A Bargain Tank Engine | Hatton's Andrew Barclay 'Katie' | Unboxing & Review

[@StaxRail]

"Hattons barclay katie" Very 'to the point'!

[@SamsTrains]

haha - fixed it now! ;D

[@gwendolinewilson-dukes5145]

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[@emanuelrussell654]

Hey Sam you should try and reviewing LEGO train sets

[@Deuce_and_a_half]

I wish there were more if them, but either pay hundreds for the Emerald Night or whatever it was called, or get the Hogwarts Express. I quite like the Hogwarts Express, Lego got the overall look down quite well. But they need more traditional steam engines and stations.

[@Kertz_osterwald]

Lt. Robin I’ve buyed hogwarts but I kinda make a moc of it I extended the engine a little and the tender I totally remade it was more like a hall class with a WD austerity tender

[@Deuce_and_a_half]

@@Kertz_osterwald that sounds awesome mate! I would like to buy another set to have 2 coaches and also maybe build a different engine with the pieces of the second Hall. Or maybe extend the old one like you have. Also with a second set I could extend the platform/ station.

[@Kertz_osterwald]

Lt. Robin i kinda extended it my own was a little tricky to do cuz I wanted to stay it original as it was and I motorised it runs pretty good only the motor is in te tender so when running too fast the locomotive can derail

[@Deuce_and_a_half]

@@Kertz_osterwald Oh yeah, I heard you could modify the tender a bit and cram a motor in there. It must be a tight squeeze.

[@mot649]

sir, I got a Wix add, I'm now half-asleep. il come back and watch this when I'm awake again

[@SamsTrains]

haha sorry about that, lol! ;D

[@sturmtigerking4263]

Ooh a nice 040. I hope I can get my hands on one of these bundles. Although my layout is more modern image I still want one. Great video. Bit of a late one. I'm quite miffed now as most of the bundles are out of stock. Trust my luck. ;(

[@SamsTrains]

Hope you can too! There's a link down there now! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@fernsnyder7072]

I have an old Triang "Polly" that I fitted a SEVEN pole "Zenith" motor to (from the 1950's). I bought a Ronald Dodd remagnetizer to rezap the motor. It runs very smooth and I fitted outside cylinders and connecting rod from a Bachmann Percy to it. I added weight so now it's over 190 grammes. It's my first loco as I'm just getting into model railways, thanks mostly to watching your channel. Cheers.

[@Charmaster04]

Wow, that’s some dedication. The Bachmann Percy has very detailed side rods (or am I thinking the valve gear?), and it would be very interesting to see those parts retrofitted onto a less detailed, vintage industrial switcher.

[@robmasterman]

These really are superb models Sam, and a great example of what can be done. Congratulations to Hatton's once again for producing such a stunning model...Bob

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks very much Bob - yes indeed, hats off to Hatton's! ;D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

I really do need to get one (or two 😆) of these Barclay's! I've heard nothing but good things about them and the Hatton's P Class is one of my best locos. The only reason I haven't got the Barclay yet is because I can't decide which livery to go for! Another great review as always Sam! 👍

[@SamsTrains]

I can highly recommend it - the quality is just as good as the P class! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@leilacentral1883]

Big impact from such a small locomotive. What a great model and with the pack makes them such great value. Very sharp paintwork that's for sure. Considering how much some other manufactures are asking way to much for a small loco *cough heljan*, its models like this Barclay, that show you don't need to spend big dollars to get a good quality model. Great review, Clint

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks mate, yeah for sure - they did such a great job! And definitely - the price was just spot on!! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@70053morayfirth]

Beautiful engine - it was built in 1946 and is currently at the Churnet Valley Railway. These engines were popular in quarries because of their very short wheelbase. I am sure she would not have had vacuum brakes in her working days. They were often used over roughly laid track - but they were very powerful, like your model, for their size. The oversized buffers stopped the buffers interlocking with wagon buffers on very tight curves. A very nice review.

