The Accurascale Class 31 – 31418 in BR Blue is nothing short of outstanding. From the moment you lift it from the box, it’s clear that this model sets a new benchmark for quality, accuracy, and attention to detail.
Detailing is exceptional – every grill, louvre, and panel line is crisply rendered, and the separately fitted components give the locomotive a genuine depth and realism. The BR Blue paint application is flawless: rich, even, and authentically weather‑free, with perfectly printed numbers and markings that really make 31418 stand out.
Performance is equally impressive. Straight out of the box, the model runs incredibly smoothly and quietly. The motor is refined and responsive, with excellent slow‑speed control – ideal for shunting or depot scenes. Even in DC form, it has a weighty presence and fantastic haulage capability, easily managing long rakes without hesitation.
Accurascale’s build quality feels top-tier: solid, well‑assembled, and premium in every way. The lighting functions are beautifully implemented, realistic, and crisp, adding to the overall immersion.
As a representation of a classic Type 2, this model is a triumph. Whether you're a BR Blue era modeller or simply a fan of iconic British diesel traction, 31418 is an absolute must‑have. Accurascale continue to raise the bar for UK-outline models, and this release proves once again why they’re one of the most exciting manufacturers in the hobby today.
Highly recommended – a five‑star locomotive in every sense!

I've been wanting one of these for sometime, not yet hooked up to main layout.
But using it on a test line and being able to use all the functions of the locos I have definitely worth the money.

Looks good and sounds good. Excellent service and arrived well packed.

I never really liked previous manufacturers attempts at D5579 in its unique Golden Ochre livery and never bothered to acquire one. When Accurascale announced they were producing it, and already having a couple of the first release of their class 31, I snapped one up. It looks, runs and sounds amazing, the livery finish is first class - I can't stop admiring it.

Another great Accurascale model.
Livery, detail and sound all brilliant.
A big thumbs up.

Excellent performance with the best sound file I’ve heard up too know.

Great product
Good communication throughout the pre order, purchase and delivery process.

As usual the loco runs beautifully a little slower on analouge but that was expected. Detailling is amazing and this is my fifth loco
Well done Accurascale

What a superb product.
State of the art tooling resulting in a stunning looking model.
Fantastic packaging box nice and strong
Good no superb level of detail on the model.
Price reasonable not expensive as other manufacturers for the same type of loco. I’ve acquired a number of models from this manufacturer all are superb . Look forward to what their planning next class 40, hint, hint

Adds the finishing touch to a great loco. Superb colouring saves a lot of fiddly painting

If you want to get the best out of the wonderful 31 then this ist he decoder to get. Does it all

A super model depicting a period in time which I remember well. The sound is brilliant - close your eyes for a trip back in time! An excellent model in every way. 100% recommended.

Another absolutely spiffing model. The detail . The colour and the sound !!

Another outstanding model

As someone returning to railway modelling after decades, I'm amazed at the level of detail in this model, the perfectly applied livery, and the smoothness with which the model moves. A thoroughly recommended purchase.