55011 I Royal Northumberland Fusiliers

I am very impressed with the new Accurascale Deltic 55011 from the realistic shape, level of detail and through to the performance.

The locomotive is fitted with an abundance of factory fitted fine detail parts along with many to be fitted by the modeller if desired.

Care has to be taken when handling the locomotive as there are so many fine detail parts that can be dislodged accidentally. That is the price of this level of detail.

The cabs and engine rooms are nicely detailed and representations of two Napier engines are in place along with associated electrical cubicles.

The locomotive performed faultlessly from the box and is as smooth a runner as I've ever come across. Silent in operation and flawless on both DC and DCC.

This is a breakthrough in model railways and this locomotive joins another two in my fleet. I can say hand on heart that I will be purchasing future releases from Accurascale confident that I will be getting a superb model at a reasonable price.

All in all an easy 10/10

Absouloutly amazing locomotive runs perfectly and looks amazing. By far outstrips any of my other Deltics, and on top of that great tribute for my grandad with his old regiment being the name.

Having had a Deltic for 40years, I thought it might be time to invest in another (or two)! What can I say, the 40 year wait has been worth it. So happy.
The sound quality and stay alive are just brilliant.

waited quite a while to order my class 55 Northumberland fusilier always out of stock, finally got it!! worth the wait, lovely detail all the bells and whistles.
I will be ordering another class 55.
Thankyou accurascale for a fine Model.

Accurascale have really set the bar high with this one! I was astonished by the level of detail but it was arguably the packaging and everything that came with the model that left such a good impression. The etched nameplates, the retro-look booklet about the Class 55s, the separate headcode decals as well as a thorough explanation of each headcode (very useful for a naive modeller like me!), and the general box design...all very impressive and a solid impact.

In terms of the model, it runs very smoothly although I noticed a clicking sound when the loco is straightening out after a long curve; I'm yet to check closer for probable causes. This model came with fixed lights making the headcodes redundant, however the thought is what counts and in fact I will be repurposing those, so their inclusion is only a good thing. I was slightly disappointed to see the radiator fans do not move when in-motion, but this is not detrimental to my overall enjoyment or the running.

The value for money is extraordinary, far better than competitor offers, and I will be strongly recommending to others. The customer service was friendly and helpful, and I have already pre-ordered for one of the Class 37s. Keep up the good work, Accurascale!

Great looking model, runs well looking forward to the future releases

Absolutely brilliant model. Out the box in one price straight onto the layout and was really impressed with the detail and the sound. Looking forward to the Caledonian coaches even more now. Well done accurascale.

In this review i am solely basing it on a cost verses the received product i.e. value for money . The cost was £160 for this DCC Ready model . In the current climate and comparing against other models in same price range on first looks it is evenly matched with other manufactures except Hornby where it is considerably cheaper. The spec however of the Accurascale deltic is a lot higher in most instances than the others in same price bracket and one major pointer is that each deltic is more or less a one off but, where possible using identical parts. Even by doing this it adds to the tooling costs and is something Bachmann is doing with their 47's and 37's albeit at around £50 more than this deltic and £40 for the 37!. Yes, there are niggles with some of the deltic loosing or missing parts and the chains are a pain BUT for £160 i can live with that .
What i am trying to conclude is £ for £ this for the money paid is an exceptional loco in the current climate. If it was £210 then this would still be a great model but, for me the minor issues would now be issues for potentially returning the model, where as now it is not and is therefore for the money paid an excellent model. Just need the spares now!
Hope this makes sense , if so can someone explain it to me as i haven't got a clue what i am on about!

I can't really add anything more to the positive reviews other than to agree and say that this is a heavy, smooth and quiet loco. Simply running on a rolling road it exudes class worthy of the real thing!

The title says it all!
Runs faultlessly, sounds fantastic.
Very happy with my purchase.
Bring on the Manor, Class 37 and 31!

Love this version of the Deltic, but due to the depth of detail was disappointed that the first time the model was put back into its box two of the four small ladders at the front corners snapped off.
If you’re going to provide this level of detail and have small parts that can easily break off, then please change your packaging accordingly.