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks a lot for the info John - much appreciated! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@FlyingScott]

I own the CPC version with the wasp stripes, but man, either my controllers are too old and crusty to handle it or mine is just a bit picky because it stalls on - points; - track joints; - curves; - straight track; - going too slow; basically the only way I can make sure it never stalls is if I let it run at a billion miles an hour or if it stands still. And honestly I really want mine to work because it is such a good model. Guess I'll take one for the team and have a naff one so the other models can be as good as yours!

[@SamsTrains]

Hmm - I've only known mine to stall on points! Sounds like you could have a pickup problem - make sure they're all making good contact! You can carefully unscrew the base plate, remove it, and adjust the pickups that way so that they make a better connection with the wheel! Obviously make sure the wheels, track and pickups are super clean too! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@scottishrailwaymaniac9996]

I actually have all 12 of the Hatton's Barclays, took me 3 years to find them all but I managed in the end 😂

[@SamsTrains]

Wow!! That's crazy - what a collection!! :O Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@Keyswiz71]

These are fantastic little models, however you raise a good point about long term storage prior to sale. I received mine today (27/11/20) and found that it ran very poorly even after running in, so I opened it up and found that the lubricated parts were bone dry and strangely the wheels were actually pretty dirty. The dirty wheels may have just been my test/running loop so I can't say for certain that the loco arrived in that condition. However after a good clean with Isopropyl and some fresh lubrication, the loco now runs perfectly!

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks a lot for sharing Justyn, very sorry to hear that, well done for fixing it up though!! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@robertlucido3686]

My dad and I just put the sheeting on the benchwork for my layout, and I'm in the process of placing and shaping a foam base for it

[@SamsTrains]

Amazing Robert - good luck with it!! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@prendy1341]

Hey Sam, I'm thinking of what locomotive I should get for Christmas and it's either the Railroad Tornado or the Railways B12, what would you get?

[@reliantrailways]

B12 is better

[@SamsTrains]

B12 is 100x better in my opinion! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@jamesgilbart148]

Looks great - it might look even better with a bit of weathering. The trouble with fitting stay-alive or a dcc smart power pack to small locos like that is the lack of space. I did that to my Hornby Pug - it works much better but now the cab is crammed full of electronics!

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks James - you're right about the weathering, I'd love to see that! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@nascargas]

I really wish the internet had been available in the 1970s when I was running Athern and Bachmann American sets. Of course you wernt even born. I love your reviews even though I used to operate dc because dcc wasnt even an idea. My first upscale controller had a brake system on it. Pull back on the switch and the train would slow down. Quite convincing for 1979... Now I live vicariously through vloggers like you. Great review. And wow...great score!

[@SamsTrains]

Wow that sounds awesome - any idea if those are still available?! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@o-tuathail]

I just clicked coming off of another review of yours, amazing content! Keep it up!

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks so much - really glad you like it! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@Alexmsi4070]

Hello Sam I’m a big fan I’ve been watching you for 7 years and you’ve grew so much! You are my favorite KZbinr! And that’s a beautiful locomotive

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks so much Alex, that's really kind of you! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@lapiswake6583]

An awesome little loco. I need one, but not sure which. I've recently started volunteering at the Tanfield Railway, and yesterday I was working on their Barclay, an 0-6-0ST named Horden. Very mucky work, but very fun, and worth it to get a steam loco working again.

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks mate! That sounds awesome too - they're fun to work on then?! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@modelrailwaylegend8691]

Did you know bullmans war well wagon type thing has a die cast metal plate underneath it

[@SamsTrains]

Yeah it does have a metal weight! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@freebie65]

I found one of these today in blue in a charity shop for £5 along with a class 31 triang R357 for £15 in good condition. Probably the best little purchase I've had and they both one great

[@SamsTrains]

Are you sure it was a Hatton's and not a Hornby?! £5 would have been insane for this!! :O Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@kkobayashi1]

I'd bought one, such a nice looking model. Sadly mine had a problem with the mechanism (worm wasn't engaging the gear at all), and there seemed to be another problem that made it difficult to remove the body from the chassis (the suspension thing wasn't glued correctly). It's on its way back to Hattons, looking forward to getting a replacement.

