Beautiful locomotive. I have a soft spot for this class, because my first locomotive that I got for my N gauge layout back in 2003 was a 94XX. Now that I've seen this, maybe I'll need a OO gauge version!
@@SamsTrains Well, when I went to Warley on Sunday, I noticed that the Locomotion Models version was being sold for £120, so I picked one up. I'm very happy with my purchase. It ticks all of the right boxes: finely-detailed, crisply-decorated, smooth-running, and (unlike some of Bachmann's older releases) built to last! I have no complaints about the current RRP of £134.95: it's a lot of money, but you're getting what you pay for. And the discounted price of £120 represents very good value! Well done, Bachmann.
Amazing review on the Bachmann 94xx! This model looks fantastic with the amount of detail it has for a new locomotive along with the weight of this thing! It’s unfortunate that the glue marks let this model down, but other than that, he’s a smart looking locomotive! I’ll give this one a B.
I started following your channel about a year ago as a non model railway enthusiast. I then went on ebay and purchased my first oo gauge model train, a Lima 9400 pannier tank in GWR livery. One year on and and many purchases later I decided to cool off a little and just enjoy what I have..... ....and then this video pops up, damn it!!!!! ....can you guess what happens next? Great content as always but you're costing me a fortune Sam lol
Hi Sam, another good review video. Lovely looking loco especially since I am a lover of "God's Wonderful Railway" and the panniers in particular. Pity about the blemishes and miss-fits you mentioned. Matt Slade bought one fitted with DCC sound, but had to send it back because it didn't run properly. He got another one and reviewed it, and it seemed to run properly. It seems that they don't all work properly. Regards Alan.
#9402 was built at Swindon Works on April 12th, 1947 and saw service until September 1st, 1959 when it was withdrawn. It was cut up at Cashmore's Scrapyard in December 1960 at the age of 13.
Nice to see Bachmann going up in the world with their steam locos as they have more than proved they know how to make a good diesel. A bit of quality control could have really done wonders for this as it might've actually been hot on the heels of their impressive 37. They could definitely be on to a winner with this standard provided they keep their quality in check.
Always liked the 9400. This one looks really good. I had a Lima one all plastic with a horrible mecanism though it didn't look too bad once well weathered. I think it's still packed away with the rest of my stuff and badly in need of a good replacement chassis. I also found an ancient Graham Farish all metal one on ebay shortly before we moved house (in 2013 😳🙄) and the layout was dismantled. As far as I remember, it looks good and is heavy but no idea what it runs like. As for the quality of assembly of the Bachmann one I guess they're manufactured in China by fairly low paid workers. I can't imagine the ladies in Margate letting stuff like that pass back in the day but that's progress for you and also why the price is reasonable. The guard iron sticking into points probably doesn't mean they don't test them before packing, it just means they only get tested on plain track so maybe there's a suggestion for Bachmann to put sets of points in the factory test tracks! I must admit over £100 for a loco still seems an awful lot but that's a sign I'm just getting old...
Thanks a lot Robin! All the best getting yours dug out - hopefully it'll be still running okay! Yes that's a good point on the guard irons actually! Thanks for watching, Sam :)
hey sam! i saddly had to sell my model engines and i was very sad about it, but now! im probaly getting some more model engines! im not going to get bachmann or hornby, but im gonna get marklin engines! i already have a engine, its the 3090! i dont have any tracks yet, but that will come very soon! maybe you should try marklin aswell! (btw i was subscribed since 20k subscribers) -Senn
Between this and the 1P, maybe Bachmann is finally taking note and upping the ante and pulling out the stops to make better steamers. Very sharp-looking engine and excellent review as always.
Hi Sam, great review. I was never going to buy another Bachmann, but had to buy Thomas, Annie and Clarabel for my little boy which is an awesome runner. Bachmann have failed to deliver full orders of the 94XX to my local shop, ll he was getting was DCC sound versions so I bought one. The model is brilliant and DCC sound is a revalation! Bachmann back to being great again? Detail and finish almost as good as Dapol Mogul which says a lot. Cheers Sam and keep up the good work. And oh, the finish on mine was spot on, unlike yours.
Ahh I don't blame you there! And that's a great pity - it seems Bachmann's production capacity is way down these days, a shame! :( Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Great video Sam! I loved the metallic shine on the chimney and the huge amount of daylight where the valve gear is! Very clever design! Shame about the quality but I think Bachmann are into a winner here and I’m certainly considering it! I love a good Pannier Tank! Hope you’re well and safe!
It’s a much better model than the Hornby!! This looks like a miniature version of the real thing!! Even the cab is pretty detailed. I might well purchase one.
