Class 66 - EWS Maroon - 66001
This item was delivered in a Previous run ( Quarter 1, 2024 ) from this range and is no longer available new from accurascale
Detailed Description
Detailed Description
The arrival of 66001 on to British soil at 08:53 on the 18th of Aprill 1998 heralded a new dawn for British rail freight, the first of several hundred locomotives of a type that would revolutionise Railfreight across the UK (and Europe). There were a few subtle differences between the first two and the rest of the production batch which have never been replicated before on a model. Firstly the lashing eyes to secure the locomotive to the ship were in a different position to later models. The horn grille was also mounted almost flush with the body. Visually 66001 looked more striking owing to its red grilles which were later changed to black.
Our Class 66 model is based on the award winning ‘accura-standard’ platform, with all-wheel powered six-axle bogies, a powerful twin flywheel fitted motor and market leading electronics package.
Specification
Specification
Lighting & DCC
Lighting & DCC
Common Features
Common Features
Another absolutely stunning model from accurascale! They are seriously pushing the standards of modelling through the roof! Roll on the class 50s & 60s now! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Blown away once again with another high standard model from my favorite model railway company!!!
You nailed it with these class 66s 👌⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Looks and runs perfect on both my club exhibition layout at Merseyside model railway society and home layout Colmoretraction👍👍
Even on Dc this is a remarkable loco, probably as good as it gets and for a very reasonable price. The effort Accurascale make on their exclusive locomotives and rolling stock just makes it a bit more special. Well done.
A superb loco and runs extremely smoothly with superb haulage capacity which I require for the Helixes on my layout.
Thank you Accurascale!!
Further to my review on this model April 30. I had the priviledge of visiting the London Ont factory when these Loco's were being produced, and as per the attached picture, it appears that at least the first two Loco's - if not more - off the production line - were in the brighter Red colour, so the model is the correct colour, and I apologize for only rating it 4 star instead of five.
The Accurascale 66001 has set new standards for the fidelity, operational capability and value for money of a loco. My model is a lovely smooth runner and can handle long trains of wagons with ease. Well done on producing such a great rendition of a ubiquitous loco.
My last model of 66001 was a modified and repainted Lima version, so when the Accurascale version was announced, I knew I'd have to have one. This and 66002 differed from the rest of the EWS batch, and that shows in the model which is a great performer, with great looks.
great early class 66 thank you for doing this one
Superb representation of these engines - excellently engineered - pulls like the prototype
What have we here, says you. Well it is part 1 of two locomotives from Accurascale scale named the first and last exclusives. The Class 66 is one of the biggest locomotive fleet ever built to run on UK tracks. This one EWS 66001 in their Maroon/Gold livery being the first in the number built. As per usual with the manufacturer it is of exquisite detail, printing and running performance. As a fan of the EWS livery and branded rolling stock I had to buy this beautifully presented locomotive. One can do no wrong in having a couple of this class engine running around a layout.
Brilliantly detailed model and runs extremely well on DCC.
This is the second Class 66 Diesel I have purchased from Accurascale, and as with the first model, the level of detail is superb. The colour scheme is very impressive. There was a slight issue with Royal Mail in that they lost my parcel in transit, but having contacted Accurascale this issue was resolved. Consequently, the delivery time was longer than expected (three and half weeks).
I have several of the Hattons Sheds and I was keen to see the results of the Accurascale magic wand - and I was not not surprised. Excellent detail and a superb model in every way. Will Accurascale be selling any 'upgrade' parts for the old Hattons model? I hope it is possible!
Outstanding rendition of The Shed. Almost as good as my other 66,s by Accurascale
Just AMAZING truly the best class 66 produced by far.
Top quality model.
Still boxed up ,new layout getting set up
Wow, Accurascale, the punked up Hatton's models are superb. The body livery colours of the EWS are bright and bold. Chrisp edges and fine lining are prevalent all around the locomotive. The detailing, well, what can I say, Accurascale really do put a lot of effort into their releases. A look along the sole bar at the fine cable/conduits etx are outstanding, as is the norm from the company. With so much detail to look at, they are an impressive model loco to see. The Class 66s are defaintly not the first and last to come from Accurascale's warehouses in the future.
Great model, received mine in the post, definitely on top of the game now 👌
I already have a large number of the Hatton's 66 locos but Accurascale have really done a great job improving the model. It runs fantastic without any sign of wobble. It's also very easy to remove the body now without anything falling off. The magnetic roof section is a nice, useful addition. Accurascale have made a great model awesome! The unique detail on 66001 has been nicely modelled. I remember the excitement in 1998 when the real loco first arrived in the UK so just had to get this one. Thanks guys!
Lovely model straight out of the box. Certainly subtle improvements on the tooling since purchase from original owner. Very, very nice.
Great work by the team at Accurascale. The model is Immaculate. They’re sold out now but if u can snag one. Get your hands on one. You WONT be disappointed.
As we expected this upgraded version was going to be welcomed if the foibles of the Hattons originals were ironed out, and the model doesn't disappoint. Great detail upgrades, and the axle boxes stay on !! Great to see this workhorse of the UK freight service is now in good hands. As always from the packaging upwards, Accurascale models are a quality owning experience and above all great value.
Superb detailing, very smooth running, cannot fault it.
Absolutely first class model and the best 66 to date.
My first Accurascale Class 66 arrived last week and I am delighted to receive yet another museum quality model from the team. It arrived in perfect condition, extremely well packed. Its a DC model and when placed on a test track it ran smoothly from the go and coped perfectly with what is roughly laid set of lines. The detailing, colours and printing is nigh on perfect and this is in my opinion the most authentique 00 model of this particular class 66 locomotive.
A wonderful model building on the solid foundations of the Hattons original and nailing the finishing touches to bring things up to Accurascale standard. The red grilles on 001 are gorgeous, so pleased this unique variant was tooled up.
Good runner, lights work well, manual could've used a diagram of the dcc/light access. Well worth it.
I will say there is a small issue with coupling due to detail around the coupling. But similarly mounted couplings (like the nuclear flasks) work well and removing the hook on old D style hooks.
TLDR: Great modle, few hickups, nothing major. Good Job Hattons/Accurascale