[@SamsTrains]

Sorry to hear that mate - glad to hear you sent it back, hopefully the replacement will be better! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@ebobro2175]

I actually got one of these in the mail today, the "Coronation" loco specifically, and I have to say that it's really exquisite! Honestly, the performance is really good after it gets run-in. Sadly, the 3 link couplings don't work as the chain links are too small, but that doesn't detract from the model at all. Well done Hattons!

[@SamsTrains]

OOh very exciting - glad you're happy with it! They are awesome models, and yes the 3 links are very tiny!! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@theretrocrowe]

Why was this uploaded at Midnight? I guess I'll watch in the morning, I'm way too tired

[@the4tierbridge]

TheRetroCrowe, I’m guessing you’re 4 timezone’s ahead of me, because here it’s 8:00 P.M.

[@SamsTrains]

haha I just messed up the release time - sorry about that! ;D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@blackterminal]

Even Vampires like train sets. That's the answer

[@DaylightZS]

Hi Sam I have an update about my class 45 from mainline Turns out 50% of its insides were missing so I got the Bachmann version and it works perfectly so now my old model will be the dummy car and on showcase

[@SamsTrains]

Ahh thanks for the info - and great work finding a Bachmann version, those have FAR better mechanisms than the Mainline ones did anyway - think you did the right thing! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@TheAreotrain]

It's refreshing to see a beautiful model with a proper mechanism. Was thinking about that quick operation issue. Might be worth converting it to DCC control and seeing if you can do some adjustments to the speed table to flatten the acceleration curve and limit the top speed, or have a slower acceleration curve thru the speed steps.

[@SamsTrains]

I agree - it just shows that mechanisms *can* be good at a reasonable price - absolutely! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@ThomasZoey3000]

Okay, I'm convinced. I'm going to buy this bundle, especially for Katie. I love the look of her, and it'd nice to finally have a Barclay engine for my collection. Nice review Sam, and thanks for helping me decide what to buy next.

[@SamsTrains]

Great to hear that mate - links in the description now if you decide to buy one! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@CecilValeProductions]

Owned the bundle for a bit and it was a lovely bargin, hope they do another set of bundles as they still have some andrew barclays and hope to see a train pack with the p-class and the genesis secr pack.

[@SamsTrains]

Great to hear that! I'd love to see more bundles too! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@MrBnsftrain]

You mention a keep-alive system a few times, and Bachmann USA actually has them pre-fitted on most of their newest DCC WowSound models, including their newest Decapods and Sc44 Chargers. So it's not completely unheard of in ready to run model trains, but might not be as necessary on locomotives that have a bunch of wheels like the Decapod.

[@SamsTrains]

Yeah that's true, it all depends on whether they can work on DC though - most capacitors explode if the polarity is reversed ;) Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@selwynlawton7939]

Hey Sam, Excuse my ignorance but is this a coal power Loco? Just wondering about the coal re-load hopper storage? Great review and Loco..

[@selwynlawton7939]

@@stevelomas4119 Wow...Thanks for that info. most appreciated. Cheers Sel.

[@SamsTrains]

Yes they're coal powered - thanks for this Steve! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@mlp-hot-rod5824]

Katie brings back memories for me. She was on display at Brookside Garden Centre throughout my childhood. Can't wait to see her run again.

[@mightyalbert1470]

i remember here from them days! i always used to play on her as a child... too bad she had to go away during the refurbishment.

[@SamsTrains]

I've heard about this! It will be amazing to see her restored! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@rydermike33]

What a little stunner. Really love those massive buffers. Some of the big manufactures had better watch out with people like Hattons and Oxford coming up. Great model, many thanks Sam.