Well everyone seems to like it, so I guess I'm the odd one out again! It seems to me that people are bowled over by a good display model (and yes, it does look beautiful) and are therefore prepared to overlook performance issues. For me, this is yet another triumph of appearance over performance, and since I value performance way ahead of any other considerations, if there are question marks in that respect then I wouldn't buy the model, however good it looked. In fact, I would only recommend things that ran properly, and classify them according to other parameters after that - so I'd probably not have a lot of positive videos on my channel!
haha that's fair enough - the performance certainly wasn't 100% ideal, but overall I didn't have a problem! Thanks for sharing mate, Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Hi, I completely agree with you. And again this loco is not trouble free - due to the lack of QC. I'm surprised how people easy spend money on just about everything just for the looks. I'm rather picky for value & quality for the money. And in this case it needs to run smoothly especially on slow speeds for that was what the prototype was doing. It's a sad ongoing story of Chinees made junk ! It must be their mentality I guess...
Its beutiful, only if i had enough money to buy it... And if i had enough money, id buy all the panniers in both bachmann's and hornby's ranges! :) I only have one gwr engine, and thats duck lol
Beautiful model Sam! It’s hard to understand and a shame only 2 were preserved considering how many were built! Still 2 is better than none! It would also be nice if the NRM would explore the possibility of restoring the prototype, no. 9400!
Congratulations to Bachmann on the attention to detail they've achieved on this loco Sam. They were a common sight working the Cardiff Valleys in the early sixties. However, I still can't understand, why in this day and age, that they still can't produce a decent reliable motor. These locos are not purchased to be put on static show by most people. Another excellent review from you Sam....Thanks you....Bob
What a beautiful model. I really didn't expect that from Backmann. It reminds me a lot of the GWR Pannier tank which I absolutely love. Great review, Sam 👍
Nice to see such a positive review for a Bachmann steam loco. Great review Sam with all details taken into consideration. Cheers mate. Keep up the good work.
Brilliant video, I’m genuinely blown away! I’d consider buying one despite not suiting our layout location and era sheerly because of how amazing it looks! Would you ever consider doing a review of an Irish locomotive? Murphy Models’ have a newly released Irish Rail Class 121 (different to a bubble car!) Well done as always!
I always admired the design of the pannier tanks since they were designed to haul heavier loads of freight and passenger trains on the branchline services. What's the difference between this design and the earlier design of pannier tanks?
Me too Kenneth - admirable designs indeed! This was just the latest iteration of the design - presumably it was designed to be that much more efficient and powerful!" Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Just one thing Sam. Most impressive to look at. With that small motor and high gearing, has it enough power for the wheels to slip if the loco is prevented from moving, ie too heavy train or possibly stuck at the buffers?
Just out of curiosity, what makes a British model so expensive compared to an American model? You can get a pretty sizeable, decently detailed model for $100 while you guys across the pond are paying the equivalent of $154 for a small 0-6-0. Is there something I'm missing?
And there is my bank account poor for another 50 weeks Sam 😂😂😂 they do like nice these there is one in the gwr steam railway museum in Swindon nere where I live Sam Thx Ben :)
An absolute stunning locomotive the detail, the sheer pulling power, the reasonable price, Great job Bachmann. The 94xx is one of my favourite locomotives by the late era GWR superintendent Hawksworth. More to the point the 94xx was the first locomotive I bought (though produced by Lima models) which also makes it my favourite. Great review Sam. Certainly worth the money
I left you a few links in the past two posted videos of some O gauge turntables, you should check them out, also I've seen in a few videos that Lionel made OO gauge trains between 1937 and 1942 (about the time they brought out the 700E scale Hudson) though their OO gauge trains were slightly larger that HO gauge and your OO gauge, I'll leave links to some videos or websites that talk about them if you like
Thanks a lot Robert, I'll certainly look at those! You won't be able to leave links in comments though - I have filters to hold them back, just to be on the safe side! Feel free to email me! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Well, it looks as if Bachmann are beginning to listen at last. There are, as you said Sam, quality control issues over excess glue and poorly fitted guard irons. Lovely detail throughout though. Also, coreless motor notwithstanding, this seemed to cope with Gordon's Hill with a reasonable train behind it. A pity it stopped a few times during the crawl after the running in. That said, I might, just might, actually invest in one of these; either GWR or other livery available. Thanks, Pete.
If you are going to plan a Q&A or something similar, then I got a nice question for you Sam: What is the most fragile locomotive you ever had? Or similar: What train had the most fragile parts on it were the parts broke off the easyest? Also just a regular question for you Sam: Do Bachmann and Hornby produce their locomotives in China too? Because piko does. Its of course cheaper to make then assembeling it in England. It's a big shame that it doesn't happen nowaday's...
Hi Sam no not entirely convinced about the slow speed the Hornby j36 was a hole lot better never the less a nice loco and again a great review .Thanks Sam.
Great to see that Bachmann have upped their game! A second decent GWR release too. The metal chimney top is particularly exciting (come on Dapol on the Large Prairie!). Would definitely get one of these if it was appropriate to my layout!
