Brand new Oxford Rail Class N7 Unboxing & Review
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- Опубліковано 8 сер 2024
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My review of the outstanding Oxford Rail Class N7 OR76N7001 in the fetching wartime grey.
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Proof locomotives can be diecast and still be affordable.
If they keep this up Hornby and Bachmann are in trouble.
Yeah I agree.
I agree completely - it's a very good sign for the hobby! :D
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I think Hornby, along with their various brands; Corgi, Airfix and Scalextric, are already in trouble. Just over a year ago they appointed none other than Lyndon Davies, the owner of Oxford Diecast/Rail, as their CEO, most likely as his company has been going from strength to strength whereas Hornby Hobbies has been in decline for some time. This most likely being a desperate attempt to get the company back in the game. As far as I know however the two companies are still completely independent of each other.
If hornby still exists this time next year I'll be quite surprised...
@@mitchellhogg4627 Yeah the reason why I think hornby is trash is because I bought a frame for a Gresley teak and it arrived in an envelope smashed and broken. Then when I ordered another one one of the tool boxes fell off in the box.
To me that screams JUNK!
I think that lower prices could cause more people joining this hobby :)
Absolutely right - we really need that!
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Agreed
The dean goods oxford rail is £60 at gaugemaster right now bargain!
@@charlietrumpet96 QUICK EVERYONE GET IT!!!!!!!!
So very true
WOW!!!! There is not one thing I do not like about this engine!!!! You got a REAL good deal on that engine, and I can't find anything wrong with it either. I LOVE the elegant gray paint livery, the crisp details, the pipe work, the red connecting rods, the painted boiler and cab details, the fact that the 2 rear trailing wheel flaw from the Adam's Radial 4-4-2 Tank engine has been fixed on this engine, the smooth running, and it's powerful!!!
MY God, I'm blown away, and this is just the first engine for 2019 which is not good because this engine is gonna be VERY tough to beat!!!!
You're gonna need to find one heck of an engine to beat this. I can't stop admiring this beautiful little engine. I'll most definitely get one when I can.
I can't wait to see more of what's to come. :) Beautiful engine! :)
haha me too Chris - I can't think of a single thing! And definitely very tough to beat - I bet this will win the year actually!! ;D
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Awesome engine Sam, this has definitely become a new favorite of mine and I can’t wait to see what other engines come this year!!! :)
I saw the cabin detail and my jaw dropped, it looks sooo nice, blown away for what it costs. 👌
I know - me too - just astonishing! :D
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It’s great your back Sam! I very shocked on how that N7 preformed. I was expecting it to fail with with a poor motor! (Like the Dean Goods), but it didn’t and I’m very impressed! Great to have you back Sam!
James ;)
haha thanks James - I was expecting the same really - just incredible how well it ran! :D
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Beautiful! I want one of these! I am just starting the hobby and trying to determine where to start. This loco may be the place. Thank you so much, Sam, for your passion and detail in explaining the various products.
Thanks a lot Michael - this may well be the place - good luck!! :D
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Hi Sam, nice train. Really deserves the honour of being your first review of 2019
-Andrei
Thank you Andrei - I agree - a very well deserving loco! :D
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Only 5 seconds in and the locomotive looks amazing
haha I don't blame you - this is amazing!! :D
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Hi Sam, thank you for your response to my comment. One point I failed to mention was that I had placed an order for an Oxford N7 and cancelled it months later in favour of a different machine. Following your glowing report on the N7, I feel I now need to reinstate the order super quick to ensure I get delivery of the locomotive. I thank you for your excellent work that enables a decision on what to, and what not to buy.
Hey Drew, that sounds like a very good idea - I'm sure you won't regret it!
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I think you've hit the nail on the head the Sam, it's worth supporting this whatever your model. I have placed an order for one and I model in N gauge, and have no reason to buy this other than I believe in the company ethos and think it's stunning to look at!
Fantastic video as usual.
Thanks a lot Alex - yeah I definitely think so! Let's hope they do more like this! :D
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Hi Sam. I have just bought this loco in early BR Black from Hattons, for a mere £98! I wanted this loco in the BR livery to haul some of my BR coaches. I was persuaded by your very favourable review to get one. I am sure I won't be disappointed. Thanks, Pete.
Something I do love about the model are the headboard holders on the smokebox being fitted rather than molded. You could fit it with a headboard of a (made up) town/station, and allowing for creativity on models is always something I like.