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks Mike, haha me too! You're right - trying to claim the cost of their models is due to inflation and increased production costs.... and then Hatton's and Oxford come along and produce *better* models for *less* money... time to rethink that one I reckon! ;D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@JonatanGronoset]

"Katie with the big buffers" *Oh my~* "My goodness those buffers are big" *_Oh my!_* That certainly could've been taken the wrong way. ;)

[@SamsTrains]

haha that's an in-joke at Hatton's! ;D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@StandardGoose]

The Fallen Madonna With The Big Buffers

[@garethw8884]

You got to love the Hattons Andrew barclays it's a lovely loco and I do wish I had both of mine still as Katie was my 1st one. Great video fella

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks a lot mate - really appreciate it! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@karlhemmings9558]

I bought one of these (imported to Norway) during running in the pin holding the piston crank on the rear left side fell out. Replaced. Two minutes later it fell out and the whole piston assembly disintegrated. I see from several of your videos build quality with Hornby and others seems to be an issue.

[@SamsTrains]

So sorry to hear that Karl, you should be entitled to a free return and replacement in that case - that's a real shame :( Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@theretrocrowe]

As a subscriber, it is my duty to remind Sam about this mistake during every video so he never forgets

[@lukeslocomotives]

Same lol

[@SamsTrains]

Oh god - please don't!! ;D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@stef.b.m.lk1902]

I've had my katie for a year and its so nice. Great video sam

[@SamsTrains]

Great to hear that - thank you!! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@thiruraj3866]

I think I'll get a the pack when I have a train set to use to run the loco and rolling stock cause currently I don't have model trains yet hopefully I can get one before the year ends

[@SamsTrains]

Awesome - hopefully you can get one some day! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@sirmugman]

oh yes that is lovely! yep def going to enjoy this would pick one up, maybe if i see one at a carboot for a few quid in poor shape or not in good but still there i'd pick up, hmm might be time for a running lil tank saddle engines sam?

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks mate, I'd recommend it! Yeah another session with saddle tanks would be brill! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@robertcooper3551]

I have an older model of the continental diesel train which I know you’ve reviewed but mine sparks when it starts i don’t know if it’s age or it was because it wasn’t used much

[@SamsTrains]

Ahh sorry to hear that - worth giving it a service maybe?! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@randomtransportguyx4397]

Can you do the newer class 158 from bachmann in emt

[@theretrocrowe]

Finally I'm not the only one suggesting this :)

[@SamsTrains]

I would love to - I'm looking out for one! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@louisbuscarino7330]

Sam I bought the warwel wagons with Hatton’s Barclay combo it is great thank you for your video on them it made up my mind to buy them

[@SamsTrains]

It's a pleasure Louis - thank you!! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@simaopintocorreia1104]

Sorry for my late view. I have found that one of my favorite train photo(that is from CP 9300 class "N.V.Allan&Co." narrow-gauge railcar from the 50's that is rusting off at Sernada do Vouga on the backyard of the Workshops) is the number 9304 that shold be scrapped in 1984 but... I think that someone have forgoten to do that....If you want the photo I can send it to you!

[@SamsTrains]

Very interesting - thanks for sharing, yeah sure I'd love to see that - yes please! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@triskellian]

Such a well made Barclay! I really like the livery on this Hatton's offering.I must ask,why do some manufacturers put coreless motors in their locos? I've had many versions of servos for the RC hobby including coreless.Cheers!

[@SamsTrains]

I agree - they did a great job! I don't really know - some coreless locos are fine, but they rarely beat the regular 5 polers in my opinion! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@lanejackson4374]

Hey do you have any tips on how to get started into model trains I am mainly interested in tender steam locos do you have any recommendations like one that costs somewhere around 100£ and below but I'm fine with tank engines too preferably in a set too but it doesn't matter.

[@dud_spud]

I recommend getting a starter set from Hornby or ect, you can also find tender engines for quite cheap on eBay and in model shops.

