I Bought a Bachmann Train Set - And Kinda Like It...

[@kenhanks9620]

The Santa Fe used the red and silver war bonnet scheme for their passenger service locomotives while the yellow and blue was for freight units. The main difference between pass and freight was in gearing with the passenger being set up for higher max speed (hence some reduction in pulling power). There were also some differences such as many pass units having steam generators for car heating and so had increased water capacity for use for the generator. As passenger trains increasingly discontinued leading up to Amtrak many Santa Fe (and other lines) began using many pass units in freight service with the paint schemes intermingled. Eventually many pass units repainted, regeared for freight, steam generators removed etc.

[@SMTMainline]

Thanks for sharing this, I was not aware of that.

[@animalyze7120]

The difference was the freights were not equipped with the steam generators in the rear and that's the easiest way to determine which was which, however many carriers used the non steam version for short and/or short day trips. There was no differences gearing or otherwise, the E-units were specifically designed for Passenger service and had different engines and gearing, the F-Series were only designed for freight and eventually tooled to allow comfortable passenger service capability allowing for dual purpose road units, mostly just the addition of said Steam generators for heat. The warbonnet paint scheme was for the higher end Passenger service like The Chief designations and a few others.

[@kennethhanks6712]

@animalyze7120 You really need to do further research on this. Basically EMD offered many gear ratios although certain models only offer a limited number of choices. 65:12-50mph switchers 62:15-65mph freight 61:16-71mph freight 60:17-77mph freight 59:18-83mph dual service 58:19-89mph dual service 56:21-102mph pass 55:22-110mph pass Obviously customers had several choices depending on whether their Fs or Es ran in mostly flat or hilly terrain, etc. It was later when passenger service in decline many former F and E Units in pass service re-geared for freight which was relatively simple primarily achieved when traction motor units exchanged/relaced. Erie was a notable example when they had passenger Es re-geared and used in freight TOFC service.

[@Don_ECHOguy]

Nice to see Bachmann has changed up the chassis and power supply's... the earlier pancakes and plastic chassis were just that CHEAP, but they served there purpose for the time period and chances were little Brother 5 years old were actually playing with them and were susceptible to a lot of abuse. I think you done ok with that set... thx for uploading.

[@FierroDuroRails]

I walked into my local hobby shop and was happy to find a used almost new CP Atlas Trainman HO train set for 140$$ I bought it right away for my son. I was very happy to find out the gp38 takes a 8 pin decoder and it runs great.

[@SMTMainline]

Sounds like a good deal and a good set to start off with.

[@magnuswettermark8293]

Atlas is always good. The best in my humble opinion👍🙂

[@antonbruce1241]

There isn't a darn thing wrong with Atlas. You got a deal there.

[@davidstrainsandlego]

I see bachman starter sets everywhere and they are always kind of enticing

[@SMTMainline]

Probably the most common brand on the market.

[@sirtrailproductions8198]

That’s a nice starter set! I honestly feel like this is one of the good starter sets that Bachmann has!!

[@SMTMainline]

I would likely choose this over their larger sets and add some stuff with the money saved.

[@amcaljosh]

I wake up, i get a notification. Its SMT, best way to wake up to a Friday.

[@ScottTice1971]

Yep same

[@AlexWeiss94]

Couldn’t agree more!

[@SMTMainline]

Haha, thanks!

[@yambo59]

Wow, im old (63) and seeing how much a company like Bachmann is charging for these very basic starter sets is unbelievable - when I was this age a set like this was bottom of the barrel and cost like $15 - $20 tops - This reminds me very much of my first set in the early sixties with the same engine colors but mine was from Tyco - more toy grade than hobby grade, though the one big difference is in the engine is this ones all wheel drive instead of single truck drive and its got some extra metal for weight, the earliest sets had neither.

[@Wilhelm-Von-Hohenzollern]

I like how he's not just hating on it cuz it's not a different company, good on him. Don't see that too much.

[@kroy1037]

The November 2020 issue of Railroad Model Craftsman included an article in the "Diverging Points" section written by Jason Shron, the founder of the Rapido train line . Titled "What About Train Sets," his conclusion hits the nail on the head: "it is impossible to make a quality model train set at a mass-market price." That said, paying a bit more can still secure a product with greater dependability, flexibility and expandability than what Bachmann generally provides.