Yes I noticed those too - such great attention to detail here! :D
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First review of 2019 and I believe the first using that lapel mic as the main thing to record audio - sounds great! Not that your reviews weren't great before but somehow it makes a big difference.
What a great review and what a great loco. It shows you can have a quality locomotive that doesn't break the bank. Love it. I might have given it a 10! LOL Way to start off the new yew Sam THANK you.
Thanks mate - absolutely, let's hope we see many more like this - really glad you liked it!
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WOW!!!I’ve been amazed from, this first year’s review. Not only the N7 is fantastic, but also the rolling coaches in LMS blue at the beginning, the stars. MY GOD!!! Keep up the great job,Sam, 2019 will be a VERY GOOD year 😉-The LMB Channel
haha thanks so much mate, really glad you liked all the changes for 2019!! :D
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An incredible way to start with this year's reviews, Sam. The N7 class was a fantastic model, its something to celebrate how good it is. They really put effort on the quality with many parts of the body being metal, making it very heavy. Its also a very good performer, 8 coaches isn't easy for many locos, and doesn't sees to struggle. The attention of detail is great too, the Worl War II White livery is very attrative looking, and its amazing they managed to make a good detailed cab, despite not being very visible one. And obviously, the value is suprisingly good, being a model that could be more expensive. This proves that Oxford really takes care for their costumers, being able to sell their models for a great price, wich is very afortable for many people. Its a great model to start, similar to the P class from last year and its ranking will be very difficult to pass, but time will tell. Anyways, hope you're having a nice day, and I'll see you in the next video.
Thanks very much Valentino - yes a wonderful start! This really ticked all the boxes for me! :D
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Hi Sam. I know I am a GWR fanATIC, but I totally agree with your assessment of this model and OXFORD rail. The detail on this beauty is phenomenal and the price is too good to ignore; even I am struggling with the temptation to buy one, even though I am still waiting for my steam railmotor to appear in a few months' time. Excellent video as always. Keep up the good work.
Amazing review Sam! This is going to be a tough loco to beat this year I reckon. I was thinking about models I might want to save up for a purchase this year and I think this one has been added to the list of ones I am considering immediately. It amazes me how great of a loco this is for such a reasonable price. If Oxford Rail continue to make models this good, I think the Hornby and Bachmann will have no other choice than to follow suit and join in on making their locos with diecast and an affordable price tag. A very good thing for the hobby. Keep up the great work Sam!
Thanks again mate - yeah I really think so too - super impressed with this! Hope you really enjoy it if you decide to get one!! :D
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It's great to see how Oxford Rail are making such high-quality models for such a low price. Great review!
Justin
I agree Justin - they really are doing a grand job! :D
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Whoa... this is probably the highest ranked model you’ve ever reviewed, truly fantastic model! I also love the new video format keep up the good work.
haha yeah it probably is actually - just incredible! Really glad you like the new changes for 2019!! :D
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Thank you for this one Sam, and thanks also for all the things you've been doing with Hatton's. This is indeed a very lovely and affordable loco, really can't beat it can you! The quality/price ratio is what other marques should strive for I think... Bye for now, Joachim
My pleasure Joachim, definitely can't beat this, for sure! :D
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Very impressed with Oxford Rail... Re-started my train hobby after 55 years, having a lot of fun with it but the price of the major makes scares the hell out of me! Almost looked for another hobby..... almost :) Thanks Sam!
Glad to hear that Roger - I can't fault their recent models, truly wonderful things! :D
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Great video Sam, i am new to the hobby and after watching your review this is my first brand new purchase and cant wait for it to arrive........thanks for sharing this little gem :)
Wow that's awesome Jason - I really hope you enjoy it! Be very careful with it - especially if it's your first one!! :D
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It looks like a great model. I am glad your videos are starting back up now because I am still ill and only getting worse from last time I messaged you and it has been dragging me down a bit. This video helped cheer me up. I think I will be getting this model.
Ahh so sorry to hear that mate - I do hope you're feeling better soon! Hang in there!
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Omg amazing value glad to see you back I want one as this is cheaper then most ive been looking at and did not realise the loco was coming out
Thanks very much Lewis - these certainly are cheaper than most - and yes, they're out now!! :D
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Love it, Sam. Looks chunky from behind as it pulls those coaches with ease. Good vid, thanks for spotting this little gem.