[@theretrocrowe]

Get a Hornby 0-4-0 Starter set - Cheap, Great Quality and will give you a lot of fun. Once you get used to using the 0-4-0, get a Railroad Tender Engine or two to expand your fleet

[@SamsTrains]

I do! I have a video on getting started with model trains! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@Tiptonian]

You mentioned the possibility of fitting a "stay alive" to a DC locomotive. Should you decide to do this, please make a video of what components are required and the procedure, as I did not know this was possible! The problem of the express points dead zone also applies to the Hornby curved points R8074/5. You could attach to the loco a small coal wagon with pick ups, as some industrial tank engines did, wired along the similar lines to the Ruston's match truck. A solution for you, Sam, as you do not strictly adhere to Hornby track geometry, is to replace the express points with Peco Streamlined long radius insulfrog code 100 points. Pecketts work on these (I don't have a Barclay - yet!) and it won't involve the wiring issues that electrofrog points will. Sorry to ramble, Sam. Great video!

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks Allan - I'm not sure if it is possible on DC - I've never done it! Yes you're right, the curved points would be the same! :( Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@Poliss95]

@@SamsTrains Don't think it is possible. From what I read the stay alive capacitors are polarised so would only work in one direction and blow in the other. You would need two capacitors together with diodes.

[@craigthelej]

Sam's growing faster in subs than most other youtubers. He should be able to hit 100k by the end of the year! Also quite an unusual video title sam!

[@SamsTrains]

That's very kind of you mate! This video went out too early - I hadn't set the title!! xD Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@craigthelej]

@@SamsTrains ahh okay

[@aw0781]

It’s crazy as I’ve been inside the cab of Katie as she used to be at a small railway in poynton she sat on a small length of track for years doing nothing you could walk up right next to her and go inside but since the miniature railway was renovated she was taken to another railway to be preserved

[@SamsTrains]

Wow! That's super cool - did they get this right then?! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@aw0781]

Sam'sTrains yes for what I can remember the model is very accurate to the real thing especially the cab witch is almost exact to the real thing

[@smokestream888]

Another great review Sam. A Barclay will definitely find its way to my layout very soon! I had one question for you though. What are some of your top tips for making an engine run as smooth as possible? So at a slow crawling pace the loco won't stutter and or stop. I've found that some of my brand new locos will stutter/stall at slow speed even after being run in for a few hours.

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks mate - very glad to hear that, they are wonderful! Really there's not much you can do - just make sure the wheels and track are thoroughly cleaned and the bearings are lightly lubricated! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@LIMowersAndMore]

Lets all give sam a round of applause with the best review voice and handling in the universe we live in and the beautiful locomotive he reviewed!

[@SamsTrains]

haha thanks so much - you're very kind!! :D

[@LIMowersAndMore]

Sam'sTrains anytime buddy!

[@vlogthatrain3152]

Having worked with Barclays, my opinion is that hattons have done a cracking job with this model. As someone who much prefers industrials to the big stuff. These are perfect for me!

[@SamsTrains]

That's really great to hear - thanks for sharing! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@TurnFullCircle]

hi Sam...love this little gem...Also..i heard you mention about accessories - 'crew' - do you ever plan to put some little chappies in the cab for a bit of fun?? ...cheers

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks Chris - I do have some crew for these somewhere, so maybe I will do! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@azrailfan2717]

Did you get a new camera? The video quality is very good. I also like these reviews. I am planning to buy UK locos and wagons in the future

[@SamsTrains]

I didn't - I've been using this for a few years now, maybe I'm just getting better at using it or something?! Amazing - really hope you enjoy them! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@nameless5413]

i find it strange that i know Caledonia is part of Scotland, solely thanks to identical twin brother musicians who did some acoustic songs in 80s onward. But hey at least this loco is not blue so i like it more thanks to that .) It is pretty little locomotive indeed, small but powerful is ideal package is it not?

[@SamsTrains]

Yeah definitely! Glad to hear you liked this one more! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@bentullett6068]

Realised I am watching this when I have already unboxed this loco myself. It's a lovely livery and very well detailed for the price.

[@SamsTrains]

haha fantastic - really glad you agree! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@homeofthehotwheellegends2876]

Hi again I just wanted to say that I still will watch your videos! 😁 I still love model trains!

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks so much! I do too! :D

[@richardswiderski4985]

Lovely engine Sam It used to be a static exhibit at a garden centre in east Manchester until last year then it moved to the Churnet Valley Railway in Staffordshire.