[@BNSF4749Railfan]

I just got a bachmann HO scale layout which is actually a vintage layout and I'm so excited I dont even want to go to bed and instead play with it!

[@antonbruce1241]

Yes, Bachman makes the cheapest products. The problem is: Bachman makes cheap products.

[@SMTMainline]

It's all about the value to cost. In my books they ether should pull down the price or bump up the quality.

[@ShenandoahRailfan]

lmao

[@antonbruce1241]

@@SMTMainline But the quality isn't good, so no matter WHAT the price - it's still cheap. But if they dropped the price, Bachman might...and I say MIGHT - be worth a look.

[@michaelcerza871]

Anton, you do realize that Bachmann does make higher quality Spectrum models that are well detailed and constructed. Starter sets are sold with various levels of quality at Bachmann, with DCC and other advanced features. Obviously they are more expensive than the set reviewed above.

[@antonbruce1241]

@@michaelcerza871 Yes, I realize that. But, we were talking about starter sets, and Bachmann's starter sets are cheap quality. And I DO know about Spectrum - I have a couple myself. The Spectrum series are better quality and better runners.

[@metrolinxfan3005]

It’s now that I’m noticing that Bachmann has changed the texture for the EZ-TRACK

[@SMTMainline]

They have made a lot of changes throughout the years.

its not code 83 but for track you can weather with a can of camo brown, it cant be beat at its normal price

[@crsrdash-840b5]

The F9A you have is in the Blue Bonnet paint scheme, which is the alternate version of their famous Red Bonnet scheme. There is another blue with yellow strip scheme known as the freight scheme. The F9A in this set appears to be the Bachmann Plus updated version, oops its not. It's there standard low end version. The freight cars are all standard, under NMRA standards cars. The red and yellow caboose looks cool.

[@ErickC]

This F9A does not carry the bluebonnet scheme, it's using the blue and yellow warbonnet which was applied to freight diesels in the 1960s and 1970s (which should itself not be confused with the yellowbonnet scheme applied to the Amtrak F7 lease pool), which is correct for an F9 later in its life (that is, before being rebuilt into a CF7). The bluebonnet scheme was applied to seven F7A units and a smattering of B units - supposedly meant for dual service in the Amtrak era - and was the basic stainless steel, black, yellow, and red warbonnet scheme, but with blue paint applied where the red paint would have gone. Bluebonnets and yellowbonnets can be seen here: old.atsfrr.org/resources/funits/Santa%20Fe%20Railway%20Historical%20&%20Modeling%20Society%20-%20The%20F-Unit%20Pages.htm The blue and yellow warbonnet on an F9 can be seen here: www.rrpicturearchives.net/showPicture.aspx?id=3318566

[@colbeausabre8842]

@@ErickC You can tell it's a 1750 hp F9 since it has louvers ahead of the forward port hole. ATSF had 18 A and 18 B units, operated in freight service, primarily in Texas. By this time the hood unit was dominating the new loco market and only 101 A and 156 B units were built in the US and Canada. F unit construction would cease with the New Haven's unique Diesel-Electric-Electric F9/FL18's of which only 60 were built. The KIng is dead, Long live the King!

[@ErickC]

@@colbeausabre8842 : I think you might want to read my comment more carefully - it's about the fact that the F9 did not carry the bluebonnet scheme, rather, they were painted in the distinctly different 1960s blue and yellow warbonnet scheme. The bluebonnet was exclusive to certain 325-class F7s.

[@colbeausabre8842]

@@ErickC Nah, I read it right the first time. You need to read my post more carefully

[@michaelramsey82]

I work at a hobby shop, and we sell quite a few of these Bachmann sets. They're definitely beginner-oriented, but they're far better than they used to be, and I don't feel bad recommending them to people anymore. For people who aren't serious modelers and just want a fun train set, Bachmann's quality is adequate at this point.

[@tommurphy4307]

i'm glad you didn't say 'kid'- because a kid would never know what an F7 was.