Cheers Ray, yes a lovely chunky loco this one!
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I pulled out of my pre-order for the N7 when it was announced (financial reasons). After watching this review, I may have to reconsider. It looks amazing. ^_^
That's understandable - I have to do the same sometimes too! This one is definitely awesome though! :D
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DANG SAM! This is quite a impressive loco! Amazing review as well, happy 2019!
Cheers Mate,
Bailey :D
Thanks so much Bailey, and happy new year! :D
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This should be a winner San, well done to Oxford Rail for producing such an incredibly well priced loco...Great review as always
Thanks Bob - absolutely, I have great admiration for them for treating us in this way! :D
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The N7 is a good looking loco. It's so cheap, yet it's beautiful to look at. So beautiful that when I go to a train show, I may just buy one or even two if they have different running numbers.
Thanks a lot mate - absolutely - they did an amazing job with this! :D
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What a beautiful little loco! Although at this moment I both don't have the space and can't afford to have a set up (what happens when you love horse riding!) I don't have one, thus have to enjoy yours as my own, but when I become to buggered to ride I do aspire to have one and I should like to have an N7, great vid! 👌
haha that's fair enough mate - this is a little less messy than horses mind you ;)
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Well, it seems this is the number one model I've reviewed this year. It was only the second loco I reviewed, and it stayed at the top ever since. The only loco I've ever given a perfect 10/10.
Ahh great to hear that - yes these are epic! :D
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Great review for the new year!! Just wanted to ask, when the engines are running, is it safe to touch the track
Thanks very much! Yes it's absolutely safe - you can't get a harmful shock from 12v. If your fingers are wet, you might feel a tingle if you touch both tracks at the same time - but it's certainly safe (and fun!)
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That’s seriously impressive. I’ve an LNER one on pre-order and I’m looking forward to it even more now. I’ve seen a video elsewhere of one hauling 16 coaches on the level having started on a 3rd radius curve.
There does look to be a visible join on the boiler, where the motor cradle is part of the lower boiler. I think it shows up more due to the livery, I expect it’s less obvious in black. That Westinghouse cylinder looks like a nice moulding mind.
I like the new transition by the way.
Cheers Jim - enjoy the LNER one - I'm sure it'll be just as impressive! And 16 coaches is seriously impressive. Yes that is quite noticeable on the close-up shots, but I admit I wasn't really conscious of it when using the model!
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Didn’t know there was a review for this masterpiece!!! Nice nice nice 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Thanks very much mate - she certainly is a masterpiece!
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As an LNER (GE) man I’ve been very excited about this product. Seeing the initial video and now this review of the loco it is going to be welcomed with open arms by LNER (GE) modelers. So you know Sam, The loco is very accurate to the prototype as a belpaire fireboxed version of the N7 some modelers have been a bit suspicious about the chimney, dome, blower pipe (which was fitted to a certain series of the N7) and the fitting of vacuum pipes to a GER loco (which tended to run on air only) But if I am honest for £87 pounds that’s simply amazing and the LNER & BR versions will also be very very nice
Thanks so much for the comment - I can definitely see why you were excited! Great to hear that it's accurate too - just brilliant! :D
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Excellent value on this!
It's been a massive complaint of mine how expensive new locos are (Hence I've been repairing used models and buying those more recently)
Oxford, while their previous loco attempts haven't been great, really put a lot of thought into this little loco and I'm glad to see them doing so well. Hopefully this competition will get some more budget models on the market. (And hopefully some of the US branch manufacturers take notice, the pricing on high quality locos here is almost worse - I've seen 0-6-0 tender locos sold for over 300 USD without DCC!)
Thanks a lot! Mine too - just a breath of fresh air to see a cheaper engine! Im really glad to see them doing so well too! :D
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Haha, same reaction as me when mine arrived on Monday. Hope oxford rail go down the pregrouping route (easy on my wallet!), they do it better than anyone else - especially price wise.
- Kind regards
Glad to hear it Harry - I hope to too - this was wonderful!!
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Fantastic review Sam, you have found another little gem. If my local model shop get one of these in stock, it will depend whether they do, i will definitely look into getting one. Be well and keep safe, regards Gary.
Cheers Gary - I'm just amazed by these - I really hope your local will get some in! :D
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I will say my Janus 060 diesel made by Oxford rail for golden valley models is pretty well detailed and weighty lighter nights are coming and hopefully I can start playing with it. This model also looks great.