[@mightyalbert1470]

it was more like two years ago. she moved when the relief road was built

[@richardswiderski4985]

@@mightyalbert1470 cheers for that yes time flys by.

[@SamsTrains]

So I've heard - that's so cool!! Being restored now apparently?! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@mario_master1]

i want to get the GWR version but with them closing. i think i missed my chance

[@scot913]

Cool I have an affinity for those as a ncb one is up at the doon valley railway has given me many happy memories

[@SamsTrains]

Me too mate - such lovely machines! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@TofsrudCubing]

Hey Sam. How is the railway. Nice little tank engine, hope you get more model trains soon. Ryan :)

[@SamsTrains]

Thank you! All good here thanks mate - how are you?! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@SqueezeboxOfDelights]

Hey Sam, why don’t you check out Dapol’s new O gauge sentinels. Apparently they are only £130!

[@SamsTrains]

I've seen those - they do look stunning! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@jimross623]

Hi Sam, Score 8.80.... what score did you give the Caledonian Railway version? Which got the best score? I think both versions look good. Do stay-alive capacitors work in exactly the same way on DC as DCC, or would you need to order a different type for DC? I’ve only got DCC-fitted or DCC Sound-fitted models, some of which have stay-alive capacitors, which are very useful for getting over pointwork, but also to keep the engine sounds (steam or diesel or electric) going. I suppose it’s because you look so young, like policemen do every year(!), that it appears many people are surprised you are up after midnight! 😆 But when I was nowt but a lad I stayed up late too! Keep up the good work! Regards, Jim

[@jimross623]

The Caledonian Barclay was given 9.20 by you 2 years ago. The new one is down to 8.80. Your standards have changed!

[@SamsTrains]

Yes it got 9.2 - I've changed the criteria since then though, and yes my standards have changed too! I'm not sure about stayalive on DC - I've never heard of them working on DC, but could be wrong! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@natterjack478]

I cant help but wonder, but where do these locos without bunkers get fuel from?

[@MysticMindAnalysis]

This locomotive is 100% adorable! I kind of want one, though it would do a great disservice to have it on static display, since I don't have a line XD. Still, this is my ideal type of little loco, and I love it =D.

[@SamsTrains]

haha I agree - such a lovely loco isn't it?! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@peri_the_dot]

Very sad to see that Hattons is closing. I just ordered two of these from the last batch they're producing and am looking forward to their arrival!

[@scotsmanproductions8224]

Hey Sam do you know where I can’t find a OO be class 08 for under 150$

[@SamsTrains]

Sure! Check out the Bachmann version - the retailers are selling them for around £100, which is less than $150! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@rubybrown3905]

Hey Sam. Another great review. Can you do a piece on 'Stay Alive Capacitors' which sounds very interesting? Cheers

[@iceeblueburst03]

Nice review on Hatton’s Barclay 0-4-0 locomotive! The version that you have looks stunning in the bright red color along with the red wheels! And it when it comes to your rating system, this Hatton’s Barclay locomotive ticks all of the boxes when it comes to its detail and performance! Overall, I’d give this Barclay 0-4-0 locomotive by Hatton’s a “B+”! 😃👍

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks a lot mate for the comment - and very fair score, I agree! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@ジェニスタ]

Hi Sam, kind of an unrelated question, but do you know if the Hornby Select can run locos with Bachmann, Gaugemaster, or any other make of decoder, or does it only work with Hornby ones? -Taylor

[@SamsTrains]

Yes they can do - as long as it's a more modern Select with the updated firmware! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@horatioyen256]

20:03 what about a 7 pole :)

[@class28studios78]

Out of all the locomotives this one would have to be my favorite because well it's the design and the red Livery just goes very well together

[@SamsTrains]

Ahh good choice - yeah this one is a great all-rounder! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@liamcalder5063]

Hi Sam. It's great to see another 040 it is beautiful but I like the caledonian blue but dont get me wrong Katie is nice but I like the blue. Looking forward to the live stream. Thanks Liam

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks Liam, yeah I agree - still a lovely livery overall! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@nemesisprime4415]

You looked so happy at the start, I do like these locos but not this one cuz of the colour if it was a different livery then I would almost love it, thx sam, oskar

[@SamsTrains]

haha I was very excited - I knew what I was in for!! ;D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@zero-sama1182]

I have a question, Sam. Do you have any 2-4-0s in your collection? If you do, could you do a running session with them?

