55001 St. Paddy

When it comes to iconic locomotives and the ECML, the 'Deltics' are at the top of the tree as far as I'm concerned. This model is absolutely stunning and is brimming with detail. As for the sound, well, this is something else. The loco runs superbly with the sound on or off. The haulage capacity would put many other models to shame.

Great loco in classic colour but good sound as well as shape and detail

I had been looking forward to the Arrival of St Paddy since the announcement of this model, given this was the first loco I had officially 'spotted' as a kid back in 1977. There are several good reviews of this model out there since it arrived so I would direct the buyer there rather than repeat any observations they made. Other reviewers noted some minor issues with small parts becoming detached but I understand these are noted and being remedied for subsequent batches. I observed none of these issues on my own particular model and was pleased with the general quality of finish and assembly. I have still to experiment fully with the sound options I received on mine but it is a facility that with practice can be 'played' to quite an extent.
The prototype in this livery holds very specific memories for me and I'm happy to report that I'm very pleased with mine. 🙂

I absolutely love my Accurascale Deltic (55001 St Paddy). From the moment you lift the model out of the box and notice the sheer weight of the loco you are struck by the quality of it. Well made, superbly detailed and a very quiet and smooth runner to boot. The DCC Sound is also amazing. Nice and loud out of the box with a wide range of sounds programmed onto the decoder. Station announcements are a nice touch, in particular. Well done Accurascale!

With everything going on in the world in recent years, it's taken a little longer than expected for these models to arrive. But when they finally did, it was certainly well worth the wait. When I first received St Paddy I thought I'd somehow ended up with a O gauge model rather than a OO gauge model, due to the sheer weight and size of the packaging - Which in itself is a real work of art!

As for the model itself, well what can a say, absolutely outstanding! To my eyes, Accurascale have nailed the look of the Deltic and it has real presence on my layout. The level of detail and complexity on the model is first rate and really sets the bar high for their first British RTR locomotive. The livery application on the model is spot on and the more you look at it, the more you notice. It's got some hefty weight to it, too.

I purchased the DCC Sound Fitted version and I'm so glad that I did. The sound reproduction with the factory fitted speakers is excellent. I was reminded of when I first had a Deltic for haulage some ten years ago, with 55019 being the Deltic in charge.

If you're thinking about an Accurascale Deltic then I'd say go for it. What they have managed to achieve in terms of quality and detail is nothing short of amazing given the price.

The fact that I now have five of these fine models should speak for itself.

I THINK IT IS ONE OF THE BEST LOCOMOTIVES I HAVE EVER PURCHASED.
THE DETAIL IS EXCELLENT, AND IS QUITE WHEN RUNNING.l HAVE TWO CLASS 37s ON ORDER AND ONE CLASS 31. WE ARE GETTING A WELL DETAILED MODEL FOR A GOOD PRICE COMPARED WITH OTHER MANUFACTURERS.

The long wait is over and the Class 55 Deltic from Accurascale does not disappoint with its many features or to one's eye. The printing of the livery is top notch with clean lines all around on my version of this locomotive St Paddy. The detail of things like the bogie chains is a nice touch and many other little additional parts are added. One just needs to peep through the driver's side cab window to see a lit dashboard panel for starters. Accurascale has made this model with the highest spec's seen on any model. This Deltic engine to date, and by any manufacturer must be the master locomotive version of this Class 55.

Quite possibly the most detailed ready to run locomotive I have ever purchased. Some of the detailing had fallen off in transit but was easily located in the box and put back on the loco in a few minutes. It is a hefty model weighing in at 815grams (Bachmann Deltic by comparison weighs only 512grams) which ensures not only excellent traction but also helps to keep it on any slightly uneven track. A nice touch is the loco being geared to run excellently at a very slow creep as well as a scale 500mph! (not recommended!). Finally the excellent design of removable magnetic roof cover to access the DCC interface makes the whole thing a joy to convert to DCC. I didn't purchase the sound version but may convert this one to DCC sound in the future.
I'm more of a Western Region/Southern region fan but have always had a soft spot for the Deltics having ridden behind them many times in my younger days. This one has pride of place on my garden Railway.
How about a nice class 50 next? :-)

The shape and presence of the of the locomotive is excellent, and captures the look of the Deltic perfectly. The level of detail is superb, and the BR blue livery application spot on. The locomotive runs very smoothly, and with sound active the sound of the Napier engines is captivating, and nicely loud - An excellent model

An amazing model detail superb. Sound chip salso sounds amazing. Very well put together model and in my opinion probably the best model currently in my collection

A brilliant model, it captures perfectly in model form the real thing that I used to hear from my bedroom hauling the 12.15 am down train out of Top Bank back in the ‘70s . Runs smoothly straight from the box. Congratulations Accurascale you are clearly setting a new standard for UK outline models in OO.

