year!
Nice look over the TT:120 66. The lighting functions are more logical with the free sound profile you can drop into the HM7000 decoders. I wouldn’t add any extra lube, everything delivered so far in TT:120 from Hornby is well lubricated! They all improve dramatically again with running in. 😁👍
@HighFell thanks for the advice. The more I am running it, the better it is getting. I do need a decent decoder, the one I have is a cheap Lais DCC one. Does all the functions etc but limited on the fine motor control. I am just used to using Soundtraxx lol
@ if you get the N18 HM 7000 one, you can drop the 00 class 66 sound profile in, you can set CV 144 to 1 (default is 0) that always smooths things out and you can also perform a motor calibration which is dead easy and really fine tunes the profiles to individual motors. The TT:120 specific sound profile that will have the functions already marked up etc is due to be released next week or so. Can’t wait for my 66 to arrive, it’s a DCC fitted as I managed to bag a pre order bargain a while back. Have fun with it, TT has some stunning models, not sure it’s very active in US though, where it actually started many decades ago. 🎄👍
@HighFell thanks for the advice. Not had a great start with the HM7000 decoders as the 21 pin one I had in a 00 model burnt out. Looking around this seems to be unusual, but still puts you off
@ Absolutely, but Hornby has great customer care and look after people. I have fitted N18 and 8pin to TT:120 locos and even non Hornby one, not had a single issue. I use the App to set profiles up and tweak CVs but run via my Dynamis as I prefer a tactile control for operating. Tried a few DCC systems recently, Piko Smart Control, GM Infinity and Z21, and I’m back on the Dynamis! It’s only downsides is it only goes to f20 and the IR link does need line of sight. HM DCC on App is the most intuitive system there is and I say that as a techno Luddite! If you have a smart device well worth having the app and playing about with it, it can do a lot.
@HighFell I use the NCE Powercab. It is the finest system I have ever used. You can also (as I have) set it up wireless using either its own tech or the Wifitrax system - worth doing. I do disagree about the HM7000 Bluetooth interface. I found it very clunky and not intuitive at all. But then I use a lot of Soundtraxx and their Bluetooth system, Blunami, knocks Hornby's efforts out of the water. The only advantage the Hornby system has is that you can load sound files, whereas Soundtraxx decoders come pre-loaded with half a dozen or so, therefore you have to choose the correct decoder for your loco type. They also have amazing motor and sound control. They do a UK diesel decoder with the class 66 on it, but not in next 18 unfortunately
Great review Steve, I’m questioning if I should have cancelled my orders now 😂
It is nice but God those Hornby HM7000 decoders are a pain in the arse!
@ I’ve never tried them when it comes to model railway tech I tend to stay away 😂
@WesternSignalman 🤣🤣🤣. Not bad decoders but a real pig yo set up. I am gonna do a video, probably tomorrow but I will gloss over the set up lol
TT 120 is a wonderful scale, and I look forward to seeing a TT layout on one of your videos soon.
@trevorbellTT120 thanks. Might be a while but will do a small one
Great unboxing and initial impressions. I've posted it to the Hornby TT120 forum for others who are interested. Nicely done! Looks a quality model.
@@mactrains thanks, I am pretty happy with it. I need a better decoder (just have a cheap Lais DCC at the moment) but it runs well
Very nice looking loco!
@DaveSCHS cheers mate. Merry Christmas
Great unboxing video
@glennchristodoulou1981 thank you, glad you enjoyed it 👍
Great looking model considering its size.Plenty of detail looks good.😊
It is very detailed. I am very pleased with it
Nice! I do like a class 66 and I love unwrapping and unboxing things. The anticipation 🥰
@GenxDiorama they are a favourite locomotive of mine. Enjoyed doing the unboxing video, a bit different
Victoria's Secret has built a brand on that very principal!
@AndrewBlenko 🤣🤣🤣
Very nice loco. Well detailed and finished.