[@SamsTrains]

I don't sadly - wish I did though! :O Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@twonkfieldrailways4110]

there were three main differences between Andrew Barclays 0-4-0s. these were classified by cylinder diameter, 16inch, 14 inch and 10 inch. I work on a 10 inch at railway I volunteer on but we had a 14 inch no 705 before I was a volunteer which hattons model in br and gwr green. sadly Hatton don't model the 10 inch but they do have do both 14 and 16 inch, Katie being a 16inch and the Caledonian one being 14 inch in think its great they make so many varietys I just wish they make some new livery now. any way great vid

[@SamsTrains]

Many thanks for this - I really enjoy reading about these! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@GForceRush777]

I love that bright red color

[@SamsTrains]

Me too!! :D

[@colinwykes1833]

Hey Sam, the Andrew Barclay locomotives are on a par with the Peckett but the Peckett still steals it. Here goes spotting the odd one out, 1st Molly the Sentinel. 2nd the LMS 11244 Pug. 3rd LSWR 709 Tank. 4th is Caen. and the odd one out is the J70 maybe :) :) :) Does that earn me a second gold star perhaps. I can't join the live stream on Sunday do not finish work till 3.45 :(

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks Colin - yes I agree the Peckett still steals it overall, but the AB wins on mechanism because of the 5 pole motor. Very well spotted - that's correct! Many thanks for your kind contribution to the stream already - I've just seen that. Thank you my friend! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@merlinandmurdoch7837]

I thought it said “happy birthday Katie”

[@SamsTrains]

haha!! ;D

[@williambabcoke248]

I have an interesting video idea for you. TMRC has Bachmann 9fs for 135 pounds. You've never reviewed one of those before, and that seems like a pretty reasonable price given how expensive those Caledonian 812s and LNWR 2-4-0s are going to be.

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks William - just been and ordered one - many thanks for the tip! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@JDsHouseofHobbies]

Just ordered a GWR green version as my first British prototype. Should be fun!!!

[@SamsTrains]

Ooh amazing - hope you enjoy it!! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@davidarnold2173]

Hi Sam! I wonder what type of load those converted warwells could carry_ Oxford traction engines or steamrollers perhaps! A great consist for a great little saddle tank I’d wager _Dave

[@SamsTrains]

Yeah that'd be my guess - anything really! ;D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@covertjunction3122]

I do like them, but I've got a few loco's were points are an issue now.. don't need any more. The only motors I know that are better than the 5 pole's are the LGB 7 pole motors ( G - gauge) but in oo gauge, they are excellent. Great review 👍

[@SamsTrains]

haha that's fair enough - tiny locos probably not for you then! Ahh that's interesting - never come across a 7 poler before! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@theretrocrowe]

I probably shouldn't be staying up a midnight watching this...

[@SamsTrains]

haha you're very kind! ;D

[@GaryNumeroUno]

Especially when you are thinking about Katie's huge buffers!

[@zttrains5009]

Hi Sam I love that loco it is great! I just wanted to see if you could maybe look into doing a review the new busy bee James from Bachmann Thomas range. I loved your Thomas Videos and I love watching your channel.

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks mate! Great idea - that would be fun to try! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@federico339]

So happy I finally managed to spot the odd engine: 20:41 the J70 is a 0-6-0 right?

[@SamsTrains]

You're right - well spotted! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@federico339]

@@SamsTrains Thank YOU for making these videos

[@ThomasEgerton]

Katie is preserved at Cheddleton on the Churnet Valley Railway who are overhauling it and using it as a station pilot at Cheddleton.