[@LaneMphoto09]

@@tommurphy4307 *coughs in kid

[@bryceblazegamingyt9741]

@@tommurphy4307 me at 14 👀

[@animalyze7120]

These are not worth 175$ and up. Total ripoff for what you receive and that's the only reason I would never recommend these sets. The quality has gotten better but they still load it up with junk track and plastic wheels, the only real thing in there is the newer designed Engines that have just a tad more power and reliability. These sets will lose more future hobbyists than they will retain. Hobby stores I remember would put together their own sets to make certain down the line the customers enjoy their purchases. They didn't have fancy packaging but so what. $75 maybe $90 and this puts it in a better range and allows more people to afford the start. Trains should never be this ridonkulous in pricing.

[@chessieandjack]

I just got the Thoroughbred set for my nephew's kids. Cost $126. Basically it's the same thing but with two straight pieces so it is a small oval. They wore out the old General set in one day (stripped the driveshaft) so I got this because the F unit is easier to handle and more durable. They can use the track from the General set and make a bigger layout. I test ran it and it worked fine. I always thought that having all the finish in flat paint was not quite realistic as all new units are glossy until they age. My biggest problem with EZ track is the connector tabs broke off from time to time. Great job with your videos!

[@davidztog9011]

Nice unboxing and review of the Bachmann War Chief, Harrison. It is a fine starter set for anyone getting into the hobby. Just put a 🎄 in the middle and you're set for Christmas. Did you test slow speed on your layout? That might make a difference due to track type and controller. Thanks for sharing. 👍👍👍

[@SMTMainline]

Thanks David. I should have done another low speed test on the layout but I didn't think to.

[@josephscarfo5972]

I Said the Same thing about putting Around the Christmas tree 🎄 that's so Funny that you mentioned it!!!! Lol

[@betsymani2734]

This was the first video I watched from you. This video is what got me into model railroading. Thank you

[@timkraft4583]

You did a good job explaining. Thanks for digging into the engine and showing what you really get for the money.

[@rj29productions]

I got a train set 10 years ago with the same engine, the inside looks and sounds identical to mine so I doubt they have changed the drive system for a while

[@SMTMainline]

It's possible I got old stock, I'm curious if they have made any changes.

[@FreeManFreeThought]

@@SMTMainline Bachmann's basic F-Unit hasn't changed in nearly 50 years, I have one I bought in 2010 new (exact same set, but in Canadian National Noodle paint), and one I got from a friend that was from the 1970's; some differences, but fundamentally a fairly similar machine. They may be cheap, but they are good reliable runners that can clean up nice if you put some work into them :)

[@MattKonsol]

Dang man i cant believe you got another bachmann set for your collection!

[@SMTMainline]

Yeah!

[@RailBrothersProductions]

9:27 I learned that the hard way with my Bachmann controller🔥🔥😬

[@RailBrothersProductions]

@RandomDDA40X yes

[@joshhenry9542]

We picked up a Hornby coca-cola train set new for under 100us. It’s Little diesel switcher is well built and runs really good. Basic style track but it would be a good comparison to the bachmann set. I have had decent luck with most of Bachmanns newer stuff. Can’t beat the value for dollars. Good video

[@yankeesandy2545]

You got a starter set wow good job hope it gives u a lot of good memories

[@funker419]

My dad bought my first set in 1969 when I was 5, I think it was more for him. It’s amazing how things have changed since then. There has always been starter sets but I can’t get use to this EZ track. It makes my skin crawl when I see layouts using it. I remember Dad would take me over one of this friend’s garage, the whole layout was hand laid even the turnouts. He would start with the ties and then on to the rails and it was all perfect. I’ve alway used flex track first in code 100, now I only use code 83. I know everyone has different skills and not everyone is trying to achieve the same results. Yes,the EZ track is prefect for the beginner especially if the layout is not permanent.

[@SMTMainline]

I completely agree. It's fine short term but in the long run nothing beats nailed down track.

[@jameskerner7782]

I'm glad to see that you are doing videos again. I haven't seen you in awhile.

[@christopherdelgaudio9484]

Nice little video I enjoyed it keep em coming alotta fun

[@josephtucker7181]

If bachmann coverted the sets to dcc ready or dcc sound I believe they would be better sellers. I would love overland limited with dcc ready or the norfolk southern thoroughbred set with dcc ready or sound.

[@thehernandezmediacorporation]

If I'm not mistaken, Bachmann released a similar HO set called the Challenger with the exact same freight cars, but instead of a Santa Fe F9 and caboose, it was Union Pacific.