As you say, Steve tweaking the CVs will sort out the smooth running.
I have had some success but I am only using a cheap LaisDCC decoder so it has limited motor controls, but it is a lot smoother. I will ask Santa for something a bit more fancy for Christmas lol. Have a great one and see you again soon
@thebritishrailroader I've got the AE Models decoders in mine, only to get them running. They are good decoders.
Happy Christmas & and all the best for new year!
@csxrensville5105 I was gonna try one of them, will pick one up after Christmas. Have a great time mate, Merry Christmas
Nice look over the TT:120 66. The lighting functions are more logical with the free sound profile you can drop into the HM7000 decoders. I wouldn’t add any extra lube, everything delivered so far in TT:120 from Hornby is well lubricated! They all improve dramatically again with running in. 😁👍
@HighFell thanks for the advice. The more I am running it, the better it is getting. I do need a decent decoder, the one I have is a cheap Lais DCC one. Does all the functions etc but limited on the fine motor control. I am just used to using Soundtraxx lol
@ if you get the N18 HM 7000 one, you can drop the 00 class 66 sound profile in, you can set CV 144 to 1 (default is 0) that always smooths things out and you can also perform a motor calibration which is dead easy and really fine tunes the profiles to individual motors. The TT:120 specific sound profile that will have the functions already marked up etc is due to be released next week or so. Can’t wait for my 66 to arrive, it’s a DCC fitted as I managed to bag a pre order bargain a while back. Have fun with it, TT has some stunning models, not sure it’s very active in US though, where it actually started many decades ago. 🎄👍
@HighFell thanks for the advice. Not had a great start with the HM7000 decoders as the 21 pin one I had in a 00 model burnt out. Looking around this seems to be unusual, but still puts you off
@ Absolutely, but Hornby has great customer care and look after people. I have fitted N18 and 8pin to TT:120 locos and even non Hornby one, not had a single issue. I use the App to set profiles up and tweak CVs but run via my Dynamis as I prefer a tactile control for operating. Tried a few DCC systems recently, Piko Smart Control, GM Infinity and Z21, and I’m back on the Dynamis! It’s only downsides is it only goes to f20 and the IR link does need line of sight. HM DCC on App is the most intuitive system there is and I say that as a techno Luddite! If you have a smart device well worth having the app and playing about with it, it can do a lot.
@HighFell I use the NCE Powercab. It is the finest system I have ever used. You can also (as I have) set it up wireless using either its own tech or the Wifitrax system - worth doing. I do disagree about the HM7000 Bluetooth interface. I found it very clunky and not intuitive at all. But then I use a lot of Soundtraxx and their Bluetooth system, Blunami, knocks Hornby's efforts out of the water. The only advantage the Hornby system has is that you can load sound files, whereas Soundtraxx decoders come pre-loaded with half a dozen or so, therefore you have to choose the correct decoder for your loco type. They also have amazing motor and sound control. They do a UK diesel decoder with the class 66 on it, but not in next 18 unfortunately
Thank you for this great video. Did you buy it for 100£ (in preorder)? I understand well? Where and when? On the Hornby website?
I pre-ordered it from Hornby as at the time, they were the only dealer. Given the price rises in the meantime I did get an amazing deal
Thank you for your answer. 🙂 You are very lucky, congratulations! 😊😊
@lacipenzes7109 thanks for getting in touch. Hope you enjoyed the video. Hope to do more about TT in the future
I've got that class 66 in n gauge
@pauljonnson1181 it is nice loco, I love the livery
Why are class 66 only used for freight only can be used for passager service
@@pauljonnson1181 they were designed specifically as a freight engine but have seen occasional passenger use in special circumstances
Shit engine used by BR the model may be better but no TT for me,as you said made in US no point in UK
@MichaelCampin not everyone's cup of tea, but each to their own
@thebritishrailroader yes I agree with you but I stick with my 64 nearly 65 year old ho/00 scale of which I have over 100 models