@@SamsTrains yes Lima used to produce one ages ago but they are sometimes difficult to find I have two, one a motorless chassis and body and the other one is fully working
Hi Sam did you know that the Hawksworth 1500 class is in production i don't know what model brand is producing it but I would love to have one especially if there is a 1501 in production because the real 1501 is based at the Severn Valley Railway and its in BR Black
@@SamsTrains I plan to get one for my 17th Which is Quite some time away so I'll have to wait Until then and i also plan to get the LNER Hush Hush the first version
Hey Sam! I recently just got back into the hobby and thought I’d get a little advice. I own a Jinty with the electrical pickup coming from the center axle. It tends to stall on turnouts if it drops below 30 on my controller. My turnouts have insulated frogs, just for the record. Since this Pannier has all wheel pickups, would that mean it can go through any turnout (insulated or non insulated) at slow speeds without stalling? I’d like to run a consist at more realistic speeds but my Jinty can only do so when it’s not going over turnouts. Hope to hear from you soon. Love your videos! Take care, mate!
Hello Sam. I've come across that low-speed 'binding' problem in the past. It's caused by poor 'quartering'. In other words one of the axles has had its wheels fitted with the crankpins not set properly at 90 degrees to each other. Kit-builders buy a quartering jig to set this accurately. Again ... sloppy assembly, or maybe you just got a bad 'un.
Thanks a lot for sharing Chris - I bet you're right, the quartering could well be to blame! It's very very minor though - usually when I dismantle a loco with that kind of issue, it's undetectable when turning the wheels manually, so it's obviously nothing too serious! Thanks for watching, Sam :)
@@SamsTrains I think that you are more patient than me. If I were you I would have sent it back, with a link to your post as evidence. Those sandboxes were just ridiculous. You would think that if they knew that their sale was going to turn up on 'Sam's Trains', they would have given it a look-over first.
I honestly do not think this was badly manufactured looking closley I would be more tempted to say this has been dropped in its box and repaired by the model shop The amount of excess glue is a joke and I would be sending it back for a replacement. I bought one of these and the buldmanship is perfect no glue marks and runs perfectly at all speeds.
haha you could be right - I guess I'll never know whether that was true. Overall I would say this was well manufactured, as you say! Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Another really interesting review - many thanks. You've often had to comment on gearing: how practical do you think it would be for modellers to change that? This model has a gear chain, so that would presumably be easier than if you had to replace a worm-and-pinion. Or would the most practical way be to fit a decoder?
Thanks very much Rick! I don't think it'd be very practical at all - you'd have to find gears that fit perfectly into the existing chassis, but with the exact ratios of your choice... beyond my abilities unfortunately! :( Thanks for watching, Sam :)
@@SamsTrains Thanks for replying, Sam; I'd rather expected that. Perhaps there's a niche market there for someone with the technical skills - maybe via 3D printing?
I'm really impressed with Bachmann recently. This model is fantastic, and the RRP is good too! Especially when you put it next to much smaller tank engines, like the Hattons P Class, or Hornby Peckett. Do you think Bachmann might be starting to get the hint on price? :P
Yeah me too Ben - they've really turned this around haven't they?! I hope they are getting the hint... although the newly announced version is much more expensive! :/ Thanks for watching, Sam :)
This is a really fabulous model- glad you’ve picked one up and reviewed it! :) Also, great job conveying how heavy it feels- mine arrived yesterday, and the first time I picked it up it felt like it a solid, dense lump which weighs a tonne!
Amazing model, though I’m not a fan of GWR locomotives I have to admit this one is a stunner and if I had a chance I would consider it. Seems like Bachmann have discovered how to make a good model.
I've got the locomotion version, it's just so heavy!! I'll check mine over for the quality issues though. I certainly didn't notice any. Great review 👍
Duck’s bigger brother: Goose
Bachman must have been watching your videos! They’ve finally worked out that they don’t need to charge customers ridiculous prices! Thank you Sam!
haha it does seem that way - this is much more like it for the money!! ;D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Beautiful locomotive. I have a soft spot for this class, because my first locomotive that I got for my N gauge layout back in 2003 was a 94XX.
Now that I've seen this, maybe I'll need a OO gauge version!
Thanks Christopher, that's great to hear! I'd highly recommend this! :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
@@SamsTrains Well, when I went to Warley on Sunday, I noticed that the Locomotion Models version was being sold for £120, so I picked one up.
I'm very happy with my purchase. It ticks all of the right boxes: finely-detailed, crisply-decorated, smooth-running, and (unlike some of Bachmann's older releases) built to last!
I have no complaints about the current RRP of £134.95: it's a lot of money, but you're getting what you pay for. And the discounted price of £120 represents very good value!
Well done, Bachmann.