Thanks for that Ben! I have one of those too - but I'm not opening it until the review!! ;D
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This was a great review Sam. The N7 looks absolutely stunning. :D
Thanks a lot mate - I was definitely super impressed with this! :D
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I'm going to get that train for Christmas this year and I'm very excited to get it to!😁
Wow amazing - really hope you enjoy it mate, they are superb model!! :D
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Just wow and again it looks great in the grey just like the hattons one dose. Another great vid Sam Cheers
Thanks a lot Gareth - it really does - glad you enjoyed it! :D
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Wow what a great model. I'll have to get one now. Thanks again sam
Thanks Thomas - I can really highly recommend it! :D
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Wonderful review as are they all. shame I missed the offer price but still only 98 pounds at Hatton's & less than the rrp of 110. Its still great value based on the performance and build etc. I've gone for the wartime grey & the LNER Black
Thanks Nick! Yeah I agree - any less than £100 for this is stunning value! :D
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I also agree that this locomotive is very cheap for it's price tag. It's excellently detailed and worth every penny and pound! Good review Sam; Well done.
Thanks Jacob - glad you thought so too - I'm super happy with this! :D
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Sam :)
Hi Sam I was not intending to buy any more trains for a while but just changed my mind I love a good heavy locomotive and although it initially looks plain it really got my attention well spotted 👍
Ooh I can't blame you for that - you definitely won't be disappointed!!
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The gray livery with black lining and red coupling rods looks excellent!
I agree Sharky - really nice looking this one! :D
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We had them on our branchline on the east coast of Essex. The amount of destruction of track and buildings along our branchline since 1960s is shocking. We don't have the 31s and 37s pulling the nuclear flask anymore since Bradwell nuclear closed.
Very cool - thanks a lot for sharing! Yeah it's a great shame about all that!
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Picked up one of these in LNER Black for £92 from one my local train fair earlier today. Was £95 but the seller knocked off £3 for me. Excited to get it running!
That's fantastic - really hope you enjoy it!! :D
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Sam :)
Gorgeous engine and at a wonderful price! It makes a lot of other locos that cost twice as much look cheap by comparison. Absolutely lovely.
I’ll have to order one to add to my British locomotives collection.
Anyway. Are you planning on doing some more American locos on your channel in 2019?
Hopefully you can get your hands on a Big Boy to commemorate 4014 which is slated to run under steam sometime later this year! I’d love to hear what you think of that behemoth.
That's very true - it does make more expensive models pale in comparison!
Yes - I am planning to review some American models very very soon!!
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Nice loco :D .
I've had a footplate ride on the surviving example (No. 69621). It was my 18th birthday event... most people have a party or a dance, but I got a tour of the Llangollen Railway workshops, and a ride on one of the locos :P . So, I have a bit of a soft spot for this class!
Thanks a lot Chris - wow that must have been amazing - you lucky guy!! :D
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What a beast of a little train. Like my n gauge pannier tank that's metal body. It out performs much larger steam engines all day.
Thanks Lawrence! Wow that sounds very impressive for N gauge - can't fault diecast locos!
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I still need to get one of these - They're gorgeous things and the only reason I haven't yet is the fact that, currently, I'm making use of several decent offers on SR Locos (which, given about 90% of my stock is Stock is Southern and the rest is LT is sort of logical). Once I've got myself an E4 I'll be getting an N7 (LNER Black to match my modelling period).
As for haulage, eight wouldn't be a big deal for a real one of these (I think they were utilised on trains formed from pairs of Quint-Art sets, that is five-car sets that were articulated, and certainly on pairs of Quad-Art sets, which would be eight total) so it's good that the model matches the prototype in that regard.
If I had a better reason to get one (I.E. If I didn't model almost exclusively Southern prototypes) I'd already have one. As it stands I'm planning a London-area layout to justify one!
Amazing in all areas - Just want Oxford to do a few ex-LBSCR and ex-SECR locos and they'll have my money.
What mystifies me about Oxford vs. Hornby is the fact that they share C.E.Os and clearly collaborate (Hornby's 1:76 scale road vehicles are generally made by Oxford, not Corgi and Oxford's. Buildings have been incorporated into Hornby's range) so how on earth can such a difference in price and quality be justified?