[@ZakWolf]

The modern Bachmann sets like those, their locomotives have really increased in quality. Not Athearn or Atlas or Walthers Proto quality, mind you, but more like the Walthers Trainline locomotives, with all-wheel can motor drive, body-mount knuckle couplers (with coil springs, too!), even LED lightning. Even the shells on some of them are detailed pretty well, like the GP40s even having wipers molded onto the front windows.

[@SMTMainline]

They've come a long way from the 80s but still seem to be a mixed bag in terms of quality control.

[@ryans413]

Here’s a tip with those tracks place them on the ground and push them together don’t try to connect them in up in the air that’s when you get it misaligned and damage the tracks

[@stefanegger]

I like that you always tinker around SCREW THE WARRANTY hahaha

[@antonbruce1241]

Well, at least Bachman is now body-mounting the couplers on the rolling stock.

[@Michael-fi3uu]

My whole lay out it a Bachman starter lol

[@2048Megabytes.]

Mine is not even a layout

[@kanawharailfan5793]

@RandomDDA40X I don't even have any track down on mine. I'm building senery

[@jadenthereadingtrainaddict8140]

Almost had that set but I got scout special and thoroughbred.

[@markvittorini5163]

Got the Scout Special and the Circus Train sets!

[@ontariorail1251]

About to sell my thoroughbred. Really sad about it since it was my first ever model train item but a I don’t have a use for it anymore 😕

[@thunderbird1921]

Thoroughbred and Thunderbolt were my childhood. I still have them both, they run remarkably well.

[@readingrailroadfan7683]

Meteor and comet for me

[@medwaymodelrailway7129]

Great video. Beautiful layouts. A joy to watch on this morning. Thanks.

[@SMTMainline]

Thank you!

[@bendover9411]

I've been running bachmann locomotives (later models) for years, and they're all still running great!!!

[@phelpstonrailfan4282]

I still have my first Bachmann set that I got 10 years ago and still runs like new

[@SMTMainline]

Glad to hear that.

[@elleryparsons5766]

Cool I am Not the Only one With Bachman👍👍👍👍

[@richardnelson-ux1zz]

Great video lots of information keep the good work up

[@joallawestervelt6918]

Thanks for sharing.

[@aquilesriffo]

oh... I am seeing the former bombardiers used on Ottawa

[@Petemonster62]

SMT - I saw a similar set in the Menard's toy land a couple of years ago with a Soo Line F unit & caboose. It reminded me of a prototype train I saw back in May of 1981. The consist was a Soo Line F unit, two boxcars, & a caboose!

[@edcrane4438]

I saw a started kit for Bachman that had a steam engine with I think 5-6 cars, was thinking to buy to get into N gauge.

[@bryanwhat2268]

yeah cool how the Hershey plant coming along?

[@bluskidu]

I like Bachmann starter sets, but I don’t like how they lack metal wheels, then again it’s a starter so I’m find with it.

[@SMTMainline]

It would be a great improvement to their sets.

[@Kuhneesseur]

@@SMTMainline bachmann would probably overprice their sets more for that little addition

[@BipolarBear777]

My first set getting me into the hobby is a Bachman Overland Limited in HO and now I’m gonna buy another set that has sound making a cool set.

[@MrBnsftrain]

I'm glad Bachmann no longer sells these F7s individually, but I am disappointed they haven't been changed in the starter sets. I got a separate sale Union Pacific F7 in 2011 for $25 and the motor ended up not turning as well and jammed the drive shafts which burned out the motor (that was 8 years after I bought the model). I also don't like that the trucks aren't easy to access under the die-cast chassis I think I made a good choice in picking the Bachmann steam loco starter set when I began my model railway journey as that 0-6-0 is still running well, even after falling off the table once. I don't have any of Bachmann's GP40 models that they also stock in their starter sets, so I don't know how reliable those are.

[@SMTMainline]

$25 seems like a pretty good price if it was new. Honestly if they just improved the frame, truck linkage and motor they would be pretty good models.

[@andrewwillard5625]

I had the smallest scale Bachman set and I got to say never had a single issue besides the fragile couplers was a great piece,

[@carolosten995]

Dark blue and yellow is their freightbonnet scheme

[@boiseeas237]

My bachmann f7a warbonnet loved the vid

[@nsconductor2007]

Bought a rail chief set awhile back. I had the cannonball express in the late 90s. One thing I noticed is the hopper, caboose and gondola haven't really changed since then. Only difference is the couplers, and they feel slightly heavier. But the cars so far seem to hold the track better. I think the only upgrades since then have been what they call the Mark 1 couplers. The power pack is the same as in the rail chief. One thing I don't like about it is they don't have scale mph labled.