I was waiting for this review, after seeing Bachmann’s track record I really wasn’t sure about buying one without seeing a review first
Thanks mate - good news - I can 100% give this the thumbs up! :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
@@SamsTrains please can you do parade of trains steam and diesels
🙋♂️hi
Also, in the US, working headlights are pretty much standard, while painted cabs are quite rare.
Yeah that's true - the differences are really interesting aren't they?!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Amazing review on the Bachmann 94xx! This model looks fantastic with the amount of detail it has for a new locomotive along with the weight of this thing! It’s unfortunate that the glue marks let this model down, but other than that, he’s a smart looking locomotive! I’ll give this one a B.
Thanks a lot mate - yeah they did an amazing job really!! :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
I started following your channel about a year ago as a non model railway enthusiast. I then went on ebay and purchased my first oo gauge model train, a Lima 9400 pannier tank in GWR livery. One year on and and many purchases later I decided to cool off a little and just enjoy what I have.....
....and then this video pops up, damn it!!!!!
....can you guess what happens next?
Great content as always but you're costing me a fortune Sam lol
haha that's awesome - I don't blame you, I was much the same... sorry for costing you a fortune haha! ;D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Mine (with sound) arrived yesterday after a long wait. It was definitely worth the wait. Beautiful!
Great to hear that Filip, really glad you're pleased with it!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Hi Sam, another good review video. Lovely looking loco especially since I am a lover of "God's Wonderful Railway" and the panniers in particular. Pity about the blemishes and miss-fits you mentioned. Matt Slade bought one fitted with DCC sound, but had to send it back because it didn't run properly. He got another one and reviewed it, and it seemed to run properly. It seems that they don't all work properly. Regards Alan.
Thanks very much Alan - haha I love that! Yeah seems like the quality is a bit lacking, but overall no major complaints!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
That is one of the most detailed models I’ve ever seen
Seriously, it looks epic
Me too Ryan - it's mindblowingly detailed! :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Was thinking the same thing!
Hawksworth Pannier Tank Engine design by Fredric
Perfect presentation - the locomotive is very nicely detailed 😍
Many thanks! Yeah it's a superb loco! :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
#9402 was built at Swindon Works on April 12th, 1947 and saw service until September 1st, 1959 when it was withdrawn. It was cut up at Cashmore's Scrapyard in December 1960 at the age of 13.
Duly noted Vincent, many thanks for the info! :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Nice to see Bachmann going up in the world with their steam locos as they have more than proved they know how to make a good diesel. A bit of quality control could have really done wonders for this as it might've actually been hot on the heels of their impressive 37. They could definitely be on to a winner with this standard provided they keep their quality in check.
I agree with you - quality control was lacking, but a huge improvement from normal!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
I love panniers and this is no exception. Great review, Bachmann are on a roll with their tank engines lately!
- The Caledonian
Glad to hear that - yeah they are, lovely things for sure! :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Just by the way your holding it you can tell its exceptionally heavy nice model
Sure! Really very impressed by the weight on these! :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
"due to the not being a giant" - useful clarification for anyone in doubt, thanks Sam. :)
haha thanks David, thought I'd better just point that out ;)
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Always liked the 9400. This one looks really good. I had a Lima one all plastic with a horrible mecanism though it didn't look too bad once well weathered. I think it's still packed away with the rest of my stuff and badly in need of a good replacement chassis. I also found an ancient Graham Farish all metal one on ebay shortly before we moved house (in 2013 😳🙄) and the layout was dismantled. As far as I remember, it looks good and is heavy but no idea what it runs like.
As for the quality of assembly of the Bachmann one I guess they're manufactured in China by fairly low paid workers. I can't imagine the ladies in Margate letting stuff like that pass back in the day but that's progress for you and also why the price is reasonable.
The guard iron sticking into points probably doesn't mean they don't test them before packing, it just means they only get tested on plain track so maybe there's a suggestion for Bachmann to put sets of points in the factory test tracks!
I must admit over £100 for a loco still seems an awful lot but that's a sign I'm just getting old...
Thanks a lot Robin! All the best getting yours dug out - hopefully it'll be still running okay! Yes that's a good point on the guard irons actually!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
hey sam! i saddly had to sell my model engines and i was very sad about it, but now! im probaly getting some more model engines! im not going to get bachmann or hornby, but im gonna get marklin engines! i already have a engine, its the 3090! i dont have any tracks yet, but that will come very soon! maybe you should try marklin aswell! (btw i was subscribed since 20k subscribers)
-Senn
Awhh sorry to hear that - glad you're getting some new ones though!! :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
@@SamsTrains thankyou for the nice reply :D
-Senn
Finally bachman actually made a decent steam locomotive, I hope they take this video and make their models better
They certainly did! Fingers crossed they go even further next time! :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Between this and the 1P, maybe Bachmann is finally taking note and upping the ante and pulling out the stops to make better steamers. Very sharp-looking engine and excellent review as always.