I can highly recommend it mate - they're truly excellent models! I bet you're right - I can see these hauling more than 8! Thanks a lot for the info,
Cheers,
Sam :)
Good Evening Sam, good to see you back reviewing model locomotives again.
I must say, the Oxford Rail N7 Tank Engine is a superb model, quite cheap, runs flawlessly and really strong, for a 0-6-2 Tank Engine.
I believe I could see 4 0-6-2 Tank Engines in the sidings & the odd one out is the Adams Radial Tank 4-4-2 on the turntable.
Don't forget to review each of your model steam locomotives you got from the Warley Model Railway Exhibition at The NEC in Birmingham back in November 2018 including the Bachmann NRM GNR C1 Atlantic No.251.
Superb review my friend.
As usual, I give your review a 10/10 & 5 Stars. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Kind regards
Jordan Shingler 😉
Mmmmmm, I've seen the price of the new Bachmann SECR C Class a while ago, very stupid, at least I have one, I've brought it when I was at Tyseley Locomotive Works in Birmingham during their Open Day in July 2014 and I paided £96.00 for it, a much better price.
Who knows, when the Bachmann C Class in SECR Green livery is released, one of the retailers might lower the price, so you can get it.
Hey Jordan, thanks very much for that mate - I'm so impressed with these N7s! Absolutely - I definitely won't forget my warley stuff!
Yep - it's just crazy - I paid £90 for my SR lined black one!! I think £191 is the discounted retailer price.... so it's got a long way to go, haha! ;D
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Very nice review Sam and nice loco!! Oh and are you ever going to get the Dapol B4 class shunter / my favorite class of loco?
Thank you Arthur, appreciate it mate! Keep your eyes peeled on the channel - it might happen sooner than you think... maybe even today?? :3
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Is there a place I can get a copy of your list of best locos? I need to keep a copy to use when I buy locos.
Great video Sam looks like a great loco
Thanks David - it certainly is! :D
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A great first review of the year Sam...the model certainly looks impressive.....I'm warming toward the colour and also toward buying this model, though a BR black could be more favourable......I enjoy your passion and totally agree that this company should be supported the price makes buying it even more appealing. Thanks for the first review....regards, Myles
Thanks very much for that! Yes apparently the BR black has been very popular! Can't wait to see what else they come up with!
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Beautiful Model Sam! She looks super!
I hope you had a great Christmas!
Jack
Thanks a lot Jack - I agree, really super! Hope you did too mate, happy new year! :D
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Hey Sam that video review for 2019, your new slogan and the tank engine are AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
hey, thanks so much - glad you liked the new stuff!! :D
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impressive! Might have to take a look at this one. Was going to give a wide birth to oxford after the dean goods. Colour looks a more a pale green cream than grey. A bit if a funny shade esp with those yellow numbers.
Thanks a lot Tim - I can highly recommend it! I understand how you feel about the Dean goods - I felt the same at the time, but I think they've redeemed themselves with this! Yes it's a very funny livery - but luckily they've done LNER and BR black versions, so they're a good choice if you're not keen on the grey!
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Welcome back Sam, in terms of review. :) That does look like an impressive model, I'll have to get one at some point. Also, love the new intro and the transitions. The transitions remind me of Batman the 1966 tv show--I personally think it'd be funny if you had Bullman's moo over this, though that might get annoying. Can't wait to see what you have in store for 2019. :)
Thanks Patrick - really glad you liked the review and the 2019 changes! haha that would be funny - maybe occasionally?? ;D
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@@SamsTrains Occasionally sounds like a good idea, I'd be up for that. :)
Received my early BR version this week. Straight out of the box it performed faultlessly on the club layout, getting many positive comments from other members. My only gripes are: the lack of internal valve gear as you also remarked, the cheapskate application of the smokebox number direct to the smokebox door and a complaint that applies to all enclosed cab models, make the cab roof removable please. Fitting crew, weathering and simply admiring the wonderful detail now commonplace in 4mm scale cabs would all be so much simpler.
These locos are the first ones I was familiar with as a child living in North London. When they were facing withdrawal in the early 60's, the crews used to invite us schoolboys to travel in the cab from Enfield Town ("Just keep your heads down as we pass the loco depot office, boys") and even operate the reversing wheel and regulator on occasions!
Really glad to hear that - they're wonderful aren't they?! Yes that was one of my criticisms too - but just fine for the price!
