The first running was not the best, as through shipping or from the factory the motor was lifted slightly and once power was on, it just ran without contact with the internal spear gear. So, after taking it apart and seeing it was lifting due to torque from the motor, I re-sized the plastic clips used to keep the motor in place. I don’t like how there is clips used and a small piece of double sided tape, instead of a little strap-down or screw, but once it was re-adjusted it runs like a dream. Also the box is comicly large for the engine, as the new packaging can fit the filled package Hatton box of the same model lol.
Overall excellent. Looks just right and the grilles are superb which is essential on a Class 31, something which I found disappointing on the Class 37. Sounds good too, although I was expecting it to be a little louder. Lighting really good, cab superb. Overall a really great looking and enjoyable model.
these clips make the placing and securing of the speaker easy and spares the mess of using black tack getting everywhere
Great Detailed Models that run great on my layout. IRM brilliant company to deal with.
First taking out of box was the weight of the loco the look and the running detail very good the sound was very impressive an excellent job all round and forty to fifty pounds cheaper than other competitors keep up the good work
A fabulous addition to my layout with great attention to detail and a very high quality.
The model is full of detail and the sound is amazing. A smooth runner and a perfect match for my Accurascale Siphon G newspaper vans.
Received my class 31 crew today ( 15 Nov) . First impressions are very good if a little shiny . I enjoy painting model railway figures and will probably repaint the blue jackets in a Matt finish . I have a class 31 on preorder with Rails of Sheffield . ( BR Green, FYE with sound . ) Hoping this will arrive next month . Xmas present to me! Andy Bashford
Excellently presented Class 31 driver and secondman fit perfectly and make the superb Class 31 complete.
An excellent edition, the colouring could do with being a little stronger is my only issue.
I chose to remove the loco body to fit the decoder as it was easier to remove than the roof panel! Nevertheless a simple task and the decoder was a breeze to fit. It works perfectly as expected. Another great Accurascale product!
A welcome addition to my fleet. As all of my Accurascale models runs superbly out of the box. Fitted sound and crew just to finish it off, sound file is good and has plenty of functions.
Whist I think the Product is by far the Best Loco on sale at the moment compared to other Brands available in the Uk.
I only have one minor gripe and that is the Chains connecting the Body to the Bogies this makes fitting a crew very awkward.
I am also looking into purchasing your Class 60 “Spirit of Jaguar “ when the I have the Funds at it becomes available.
Ps Thank You for the kind help shown to Charlie Bishop of Chadwick Model Railway on YouTube