I really hope they are - it certainly looks like they listened with these!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Hawksworth finally persuadss the GW to put a taper boiler on a Pannier!
Its my bday today!
Awesome!! Have a very happy birthday mate! :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
@@SamsTrains thanks
Hi Sam, great review. I was never going to buy another Bachmann, but had to buy Thomas, Annie and Clarabel for my little boy which is an awesome runner. Bachmann have failed to deliver full orders of the 94XX to my local shop, ll he was getting was DCC sound versions so I bought one. The model is brilliant and DCC sound is a revalation! Bachmann back to being great again? Detail and finish almost as good as Dapol Mogul which says a lot. Cheers Sam and keep up the good work. And oh, the finish on mine was spot on, unlike yours.
Ahh I don't blame you there! And that's a great pity - it seems Bachmann's production capacity is way down these days, a shame! :(
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Great video Sam! I loved the metallic shine on the chimney and the huge amount of daylight where the valve gear is! Very clever design! Shame about the quality but I think Bachmann are into a winner here and I’m certainly considering it! I love a good Pannier Tank! Hope you’re well and safe!
Thanks a lot Harry - me too - just a great looker isn't it? I agree - definitely much better than I expected! :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Thank you Sam for another amazing review. What is your favourite class of steam engine. Mine is the Merchant Navy Class or the Lord Nelson class
Thanks Matthew - great choice - mine is either that or the C1 Atlantic! :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
If you look closely at some bachmann models, you can see they have a unique look to the wheels and I really like it
Yeah they do - it's because they're cast wheels - quite interesting! :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Welp time to get this when I get the time
Awesome! I'd recommend it! :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
It’s a much better model than the Hornby!! This looks like a miniature version of the real thing!! Even the cab is pretty detailed. I might well purchase one.
There out of stock everywhere I can find
Hi Sam I was wondering how do you calculate the scores and what does 1 star equal. Keep up the great work mate 🙂🙂
It's a bit complicated, as each category carries different weights, but maybe I'll explain it in a video some time! :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
I happened to come across the fact that the LSWR liveried T9 has come into stock. Review soon?
Maybe! If the wallet allows it! ;D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
This Great Western Tank Engine is one of J50’s friends.
Well done, Kenji! Good work on your Young man behavior.
@@linkopinko9766 Thanks mom.
Thanks for sharing Kenji!! :D
hey Sam, here in the US there's no such thing as "detail bags" everything's pre-fitted weather you like it or not!
Yeah i heard that too - pretty interesting! :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Well everyone seems to like it, so I guess I'm the odd one out again!
It seems to me that people are bowled over by a good display model (and yes, it does look beautiful) and are therefore prepared to overlook performance issues.
For me, this is yet another triumph of appearance over performance, and since I value performance way ahead of any other considerations, if there are question marks in that respect then I wouldn't buy the model, however good it looked.
In fact, I would only recommend things that ran properly, and classify them according to other parameters after that - so I'd probably not have a lot of positive videos on my channel!
haha that's fair enough - the performance certainly wasn't 100% ideal, but overall I didn't have a problem! Thanks for sharing mate,
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Hi, I completely agree with you. And again this loco is not trouble free - due to the lack of QC. I'm surprised how people easy spend money on just about everything just for the looks. I'm rather picky for value & quality for the money. And in this case it needs to run smoothly especially on slow speeds for that was what the prototype was doing. It's a sad ongoing story of Chinees made junk ! It must be their mentality I guess...
Its beutiful, only if i had enough money to buy it... And if i had enough money, id buy all the panniers in both bachmann's and hornby's ranges! :)
I only have one gwr engine, and thats duck lol
Awesome mate, I hope you can buy one some day, you would enjoy it!! :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Beautiful model Sam! It’s hard to understand and a shame only 2 were preserved considering how many were built! Still 2 is better than none! It would also be nice if the NRM would explore the possibility of restoring the prototype, no. 9400!
Thanks Ryno, yes you're right that is a real pity! Would love to see that one restored too!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
awesome review Sam can't wait for even more model reviews!
Thanks so much - lots more to come!! :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Congratulations to Bachmann on the attention to detail they've achieved on this loco Sam. They were a common sight working the Cardiff Valleys in the early sixties. However, I still can't understand, why in this day and age, that they still can't produce a decent reliable motor. These locos are not purchased to be put on static show by most people. Another excellent review from you Sam....Thanks you....Bob
I agree Bob, they did a wonderful job! Agreed, not sure why the performance wasn't better - it's strange!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
To go along with the release of this model Rapido released a 16xx pannier. I thought you may find this interesting as you enjoyed the j70.