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@@SamsTrains I spent this afternoon weathering my N7, it looks much better now but haven't managed to squeeze a crew into the cab yet. As a result of minutely scrutinising this loco I found another issue that I'll need to work on; i.e. the front coupling sticks out far too much. A Bachmann LBSC E4 tank I was weathering as well has its front coupling way shorter.
#1002 was built at Stratford Works on June 30th, 1921 for the Great Eastern Railway Company. She later became LNER #7980 in 1923 and later renumbered to #9602 in 1946. She became British Railways #69602 in 1948 and was withdrawn from duty on July 31st, 1959. She was scrapped at Stratford Works on September 30th, 1959.
Thanks again for your valuable info Vincent, cheers mate!
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I do love me some Oxford. Have a radial tank amazing model only issue I had with it is the rear pony can beach it and slight radiant
Me too! And yes that's a very very common (and annoying problem!) You can fix it though - carefully remove the front bogey, and trim the spring to about 1/2 the original length - you'll see a huge improvement!
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@@SamsTrains thanks for the advice will give it a go. Take care
The better prices will also be better for rail modellers here in Australia such as myself seeing how the UK pound to Australian dollar exchange rate is absolutely ridiculous. Very fantastic model and price. Great video Sam
Ahh that's very good to hear! You've got to get yourself one of these then - they're aamazing! :D
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2019 = new intro, new review. the n7 looks really good.
haha yes indeed! Thanks mate, glad you liked it! :D
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Very impressive Sam, I agree with you, Oxford Rail are leading the way, treating the customer with respect and providing good quality and fair prices. I have a Dean goods, why are they notorious?
@@MDHGames Oh yes I recall that
Yes, I've heard a lot of stories about motor failures! They were also a bit notorious among the rivet counters for having certain inaccuracies - I can't remember the details mind you!
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Thanks for another great review Sam. You clearly like the N7 an awful lot, and certainly at that price point it’s got to do well. Will definitely consider picking one up in either BR or LNER livery! 🙂
Thanks a lot Fred, my pleasure - I really did like this one, just fantastic! :D
I can highly recommend it mate,
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"In a few days, these powerful old horses once identifiable as the N7 class has been reduced to 60 tons characterless steel and metal."
-British Pathe
The quote i can hear in my head everytime i see an N7
Nice train!! I always make sure not to miss an unboxing, Im trying to expand my fleet, The LNER Coaches go great with the loco!
Ahh fantastic - thanks for your viewing support mate! Ooh yes - I love those LNER coaches!
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Hi Sam Enjoyed the review and it seems that Oxford Rail are priced at the Hornby Railroad level but with premium quality so must be a winner.I notice their GWR Deans Goods is £74 at Hattons !! Hope they continue with that ethos.
Thanks a lot Kevin - yeah they certainly are - this was a crazy bargain - I hope they continue too! :D
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The model N7 steam engine is very impressive. I definitely want one for sure now. Except I would like to get the black BR "Early Crest" version. And maybe a BR brake van to go with it. Just watching the model in action made me feel as excited as you.
Hopefully this is only the start and Oxford Rail decides to produce more steam engines of this caliber.
Update: I've decided to go for the "Late Crest" version instead. But still might get the "Early Crest" version.
Sounds great - the early BR versions do look lovely too! Really looking forward to seeing what else Oxford can do! :D
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Great review, I'm thinking about getting the engine myself, she's a beauty, but I wanna ask something, to where can I send packages that you open in your streams, or has the "stream season" not started yet?
@@MDHGames OK, thanks for the advice
I might buy one of these. I don't even model in OO, I have N.... and I don't even live in the UK, I live in the US. This thing would look great on a mantlepiece or in display case.
Ooh I can definitely recommend it - it's beautiful! :D
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Excellent review but more of my pension disappearing🙂. Wartime grey - perfect for my WWII layout. Got one from Rails for £86.50. Beautiful model, good price, grand service. Thanks Sam. Keep safe.
J.T.
Uh oh sorry about that John! They're superb though - can highly recommend!! :D
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The first loco I gave a 10/10 score! The LNER Black livery mine is in looks fantastic and it is the best slow speed runner I own!
Ooh great choice - yeah they are amazing runners aren't they?! :D
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You say that it has no motion gear detail under the boiler, however it is cut out so you can see through and i think it’s quite effective when it’s running along, bearing in mind that most locos just have a flat spot there, with no detail at all.