It’s a superb model. I had been pleased with the Bachmann one but this one seems to have all the complex shapes correct and the detail (e.g. grills and wipers) would be difficult to improve.
I can’t speak too highly of the sound. I spent the late 60s and early 70s going up and down the ECML to Newcastle and the sounds are exactly as I remember them – especially the resonance of the exhaust silencers.
Two very minor criticisms:
1. There were six (out of 24) loose brake blocks and hangers. Close inspection suggest that they had never been glued. Luckily, easy to fix.
2. One loose bogie chain, which I didn’t spot until it had activated the cut-out on my DCC system six times (shorting on turnouts). Not easy to fix, as the arm on the body is broken and the remaining area is too small to take adhesive properly. I’ve glued the chain to the bogie as a temporary solution but might try to drill a very insert a fine wire under the remains of the arm when I have time.
Best regards
Peter Filcek

Not sure it could be any better - from the packaging to the appearance to the running to the sound.

Excellent looking loco and seems to run well on the limited use it has had so far. Packaging good but some detail parts were loose in the box on first opening it. Sound file is good but maybe not the best I have heard. Overall an excellent loco with class leading detail at a more sensible price point than is offered by the competition. I will have no hesitation buying further Accurascale products.

Have been looking forward to getting this and it doesn’t disappoint.

When the box arrived I thought that there were several trains inside it was so big, once the packaging was removed I was really impressed with the Presentation Box and how the loco was packaged inside I compared it to opening an Apple box always impressed. Once the loco was removed from the box I was equally impressed by the weight and detail. There were a couple of small parts that had come adrift but soon refitted. I did buy the Drivers to fit in the cab but unfortunately they will be staying in the package as there is no way i'm taking the body off. I have found that you have to be so careful with the loco I have already had a chain come loose! Once on the track and DCC address changed the excitement bubbling I wasn't disappointed the sound is very realistic and so true to life if you closed your eyes you could imagine that your standing next to a real Deltic, Impressive. The sound functions and light functions all work brilliantly I like the announcement options just that added bit of realism. The lights in the engine rooms, cab, instruments are really good and they show off the detail. I'm looking forward to running in the dark now to see what it looks like. Apart from a few of the bits falling off (so much detail) I have no other complaints. A truly remarkable model locomotive my favourite Diesel of all time as well. I look forward to making more purchases in the future.

Superbly detailed model really excellent my only concern is maybe a bit too fragile in some respects

Well what can i say just getting the box out the packaging i was like wow the presentation of the box it was in was impressive once opened the model is absolutely fantastic so much detail, loads of information about the model and all packaged really well, the model ran really smooth when tested and I’m so delighted with it well recommended for the serous modeller.

Amazing model, runs so smoothly straight from the box.
The detail is superb, although I have found the 2 times I have carefully removed the model from the box that some small piece of detail manages to come off.
Apart from that i have nothing bad to say about the model. Well done Accurascale!

Recently received and excellent straight from the box. I must learn to drive as with the capacitor it doesn’t stop straight away….no accident yet but something to remember. The sounds are all excellent and specially like the station announcements. Haven’t tested its hauling capacity yet but I’m sure there will be no problems with any of my stock. Looking forward to my class 37 now.

A lovely looking loco - just one part loose in the box (havent figured out what it is yet) and a tiny chip off the yellow paint at one end were the only visible negatives for me. Loco performed and sounded great from the box. A really heavy loco with plenty of pulling power. Stunning detail - way beyond anything produced by the other famous and infamous manufacturers. Refreshingly this loco is worth every penny - a rarity these days. Another few comments about the sound function. Nice volume level and very clear sounds - no vibration issues with mine. I do however feel a bit disappointed that the 'drive hold' , 'coupler clank' and 'handbrake functions did not work until a dcc savvy relative did some cv twiddling. Those of us of sufficient years to remember the deltics in full mainline service are not necessarily most enamoured with the dark arts of loksound programming. The sound functions deserved much better coverage in the instructions than just a function list. Gripe over - now that it is working properly it really does sound fantastic

Excellent model, one of six sound fitted Deltics purchased, one had two small nose end steps missing which were supplied promptly by Accurascale and a very easy, two minute, fix. Would certainly recommend and buy more.

Outstanding model well worth the wait for. Hoping for further models to be produced

This model is pushing the limits of what is possible in a mass-produced model. Sure there are a few minor issues but, at the price, it’s simply stunning.

I've only rolling road tested run my model of 55 011, but it's a smooth, quiet runner. The details were all attached on receipt, nothing loose at all. Well done, and I look forward to my next Accurascale purchase :)