Yeah you're right - I did look into those! :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
What a beautiful model. I really didn't expect that from Backmann. It reminds me a lot of the GWR Pannier tank which I absolutely love. Great review, Sam 👍
Thanks a lot Carisa - me too - it was a real pleasant surprise! :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Such a marvelous model as well as your review of it! My congrats, and thank you!
Many thanks, glad you enjoyed it! :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Nice to see such a positive review for a Bachmann steam loco. Great review Sam with all details taken into consideration.
Cheers mate. Keep up the good work.
Thanks so much Robert - yeah overall very pleased with this! :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Brilliant video, I’m genuinely blown away! I’d consider buying one despite not suiting our layout location and era sheerly because of how amazing it looks! Would you ever consider doing a review of an Irish locomotive? Murphy Models’ have a newly released Irish Rail Class 121 (different to a bubble car!) Well done as always!
Thanks mate - me too - it's impressive! Sure, I'm certainly considering those! :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Hi Sam! It's been a while, I've been working on some stuff, I've been kinda sad for a while, but your videos always make me feel better!
Thanks a lot Jordan, so sorry to hear you've been sad - chin up mate!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
A quality engine at an appropriate price?
Is Bachman feeling all right?
Absolutely Speechless🤯 It's not perfect but it's near it.
You're right Jason - pretty darn near it!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
I always admired the design of the pannier tanks since they were designed to haul heavier loads of freight and passenger trains on the branchline services. What's the difference between this design and the earlier design of pannier tanks?
Me too Kenneth - admirable designs indeed! This was just the latest iteration of the design - presumably it was designed to be that much more efficient and powerful!"
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Surprised it didn't get a slating considering its Bachmann & it was you reviewing it.
haha, only when they deserve it!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
You upload a 9400 on the same day I got a 2251 which was just the tender version of the 9400
haha awesome Luke - how is your 9400? :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Just one thing Sam. Most impressive to look at. With that small motor and high gearing, has it enough power for the wheels to slip if the loco is prevented from moving, ie too heavy train or possibly stuck at the buffers?
That's a good question Andrew, I didn't test this - I'd expect so though!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Just out of curiosity, what makes a British model so expensive compared to an American model? You can get a pretty sizeable, decently detailed model for $100 while you guys across the pond are paying the equivalent of $154 for a small 0-6-0. Is there something I'm missing?
I don't know really - I always found US stuff to be even more expensive than British... I'm not sure why it is!
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Also Sam have you got the Bachmann LBSC Thomas? If you haven’t I would like if you could review it !
I'm definitely looking into getting one! They look super cool! :3
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
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And there is my bank account poor for another 50 weeks Sam 😂😂😂 they do like nice these there is one in the gwr steam railway museum in Swindon nere where I live Sam
Thx Ben :)
Uh oh sorry about that Ben, haha! Yes that's right - I believe that's where the other one is!! :D
Thanks for watching, Sam :)
Good job sam next time can I see Bachmann Henry from Thomas and friends please
And with five coaches
Sure! I have a video on him if you want to watch it! :D
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An absolute stunning locomotive the detail, the sheer pulling power, the reasonable price, Great job Bachmann. The 94xx is one of my favourite locomotives by the late era GWR superintendent Hawksworth. More to the point the 94xx was the first locomotive I bought (though produced by Lima models) which also makes it my favourite. Great review Sam. Certainly worth the money
Thanks a lot Lewis - yeah this one really was spot on, for sure!! :D
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Ducks cousin represent. Where’s the flying duckman at.
So bachmann do know how to produce value for money locomotives. Bravo
haha I know right! Yeah they certainly do.... now let's hope they do it more often!
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Sam what happens if you change the gearing so a loco will run slower.
I left you a few links in the past two posted videos of some O gauge turntables, you should check them out, also I've seen in a few videos that Lionel made OO gauge trains between 1937 and 1942 (about the time they brought out the 700E scale Hudson) though their OO gauge trains were slightly larger that HO gauge and your OO gauge, I'll leave links to some videos or websites that talk about them if you like
Thanks a lot Robert, I'll certainly look at those! You won't be able to leave links in comments though - I have filters to hold them back, just to be on the safe side! Feel free to email me! :D
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Wow, excellent review of the GWR 9400 Class Pannier from Bachmann Sam.
I have a choice between the one that you got or one of the BR black versions.
Thanks a lot Joe - ooh tricky, I'd hate to make that choice!
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Well, it looks as if Bachmann are beginning to listen at last. There are, as you said Sam, quality control issues over excess glue and poorly fitted guard irons. Lovely detail throughout though. Also, coreless motor notwithstanding, this seemed to cope with Gordon's Hill with a reasonable train behind it. A pity it stopped a few times during the crawl after the running in. That said, I might, just might, actually invest in one of these; either GWR or other livery available. Thanks, Pete.
It certainly does Pete - and it's a very pleasant change! Yes the performance was overall very decent! :D
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Bachmann seem to be getting a grip and upping their quality
They certainly are! Some way to go yet, but they're definitely getting there!
