Accurascale's FIRST Steam Loco - Sound Fitted Dinmore Manor Review!

Let's take a close up look at Accurascale's first steam locomotive!
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After announcing the GWR Manor back in February 2021, Accurascale have finally delivered their first 00 gauge steam locomotive and I couldn’t wait to get my hands on it!
Today I’m taking a look at Dinmore Manor, just one of many brand new Manors that Accurascale have recently released and I’m incredibly grateful to them for providing this model for today’s review video. It’s also a sound fitted model too so I can really put this loco through it’s paces and check out everything it has to offer.
With a mostly metal body, tons of detail and additional features such as firebox flicker and built in stay alive capacitors, on paper this new Manor from Accurascale looks like an incredible model. Will it live up to the incredibly high standards that Accurascale have set itself with the Deltic and Class 37? Or are steam locos just harder to get right?
Stay tuned to find out as I put the Manor to the test!
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Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:50 - Specs
01:56 - Close Up Look
07:14 - Initial Running Test
09:38 - Sound Functions
12:13 - Running Session
17:00 - Final Thoughts
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[@NewJunction]

Very nice video, you'll be pleased to know it's even better value at £169.99 for DC rather than £179.99 😅

[@callumdebruyn5620]

Hi I watch your channel as well

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Doh! How did I miss that... you can't get the staff these days 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@guyclark2975]

The updated Bachmann 9F has the matt finish on the smoke box

[@_girltype]

the matte finish on the smokebox feels like something everyone should be doing, it really sells the illusion of the paintwork - especially on the boiler - being much glossier than it actually is. looks absolutely beautiful running on the layout

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Definitely, it's one of those things that I've seen countless times on real locomotives but until now I've never thought about it on models. Just shows the attention to detail Accurascale have put into their locos and rolling stock! Thanks for watching 😃

[@Alex-cw3rz]

Totally agree, it ups the realism

[@SouthernRailSpotter]

Dinmore Manor was the engine that was used to record the sound for the decoder on the GWSR. The model looks absolutely stunning!

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Amazing! Makes it's even more authentic then 😁 Thanks for watching 👍

[@aberfordwest4003]

I have one of these in real life, and I find that the video shots don’t do the decoration justice, it’s definitely something to see in real life too! Great video as always 😃

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

I'd heartily agree with that! I'd always recommend someone try and have a look at one in real life (Accurascale usually have the samples at exhibitions) or at least check out multiple videos to see it in different situations before buying. Thanks for watching 😃

[@GWRJoe5043]

Fantastic video. Love the blood and custard rake with the early BR loco

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

I know, it's almost a prototypical rake as they're GWR coaches I got in a set years ago... along with the Accurascale Siphon sneaking in there too! Thanks for watching 😃

[@nigelcole1936]

Certainly a great looking locomotive, Accurascale really do a creative detailed job that will keep the rivet counters happy. Have to say that Pitley is really looking terrific, looks so realistic and so nicely detailed.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Absolutely, they're really pushing the boundaries of what's possible with all the little details that make up a superb model overall! Pitley is looking good isn't it, hopefully the first episode of the new series will be available to Members very, very soon! 🥳 Thanks for watching 🤩

[@pannier1366]

Amazing model! I'll be seeing Dinmore Manor in a few months at the South Devon Railway winter gala. If only I could afford one...

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Amazing! I think Accurascale have sold out of these now but I wouldn't be surprised if a second batch comes along next year. Thanks for watching 😃

[@callumdebruyn5620]

So glad you did a review on this loco I hope for your sake that it is yours to keep

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Either way I'm just super grateful to Accurascale that they support the channel in this way. Thanks for watching 😃

[@westhavengwr4613]

I have Bradley Manor and love it. A small bit of weathering, real coal etc are to come and it will look even better.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Amazing, that'll look really good! Hope the weathering goes well and thanks for watching 😃

[@gc7820]

And unlike the Dapol model it actually looks like the shape of a manor rather than the Matterhorn

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Although I haven't had any hands on experience with the Dapol Manor, I have to admit that did put me off it somewhat. To me the Accurascale model just looks more like a Manor. Thanks for watching 😃

[@theoutcastboi]