That is very true - the large air space makes it look very realistic - good point!
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I might try and get this. It looks beautiful!
You should mate - just amazing models! :D
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Superb model sam, can't fault it, again a winner from every perspective.
Enjoy👍
Damn, I don't have to time to set up a layout anymore, I was thinking about selling my kit to buy school stuff and music gear but after watching lots of your videos I'm not so sure.... Maybe time to revisit my train set haha
Ahh sorry to hear that mate - I can highly recommend it though, lol! ;D
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Neat! Love your Vids, as usual, keep up the good work!
Thanks so much mate, I'll do my best! :D
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yey! I like the model very much! oh and A HAPPY NEW YEAR
Thank you! Me too - it's amazing! Happy new year to you too! :D
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Great video and beautiful engines well ironically enough I watched a video of these in the end of steam and saw them sadly get cut up
Thanks very much! Ahh that's very sad to hear - I didn't realise there was video of that :/
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I plan on getting one soon it looks really nice and will be the first train I actually purchase
That's awesome - really hope you enjoy it mate! :D
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Hi Sam, Firstly, there is nothing unprofessional about getting excited over a model train; that just goes to show that you have come across something remarkable !!! Just love this loco; it's beautiful throughout. Is the rear axle fixed or does it swivel, as I am working with a lot of 1st radius track and would hate to find that it won't go round it?? Please let me know your thoughts. Seriously thinking about buying one of these for my WW2 part of my layout.
Sam, you are the best model railway reviewer ever!
Thanks so much for that, you're very kind! :3
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I wasn't going to buy one of these in fact when I saw them I did not even stop to look, But now I have just ordered on after seeing what you get for your money I would be mad not to buy one, I already own two of their Dean goods which I am more than happy with now I understand how to get round a weakness in their wiring.
That's fantastic to hear Rob - I think you'll really enjoy it - it just one of those things I love owning!
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A lovely model. The real engines had small wheels to give them excellent acceleration and the model seems to reproduce this quality of the N7s working out of Liverpool Street station, London.
Thanks a lot John, and for the info too - yes they've certainly got some grunt!
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Oh my gosh!, I'm gobsmacked, Oxford rail is officially in top 1 or 2 spot. Missed your videos, glad to see them back.
They certainly are - just amazing! Thanks mate - I'm very glad to be back!! :D
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Great review! I must get one of these for sure now! Clint
Thanks Clint - I can very highly recommend it! :D
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It looks great! Awesome video as well, I love watching them. 🙂👍
Thanks so much Aydin, glad you enjoyed it! :D
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If I had one I would make a shunting layout and weather this loco up and make her look used Love it!
Mr Muffin Trains nun
Ooh nice - that's a good idea! :D
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What a lovely locomotive. I'm not surprised you like it. I am only in to WWI but was tempted by this.
Thanks a lot mate - this is in fact a WW1 locomotive! :D
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@@SamsTrains I saw it was built in 1915 but I hadn't checked if it was a ROD locomotive. If it was, I will be buying one I suspect :)
Subscribed!I'm actually very intersected in your videos!
Thanks so much for that - really hope you enjoy the channel! Welcome!
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The Great Eastern section of the LNER had air brakes. If I recall, the entire class was intact until the electrification to Chingford and Enfield was complete, around 1960, which took away their livelihood. The GER had considered electrification in 1903 and built a freak locomotive called the Decapod to test the steam alternative. In the end, it settled for keeping steam until the LNER completed the Shenfield electrification in 1949. The small driving wheels gave them sparky acceleration.
Hi Henry, thanks very much for the information on this! I'd love to see a photo of the freak Dacapod!!
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@@SamsTrains Decapod Locomotive
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GER_Class_A55
Hi Sam! Great style you've now adopted! Kepp up the good work! James.
Thanks very much James, glad you liked the changes! :D
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Wow! As a pre grouping collector myself, it seems I'll have to get one!
Thanks Peter, I can definitely recommend this, for sure!
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At 87 quid, the N7 looks pure quality mate! Oxford Rail could be the answer to affordable railway sets in the future. Railway stock now is just so unbelievably pricey mate! Cheers Sam, a great review. 👍🚂🚃🚃🚃🚄🚈🚆🚉😁👍
Absolutely - this is just crazy for 87 quid. I just hope they can keep producing models as good as this so inexpensively!
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