[@richardnelson-ux1zz]

I have been very fortunate my Bach locomotives have always preformed grest I only use code 100 on my ho layouts

[@jaredt1356]

I got this same set for Christmas 2 years ago it's nice I like the details on it it was going for 80 USD at the time

[@NicksCollectableCreations]

wow I was not expecting that for a motor. I thought these locomotives in the sets were the same as the ones they sell separately but those have a totally different drive train and frame. I bought one of their train sets a few years ago with a little steam locomotive and I liked it, albeit cheap and toy looking like these cars, but some flat coat, weathering and rust effects, they actually look really good. I tried Al Mayo's "dipping" to weather the cars and it really worked well and was fast.

[@thunderturbine8860]

Jolly good show Harrison @SMT Mainline

[@jasperrocks9967]

My issue with Bachmann is the jump in quality and price from them to other companies. I got a Bachman engine for ~$100, it doesn’t look that good or run well but my other option is +$300 for the same engine.

[@caseycharlieandadam]

speaking of burning out controllers I burent out mine do you have any sugustions for a new dc controler that i could get for around $50

[@DRailed_777]

I swear that every time he makes a video he says “well folks!”

[@pokeysproductions6761]

There good little sets!

[@VunLee1]

Nice review. I’m new to the HO train. I’m not into like building a layout or anything, but I did thought about this kind of train pack both cheap and good quality for under my Christmas tree…

[@Dawsonsrailfanadventures74]

Harrison dark blue and yellow is the freight bonnet

[@saints093]

Nice video, I've had a few nice Bachmann HO Scale trains, but now, I have an Athearn HO scale GP-40 diesel locomotive pulling my freight train, and I have an Amtrak set that has two Walthers Amtrak F40-ph locomotives

[@crewleaderprods]

I've had nothing but trouble with Bachmann N scale but their HO stuff is OK.

[@SMTMainline]

I usually hear the opposite, I guess it's just luck of the draw

[@houseoftrainsgarcia9794]

Like those Bachmann F locomotives really good pullers . I have the Royal Gorge ROUTE train set with 2 extra full dome passenger cars .

[@Morganstein-Railroad]

Everybody Knocks bachmann stuff, i noticed. I work in N gauge, and I have Seven Bachmann Locos. Funilly enough, apart from the Kato one, they all run better than all of my others, even through the switches without stalling at all. So, I reckon it's what you get rather than an actual issue with the brand.

[@francoisguerette]

Holy, you’re at 31k subs... I got at the channel when you were at 6k, your channel grew so much, I admit, I haven’t watched your videos in a bit, but your channel grew a lot! Love ya SMT!

[@SMTMainline]

Thank you so kindly! This year has been quite the time for the channel's growth and I appreciate you being here for it.

[@francoisguerette]

@@SMTMainline No worries! Love your content! Keep it up!

[@ericzerkle5214]

I have a box of EZ track and i really like it for a slap together floor layout. Im pretty happy with it. I use the wider radius corves instead of the tighter ones because i have some bigger locos.

[@Elfnetdesigns]

I remember back when a very similar Bachmann set cost me $30. This was back before the e-z track stuff and locomotives had those pancake motors

[@michaelmorgan7893]

Yes, that was the post 1972 "freight warbonnet" or "Yellowbonnet" scheme.

[@wavesnbikes]