I've had the sound fitted Torquay Manor for a few months now, and it really is a stunning model - well worth what I paid for it. Unfortunately, I've not been able to run it much, since I've not got a layout at this moment in time - I have completed the plans for my next layout, however, so hope to get the boards made, trackwork laid and trains running by the end of the year. The modular model railway build Series should provide me some considerable assistance with that process.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Sounds like a great project for the run up to Christmas! Best of luck with your layout build - hopefully there should be a few new episodes in the series soon to provide some more inspiration! Thanks for watching 😃

[@BillCarrIpswich]

DM is my favourite loco at the GWSR. Its in lovely condition and the proportions of the class are perfect to my eye.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

It is a gorgeous loco isn't it! I have to admit I really like the black livery, it suits the class so well in my opinion. Thanks for watching 😃

[@RobA500]

Very good review, I have Torquay Manor in BR lined green they are excellent models. Good shout about the DCC sound fitted price being the same as some other DCC ready models, does go to show these high prices that others are putting out are not so justifiable after all.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

I don't think it's as simple as that. Take Hornby or Bachmann for example, they're much bigger companies with bigger overheads and huge ranges. Everything they do has to be a commercial success on a much larger scale. There's no denying that Accurascale are disrupting the market in a good way but I think there's more to it than just greed when it comes to the prices that others set. Thanks for watching 😃

[@NotSoSpookyGuy]

A nice loco for sure, bit of a shame about the pants motor but, as you say, their first steam loco so well done!

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Can't say I've noticed any issues with the motor, seems very smooth from my experience. Thanks for watching 👍

[@timsully8958]

That is a cracking looking model all round, and I agree 100% about the smoke box! If you are getting a higher end loco you want higher end detail and that is what this is blessed with. And as you say, for a fair bit less than other manufacturers with less on offer! 🤔 I shall refrain from getting one for now, but eventually…she’ll, it’s inevitable really! 😉 Cheers mate, have a great weekend 👍🍻🍀

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Definitely, it's amazing what Accurascale have managed to pull out for their very first steam loco. From what I've heard they plan on having these in the range for a long time so you should have no trouble picking one up at a later date. Thanks for watching 😃

[@NathanielKempson]

My one is coming on monday. FINALLY

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Awesome, glad to hear it! Thanks for watching 😃

[@adam_fordham]

Excellent review of the Manor, I think it looks great and sounds great and looked brilliant going around pitley, bit annoying about the front pony truck but it's a minor fault 😀

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

I'm not even sure I would consider it a fault, it's more like a design choice. At what point do we have to accept that, if we want the detail to be finer, the layouts have to match the standard to be capable of running them... that's a genuine question by the way and one that I don't have an answer to currently. Thanks for watching 😃

[@stephenbromley2302]

Mine arrived last Friday Draycott Manor runs great have had a similar issue with the front bogie lifting over one point which I still have to sort but overall very happy with it.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Good to know it's not just me having that issue - I suppose it's incentive for us all to sort out our track though! Thanks for watching 😃

[@michaelwhiles5282]

AS knocking it out of the park (again) but where is my Class 37 .....been years. Great post !

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

I think the Class 37 range is so huge that they've been arriving in batches throughout the year so hopefully it shouldn't be too much longer now. Thanks for watching 😃

[@paulcherrytrains3339]

Super video enjoyed watching. Sadly my Anthony Manor was returned because the tender pickups were not working correctly. Glad you are pleased with yours. Thanks for showing. Regards Paul.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Sorry to hear that Paul, did you contact Accurascale about it? Knowing their customer service, they're usually very good at sorting out things like this. Thanks for watching 😃

[@paulcherrytrains3339]

I returned it to the seller through ebay and got a full refund. The pickups were not touching the wheels. It's a shame really as it's a great looking model.

[@tagsdm]

Well, That Model Railway Guy, it looks like you have a real gem for your layout here! To me, it looks, runs and sounds every bit the real manor. Even the price seems reasonable, a bit of an issue with the 2MT. I see what you mean with the pony truck. At 14:12, it appears to be off the rails, too. Overall, though, an exquisite model. I wonder if anyone sells headboards in this scale. The superb virtual manor has them, Cambrian Coast, Torbay, Mayflower and so on, and they look fabulous. BTW, your layout is looking terrific! Wonderful backdrop.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

I believe Accurascale do provide headboards with some of the Manors - not this particular one so I guess it's only for certain periods? Check out Light Railway Stores though, they do all sorts of headboards and number/nameplates (including custom ones) for models in all scales. Thanks for watching

[@markderby22]

Great review and really enjoyed the running session showing just how good this layout is looking now. Can you remind me what the overall size is please?