A brilliant model, incredible level of detail and all for a great price.

I dithered about buying one and pre-ordered quite late. I shouldn't have worried. It's superb in every possible way - The detail is mindblowing, it runs incredibly smoothly and silently (if the sound is off!) and it's soooo heavy!
Now... a class 40 to that standard please!

It took a while for Accurascale's first diesel loco to get here, but damn it was worth the wait. This model has set a new standard in RTR detail that I suspect other manufacturers will struggle to match. Add in the sound and lighting options, along with built in stay alive and the whole package is pure quality. This quality is all the more remarkable considering the great price. Bring on the 37s!

Not much more to add that has not already been written from fellow modellers, a very good price by today's standard considering the level of detail that is packed into this model with a operating performance to compliment. A big gamble to take modelling the greatest diesel loco to hit the UK rails & one that has been produced by most UK railway manufactuer's already, but what a job you have done.

Have purchased St Paddy along with four other Accurascale Deltics. Probably the best OO gauge models i have in my collection (until their 37s come along). Have had no problems with parts falling off. They all run like silk, the detailing is nothing short of amazing and the Napier roar transports me back to being a 10 year old on Kings Cross station with the sound fitted models i have. Well done Accurascale! Fantastic achievement for a 'first' locomotive to produce. Look forward to the 2nd production run and all your other fine models I've ordered...

Well what can I say, I have four of these wonderful locomotives 55001, 55002 locomotion special, 55005 and 55022 royal Scot’s grey and love them all. Accurascale you really have set the new level of modelling. Can’t wait for my 37402 in large logo and the mk2b’s I have pre-ordered 6! Many thanks and anyone who can get a Deltic you won’t be disappointed 😊

Congratulations on a superb model well worth the wait cannot fault it in any way looks spot on just like the real ones the body shape is perfect and it runs as good as it looks,
looking forward to the class 31 and 37.

What an amazing model of such an iconic Loco. The sound is amazing and the model is detailed very finely. I definitely feel like i got more than my moneys worth.

Quickly delivered, very well packed & everything was in place straight out of the hefty presentation box. I bought the DC version as I prefer the simplicity of that old system over finicky DCC & it runs like a dream. St.Paddy was my favourite Deltic & the first one I saw, cabbed & travelled behind around 1974/5, so it's a perfectly miniaturised time capsule for me. What an incredible job & tribute to these wonderful machines Accurascale have made. Impressive beyond anything else in my collection, this company have clearly reached a new plane in modelling standards / quality & fair / competitive pricing. The gauntlet has been thrown down to the others! I've ordered my 2nd fave Ballymoss in case they do a 2nd run. Looking forward to the Mk. 2b coaches too. Keep up the good work Accurscale, it's truly inspiring stuff!

Poignant as this was my dads favourite loco so had to get this one. Superb model despite a few minor niggles. Waited so long but kept up-to-date with progress throughout. Lovely model at a fair price. The running qualities are excellent, even on banked track transitions on my local clubs layout.

The Accurascale Deltic is a superb model with all the presence of the prototype. The level of detail is amazing, especially at such a competitive price point. My example was smooth-running, straight out of the box and I look forward to completing the detailing and some light weathering.

Straight out the bot the model proved to be well worth the wait. I had seen some comments about loose parts, I had one loose chain, but that was easily rectified. The sound was definitely worth it and the model runs superbly. Glad I have this model and wouldn't say no to another.

The model has the best features of any I have bought before, for a decent price also, the only problem is the chains keep detatching.

Beautifully detailed, superb running quality’s and the DCC Sound fitted model takes me back to the 70s standing at the side of the real Locomotive.
I’ve bought 3 of the Accurascale Deltics, 55015 and 55011 as well as 55001.
Superb!!

On opening the box, I was highly impressed by the level of detail showing on the locomotive. On putting it on our layout, it ran perfectly. A truly beautiful locomotive :-)

What a very good model you have produced with such fine detail top job can’t wait for the class 37s if there half as good I will be very happy , only downside I wanted the Gordon highlander as well 👏