[@SamsTrains]

Many thanks for the info Tom - that's great to hear! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@gregmacdonald927]

Could you do a feature on stay-alive tech? Think that would be a very useful review to watch. Thanks so much for these reviews. I can almost hear the poor cordless motors weep in the corner....!

[@SamsTrains]

Great idea Greg - yes that would be interesting to try! haha me too - they deserve to! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@PHsRailwayVideos]

Er... why at this time? A bit... midnighty? Lovely loco, wish I could afford one, but I'm saving up for more SM32 stock.

[@SamsTrains]

haha I just messed up the release time - sorry about that! ;D

[@alexanderstuff5100]

Bit of a funny time to upload At midnight Why am I still awake

[@theretrocrowe]

Me: Scrolling through Reddit at midnight Sam: Uploads Me, damn well knowing I'm about to pull another all-nighter: *y e s*

[@battleshipfan3435]

Yall unlucky,for me it posted at the time I woke up

[@SamsTrains]

haha I just messed up the release time - sorry about that! ;D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@adamcat1882]

Hello Sam another great video like always I just like to ask you for your opinion on something I'm getting my first hornby train set and then after that I can get one locomotive and my choices are a terrier , Adams radial or a m7 dcc if you can give me your opinion on which one I should get

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks a lot Adam! Ooh that's very tricky - I think I'd recommend the Terrier - though they're all very good! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@KLa35]

Sam, it's 12:00 AM! Or are you not in the UK? Oh, the title isn't even finished. And for people of the future, the title is: Hattons barclay katie.

[@KLa35]

Heh, you must of went to bed straight after uploading this, cuz you're kinda quick when it comes to replying to comments.

[@SamsTrains]

haha I just messed up the release time - sorry about that! ;D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@clapz9068]

You’ve got to love hattons locos . Steam and all ! Great video Sam

[@SamsTrains]

Absolutely - such an impressive model! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@Zebrails]

I will take 13 of them! Sam, did you know that putting two of those loco's together has the same traction as three? I suggest you do a test as such. Colourful and mighty! Cheers! John BC, Canada

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks Zeb! I didn't know that - sounds like a good test!! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@mitchell5259]

Hey Sam! Do you think I should buy the set with the warwells for $170 or just the locomotive for $114 and have the $55 to save for another locomotive?

[@SamsTrains]

It's up to you mate - great value either way - the warwells are excellent, but there are plenty of other wagons and engines out there too! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@Gary-cvr23]

This exact loco is at the churnet valley railway in Staffordshire and its in a sorry state

[@fangliu2763]

When are you going to review an Australian model?

[@SamsTrains]

I don't know about that - I don't own any as of yet! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@brandongaines1731]

I know that Britain is rarely actually rainy, but on a nice, rainy day, with a temperature of about 45-50 degrees Fahrenheit, I think that I'd kind of enjoy a ride in an open-cab steam loco, what with the firebox being right there and all; a ride, but not necessarily working - if I were the engineer or the fireman, then I would definitely prefer a closed cab on a rainy day. Of course, an open cab would be preferable on a sunny day, whether working or riding-along. I know that the folks at Rapido have had trouble with their packaging, protection-wise - maybe they could learn a thing or two from these Hatton's boxes. Never be afraid to explain a joke - there will always be someone who doesn't get it! RIP Hatton's Model Trains 1946-2024

[@agriben7591]

I think they do these tank engines if a veriroty of livery’s I’m going to order one I just don’t know when Sam lol I’ve got loads of stuff I need to buy for my layout but don’t have enough money lol Thx Ben :)

[@SamsTrains]

They certainly do - 12 in all I think! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@morganstjames6712]

Hello Sam what kind of hexnut spinner do you use can you tell me. On a side note for the live stream can you do a BR blue B12 with lner coach cars. God bless 🚂

[@SamsTrains]

For locos, you want a 2.5mm one! And great idea - if you want to send a superchat of £5 for it, I can do it! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@lukeslocomotives]

So are you uploading this now do we still get another video this afternoon

[@SamsTrains]

Nope - this is the one! ;D