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Thanks Mark, it's definitely changed a bit since the last series. All this will be covered in the upcoming episodes but it's now around 13ft x 5ft. Thanks for watching 😃

[@markderby22]

@@ThatModelRailwayGuy look forward to it! 8 x 5 is all I can accommodate for now so it’s Hattons Genesis coaches all the way!

[@LetsGo_41]

Nice review and nice video in General. Have you bought yourself a Siphon G coach? What do you think of it? The loco is a great model but I model Era 10 and 11 so it doesn't fit my railway. Accurascale, make wonderful locos in general so if people wanted to get a loco from them I don't think they will have any complaints.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

I actually did a review of the Siphon earlier this year: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bpaZc6GNh52ZfJI Dinmore Manor is preserved so perhaps a rule one rail tour could be arranged 😉 But I agree, Accurascale have definitely proved themselves to be capable of putting together great models. Thanks for watching 👍

[@41241ivatt]

The plates on the back of the tender usually say the capacity of the tank

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Yes I even mentioned that in the last review I did, no idea why it slipped my mind here 😅 Thanks for watching 👍

[@carolegale9670]

Have you tried F5 and F6 for Heavy and Light engine working, on my Dinmore Manor there doesn't seem to be much if any change in sound level or tone ?

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

I don't tend to notice a huge amount of difference with that function on most of my sound models to be honest. Though with the Manor it might be more obvious with a larger speaker, I'm not sure though. Thanks for watching 😃

[@NS1700fan]

Is there anyone with a sound fitted model that can tell me what functions F5, F6, F10, F12 and whatever there comes after F18 are? I unfortunately don't have a sheet with all the sound functions because I've bought an analog one first (the dcc sf one was already sold out), and putted a accurascale sounddecoder in later on. I can't find the sheet anywhere and luckily this great video helped a lot to find most of the things.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

I have them listed as follows: F5 - Heavy Mode F6 - Light Engine Mode F10 - Cylinder Cocks F12 - Uncouple Shuffle F19 - Flange Squeal F20 - Fade Out Sound Basically these are all sounds that only play while the loco is in motion in someway - hence why they weren't featured in the run down of functions. Those names are just what I have them listed as so they may not be the official terms. But you can always get in touch with Accurascale for an official list, their customer service is pretty good and I imagine it wouldn't be to hard to send over. Hope that helps and thanks for watching 😃

[@darknut9696]

do you plan on reviewing the Hornby Thomas and Percy reissue mold as industrial engines?

[@darknut9696]

its the Hornby R30039 (Thomas) and Hornby R30038 (Percy)

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Probably not, I'm guessing they're aimed more at the toy & train set market rather than those of us building exhibition layouts. For me, it's not worth buying them just to do a review video, especially since I already have much nicer industrial locos. Thanks for watching 👍

[@GROW_YT_VIEWS_]

wish it was longer :/

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

It's already over 20mins... not sure what I could have added that wouldn't be just stringing the video out to be honest 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@douglaswilson762]

😅hello I wonder if you can remind me of the flexible stone walling you have used in previous videos. I think you recommended one supplier but the quality had fallen off. Thanks Dougie Wilson.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Hi Dougie, I've actually designed my own which I get made up now but I'm looking at making it available for everyone if there's any interest. Stay tuned, there's a video coming soon where I talk more about this. Thanks for watching 😃

[@douglaswilson762]

Thanks for the reply and I will keep watching.

[@simplesimon2802]

Looks and sounds great, however my modelling plans include electrified rails and overhead wires.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Dinmore Manor is preserved... how about a rule one rail tour? 😉 Thanks for watching 👍

[@simplesimon2802]

@@ThatModelRailwayGuy Possibly, yes. If I did buy it for that I would want to fit a Seuthe smoke device so that I could have imitation smoke coming out the chimney. These trains tend to have two locos nowadays so I am also looking at a Judith Edge kit of a North Eastern Railway 1500v dc loco from the Shildon electrified line 1915 - 1935

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

@@simplesimon2802 Maybe check out TRS Trains, they've done amazing things with adding smoke/steam to locos that synchronises with the sound.