Dude if I had this as a kid woulda been crazy cool... I had a set like this in around Christmas 1996 and well... The improvements I LOVE Best in order: 1. Locomotive Tin Can Motor. God rid of plastic frame and those pesky pancake motors... 2. Locomotive Die Cast Frame is sweet... Got rid of the plastic poor quality control build... 3. Paint is just a little better than 90's. 4. Hornhook couplers is a big improvement! 5. The Powerpacks are easier to connect without requiring screwdrivers... 6. Locomotive wiring and built definately looks superior compared to 90's stuff... What I believe sucks the most in order for 2021 Bachmann HO sets: 1. No improvements on 90's EZ Track... This is unacceptable. LifeLike Power Loc was probably one of the few things LifeLike beat Bachmann... Did Walthers improve PowerLoc track after they bought LifeLike? 2. No steel wheels on rolling stock... Come on... Could do better... 3. Could probably put a little more paint detail on rolling stock, just like they did with the locomotive.. (just a basic meh) Wishlist for improvements that might add to cost, but cool to see anyway.... What ifs mostly: 1. Loco headlight Remote on/off function... 2. Caboose lighting? Marker lights and windows are probably too much to ask but heck... 3. Is this baby upgradeable to DCC and keepalives for deadrail? Bluetooth? Just a nerd asking... I'll say it again, I'm satisfied with the improvements since the 90's with that F-Unit. Love your videos man. Greetings from Mexico.

[@andrewmcgirt8338]

The only Bachmann models that I currently have are Thomas, Toby, Emily, Annie, Clarabel Emily's Brake Coach and the Sodor Mail Car. I was planning on getting Percy next

[@Vinyl_guy]

i think bachmann chattanooga is the best value for money cause it has 155 peices, stations, figures, ect

[@SMTMainline]

It wouldn't be my first choice for a couple reasons but I guess if it's what you want, it's good.

[@Vinyl_guy]

@@SMTMainline it’s really down to personal choice, anyway thanks for the heart smt

[@jesikebiking]

Not a bad looking train set =I like the fact it has the Magna matic couplers more natural

[@John-gh2nn]

I once dropped a bachmann dcc santa fe gp40 # 3508 on my Concrete driveway and its damage was only cosmetic it ran as well as it did when I got it

[@MontanaNorthernRockportRail]

Review the Bachmann harvest express, looks like a good set for you

[@wilks3620]

Question: how do I clean hornby track and also switch hornby couplers out for kadee knuckle couplers

[@HenryProductionsYT]

I have one myself but it’s a an actual warbonnet

[@terryvoigt3209]

You need to check out the Bachmann Spectrum line in my opinion they are one of the best engines out there

[@sergioarroyoguerrero5434]

HO scale train set Bachmann. I wanna N scale train set , Bachmann, Kato and Life Like. Included locomotive, freight cars, tracks and powerpack.

[@canadianmodel4007KCS]

Nice train set i love thar S4 with sound

[@canadianmodel4007KCS]

How is your layout going

[@SMTMainline]

@@canadianmodel4007KCS Haven't worked on it as much as I would like lately but I hope to do some significant changes this summer.

[@canadianmodel4007KCS]

Nice I hope it goes well and I hope you have a great summer and stay safe and just wondering that you have seen my KZbin channel and I'm just wondering if you can follow me on my KZbin channel and help me to get more subscribers on my KZbin channel

[@canadianmodel4007KCS]

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[@thomaslepage4522]

I like their silver series rolling stock, you can get new wheels to replace the plastic ones, but yeah, the plastic wheels suck

[@mistermadmachine6311]

I was thinking about getting the strike force train also by bachmann

[@nickfiner8831]

Is your most favorite locomotive that you own a Bachmann ?

[@SMTMainline]

The centennial. I got it used in 2009 and it's run trouble free since then with only one exception which was a clicking noise it had for a bit. The hobby shop that fixed it never told me if it was a piece of ballast or a cracked gear but that's the only issue it's had anyway.

[@stewartclark1847]

Hopefully these sets get young and old into model rail. It’s only up from there.

those hornhooked talgo trucksand featherweight cars mustve turned away millions of future model railroaders, nothing was more frustrating than those things

[@ericzerkle5214]

The blue and yellow is/was the freight scheme.. I've seen pics of the old Fs being relegated to their branch lines in Kansas Oklahoma and Texas back in the 1970s.