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If you are going to plan a Q&A or something similar, then I got a nice question for you Sam: What is the most fragile locomotive you ever had? Or similar: What train had the most fragile parts on it were the parts broke off the easyest? Also just a regular question for you Sam: Do Bachmann and Hornby produce their locomotives in China too? Because piko does. Its of course cheaper to make then assembeling it in England. It's a big shame that it doesn't happen nowaday's...
haha that's a very good question Arthur, I'll have to think about that!!
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Hi Sam what is your most powerful locomotive?
Probably the Vitrains class 37! :D
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@@SamsTrains Very Interesting I Quite like the Class 37
The gearing seems to be designed for the somewhat smallish motor used. No doubt higher rpm's were needed to give smoother
performance.
Thanks for sharing - you could be right!
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Hi Sam no not entirely convinced about the slow speed the Hornby j36 was a hole lot better never the less a nice loco and again a great review .Thanks Sam.
Yeah you're right Tony - it's not on the same level as the J36!
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Quick question. Do you ever plan to see the Gresley A4 Union of South Africa at the east Lancashire railway?
Maybe some day Liam - I'd love that! :D
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Great to see that Bachmann have upped their game! A second decent GWR release too. The metal chimney top is particularly exciting (come on Dapol on the Large Prairie!). Would definitely get one of these if it was appropriate to my layout!
You're right - yeah this just screams quality (mostly) and that chimney really is epic! :D
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They’re sweet little locomotives, aren’t they?!! I have a Hornby, but it’s the version before.
There was a Lima version I don't remember a Hornby version
Ooh did Lima do one? That might explain why I feel like I've seen these in OO before! xD
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@@SamsTrains yes Lima used to produce one ages ago but they are sometimes difficult to find I have two, one a motorless chassis and body and the other one is fully working
@@SamsTrains Not Lima!! Hornby - complete with DCC!! She came out of the Hornby Western Master digital train set!!
Hi Sam did you know that the Hawksworth 1500 class is in production i don't know what model brand is producing it but I would love to have one especially if there is a 1501 in production because the real 1501 is based at the Severn Valley Railway and its in BR Black
Sure! It's Rapido - they should be really good! :D
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@@SamsTrains I plan to get one for my 17th Which is Quite some time away so I'll have to wait Until then and i also plan to get the LNER Hush Hush the first version
Hey Sam! I recently just got back into the hobby and thought I’d get a little advice. I own a Jinty with the electrical pickup coming from the center axle. It tends to stall on turnouts if it drops below 30 on my controller. My turnouts have insulated frogs, just for the record.
Since this Pannier has all wheel pickups, would that mean it can go through any turnout (insulated or non insulated) at slow speeds without stalling? I’d like to run a consist at more realistic speeds but my Jinty can only do so when it’s not going over turnouts.
Hope to hear from you soon. Love your videos!
Take care, mate!
Hello Sam. I've come across that low-speed 'binding' problem in the past. It's caused by poor 'quartering'. In other words one of the axles has had its wheels fitted with the crankpins not set properly at 90 degrees to each other. Kit-builders buy a quartering jig to set this accurately. Again ... sloppy assembly, or maybe you just got a bad 'un.
Thanks a lot for sharing Chris - I bet you're right, the quartering could well be to blame! It's very very minor though - usually when I dismantle a loco with that kind of issue, it's undetectable when turning the wheels manually, so it's obviously nothing too serious!
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@@SamsTrains I think that you are more patient than me. If I were you I would have sent it back, with a link to your post as evidence. Those sandboxes were just ridiculous. You would think that if they knew that their sale was going to turn up on 'Sam's Trains', they would have given it a look-over first.
I really am going to have to ask you to stop reviewing locos, Sam. My wallet can't handle it...
I honestly do not think this was badly manufactured looking closley I would be more tempted to say this has been dropped in its box and repaired by the model shop The amount of excess glue is a joke and I would be sending it back for a replacement. I bought one of these and the buldmanship is perfect no glue marks and runs perfectly at all speeds.
haha you could be right - I guess I'll never know whether that was true. Overall I would say this was well manufactured, as you say!
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Hello Sam! Quick question, exactly how many engines do you have? I have 9, but i crave for more, but, i wanna know how much you have, could you tell?
Hey! I'm not too sure exactly, but it's over 400 now! :O
9 is loads though - which ones do you have?! :D
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@@SamsTrains i have american locos, i know i have 1 hornby, 6 bachmann, and 2 model power
Another really interesting review - many thanks. You've often had to comment on gearing: how practical do you think it would be for modellers to change that? This model has a gear chain, so that would presumably be easier than if you had to replace a worm-and-pinion. Or would the most practical way be to fit a decoder?
Thanks very much Rick! I don't think it'd be very practical at all - you'd have to find gears that fit perfectly into the existing chassis, but with the exact ratios of your choice... beyond my abilities unfortunately! :(
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@@SamsTrains Thanks for replying, Sam; I'd rather expected that. Perhaps there's a niche market there for someone with the technical skills - maybe via 3D printing?
My my that pannier looks fantastic! (besides the glue) but its nice one of my favourite classes has such a nice model another great review sam!
Yeah it certainly does - they did a great job, glad you liked it!
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lash up 2,3 or 4 black ones to recreate a Lickey Incline banking scene from the fifties
Awesome idea - that'd look superb!!
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Ya know I seem to always get into model railway right after Christmas 😂😂 and I have to wait a whole year til, Christmas again.
haha that's bad luck.... roll on next Christmas I guess! ;D
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Great looking loco seen a lot on TH-cam vids about it , been waiting for you review it Sam , hope your keeping safe
Thanks Harry - hope you enjoy the review! Stay safe my friend,
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I love the great western railway and I love your reviews
Thanks so much mate, that's lovely to hear! :D
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Hi Sam's train I was looking to seen new GWR the tank engine 94xxx in box set there. If we're waiting to see
Thanks a lot Llesh, hope you like seeing it! :D
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@@SamsTrains yes I can't wait
I read somewhere that some new locos were never used and then scrapped. such was the waste in those days
Blimey really? I know some didn't last long... but never used?! That's news to me! :O
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The odd one out is the BR class 4MT I believe at 26:47
Well spotted - that's the one! :D
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Are you going to get the Hornby 6 wheel and 4 wheel coaches? As I am waiting on your review before buying or not buying any of them.
I hope so - will be really interesting to see how they turn out!
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I'm really impressed with Bachmann recently. This model is fantastic, and the RRP is good too! Especially when you put it next to much smaller tank engines, like the Hattons P Class, or Hornby Peckett. Do you think Bachmann might be starting to get the hint on price? :P
Yeah me too Ben - they've really turned this around haven't they?! I hope they are getting the hint... although the newly announced version is much more expensive! :/
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Odd one out: Standard 4 2-6-4T
Well spotted Luke!! :D
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Hi Sam, thanks for reviewing the 94xx, as it is one of my favourite designs!
❤️ Nikolai
Glad to hear that mate, it's my pleasure! :D
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@@SamsTrains :з
26:43 - Spotted the odd one out. In the siding is a BR Standard 4 tank, not GWR!
Very well spotted there mate! :D
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Hey I’ve got a question,when is the new Hornby E2 coming out?
That is a good question - I'm not sure about that one mate!
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Hi Sam, forgive if I am wrong, but I could not find you put the engine in 2021 ratings logbook, if you did may I know in which spot did it come in?
Yeah that was my mistake - it's 3rd place, above the lms 10,000 and below the Peckett!
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Okay so Basically duck with no face. Sweet.
haha it's a similar design, sure! ;D
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Great review Sam I thought you might have got one of these it looks great
Thanks a lot David - yeah I couldn't resist - and they do look grand! :D
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Looks like a mix of duck and ryan from thomas
haha yeah it does Josh!! :D
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Another geart review it acts like the real one
Thanks Michael - haha is that so?!
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Buy bachmman percy you can get him I mean you almost have everybody for the steam team look at your bachmman thomas reviews
I am thinking about it - would be nice to complete the collection! :D
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@@SamsTrains Okay Thanks!
This is a really fabulous model- glad you’ve picked one up and reviewed it! :) Also, great job conveying how heavy it feels- mine arrived yesterday, and the first time I picked it up it felt like it a solid, dense lump which weighs a tonne!
Thanks a lot Matt - it really does doesn't it? Amazing weight really!
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Such a beautiful loco
Amazing model, though I’m not a fan of GWR locomotives I have to admit this one is a stunner and if I had a chance I would consider it. Seems like Bachmann have discovered how to make a good model.
Thanks a lot James, glad you thought so too! :D
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Thanks for the review on this model Sam. I am getting mine soon which is DCC and sound fitted. I cannot wait.
It's a pleasure Damien - sounds fantastic, really hope you enjoy it! :D
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I've 9466 too at the Severn Valley's autumn gala. Severn valley also own one themselves (1501) but it has different piston rods to 9466.
Nice review sam, a bit surprised with the glue marks and general running issues, beautiful loco just the same at that money would buy one myself 👍
Thanks Ciaran - yeah me too - but at least they're a bit more forgivable at that price!
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I've got the locomotion version, it's just so heavy!! I'll check mine over for the quality issues though. I certainly didn't notice any. Great review 👍
Ahh fantastic - yeah the weight is awesome! Good luck - hopefully you won't find any!
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@@SamsTrains , I didn't find any imperfections on mine. It's a shame they aren't all in perfect condition though.