[@samuelbenge524]

My favorite locomotives are the Pacifics, the Js, the As, the T1s, the K4s, and the whatever is an American steam locomotive with a Walschaerts valve gear. P.S., make sure it's HO scale 😁

[@josephscarfo5972]

Hey Harrison, You're so Right about your Comments on the Buchmann Started Set! Buchmann has improved on their High End HO Scale ⚖️ Models!!! I Have to give it a A for effort!!! They Did came out with a HO Scale Delaware Lackawanna interlocking Tower! Looks Fantastic! Something that you should have on your Layout! But, Getting Back to the Starter Kits, It's Definitely for Kids! The Fast Tracks is Pretty much Garbage and any of Those Buchmann Fast Tracks regulate sounds that you practically have to wear earplugs!!!! Just Wanted to Point out, It's cheaper make in China!!! I Guess that it's Great Around the Christmas 🎄 tree during the Holidays!!!! Lol 🚂🚂🚆📷🎥🏍️💨🚉

[@12361870]

I bought a Menards Hardware Store special Milwaukee Road Iron Mountain set and the first thing I did was upgrade the wheels with a metal set from Bachmann on Amazon

[@chasesrailwaylinesrr6447]

I grew up with Bachmann product and some of the earlier diesel were not bad and my BNSF diesel still runs today in 2024

[@SMTMainline]

They have mixed QC. I hear some say nothing but good things about them, others complain about all the breakdowns they've had with theirs.

[@chasesrailwaylinesrr6447]

Very true even I had my problems with Bachmann ho and n, but overall, they are one of the largest model Manufacturers, and is still releasing new products to a "dying" (not) hobby, bachmann could be better but what I experienced I enjoyed

[@SMTMainline]

@@chasesrailwaylinesrr6447 I recently spoke with a guy who got into the hobby in 1989 and back then people were complaining about the hobby "dying" lol

[@chasesrailwaylinesrr6447]

Well isn't that ironic, KZbinr (Maybe train Enthusiast) Explained how trains have just always been expensive in general, they don't think about INFLATION, old Tyco sets would now be $290 in modern day pricing. The hobby is alive and well and its still in fact growing

[@SMTMainline]

@@chasesrailwaylinesrr6447 Absolutely, I find it frustrating how often that's over looked. To be fair some sets have outpaced inflation but most have just climbed with it so it's not really a fair comparison. The quality and amount has also shifted over the years

[@wceyuki]

My first set was the Overland set. I've had that 4-8-4 since.

[@markostroff8845]

How often do you change your layouts??

[@donnlowe9129]

Maybe you need to give it a little bit of lubricant and it will run a little smoother.

[@kaedenthecsxamtrakandthoma8318]

6:10 I love a paint skeem

[@mercuryoak2]

I had 2 starter sets one a union pacific the other was the santafe war bonnet. I still have the santafe FT A unit it had problems with the wheels somehow way after i bought it later on. I have to replace the wheels but at $4.02 a piece just for one axle is a bit much to me. I have a seaboard bachmann FT as well that one has recently before Christmas had a drive train problem where the holder for the driveshaft moved . i believe its cracked a bit not sure but will repair but not my favorite bachmann i will say. I am giving the union pacific one with the same type caboose and cars you have here the locomotive however is not same weight as the santafe and seaboard its funny because they are same age. Anyway good review of this starter set one thing for sure quality vs quantity . hopefully it's a long running. Maybe i have bad luck or weather changed for plastic and made my Seaboard have an issue I may check it out I just dont like that it happened . Anyway good review Harrison.

[@mercuryoak2]

Actually i think my older ones are 5 pole last i recall from box it said it but maybe im wrong. but they are from 2005-2007 era . so they did change alot here . i looked in the one im giving my brother and thats the same motor as this one. . eh they do work though just quality has to get better.

[@Trainruby]

The blue bonnet paint scheme was for freight locomotive

[@Trainruby]

And the red bonnet paint scheme was for passenger

[@cleverkitsune4302]

I have a similar set my grandfather bought me in the 90's same engine and car layout but it was called the shopko express, i still have it just havent fogured out why it doesnt want to work im gonna guess the cheap power supply, though in yhe 90s they didnt have that nice roadbed or ez track connection was just the basics

[@adrianguzmanmartinez8202]

Excelente video Saludos

[@jamesfeussner3606]

while you had it apart you should check the lubrication

[@playingsincepong7617]

IRL: Blue/Yellow = Freight. Red/Silver = Passenger That isn't true anymore--everything is freight. In the F-series era it was. Trainsets traditionally stocked the red bonnet no matter passenger or freight.

[@frankierailfan4014]

I have a Bachmann layout and GP40-2, and it’s okay

[@tdilas1487]

How many cars can the EMD GP35 locomotive pull?

[@LauraLopez-nu1bg]

The only problem is why do the knuckle couplers break