I Got the Lionel Vision Line Class A Steam Engine | Open it with Me!!

[@thatonecaledonian812]

RBP works out by lifting Lionel boxes

[@BrextonBarman-h4x]

Must be a very good workout 😂😂

[@birdseyeview1543]

When I was a boy in the 60's this hobby was already waning. We weren't interested in this old stuff, we wanted rocketships and racecars. But 60 years later, i'm amazed to see this still going and still loved. Maybe 70 is a good age for a new hobby.....

[@RealBelisariusCawl]

For what it’s worth, I’m in my 30s and I had a Lionel set as a kid. I loved it. I think it’s just a bit more niche.

[@reclusiarchgrimaldus1269]

I'm 20 and just started out in n-scale

[@g3n3sis50]

I started with American Flyer and I was born in 2007! I still have and use them, plus I have n scale trains!

[@jeffreyvaughn1838]

Man, I love to watching you open that Vision Line I have a great framed picture of a boy waving to the train from a hillside. I still remember my grandpa give me it to me when we met him at the train coming from Milwaukee wish I could give it to somebody it would mean something to for when after I die

[@jub856]

The Class A 1218’s whistle is hauntingly realistic. It can take you back to a time long ago. It just runs chills down your spine every time you hear that ghostly steam whistle.

[@louiskroening4975]

I believe the big boy whistle sounds more realistic.

[@aaron-prime117]

1218s whistle and 4014s whistle are both realistic in their own way. But from a distance they can sound haunting especially if you see them running in October

[@JamesSmith-nn5df]

@@aaron-prime117 got to see her in person last week she’s sleeping peacefully hopefully they wake her up soon

[@MrDroidmonkey]

Love your videos. You ought to get one of those Impact train horns. Very cool. Keep up the good work.

[@scottrose5647]

My vote is still the "Big Boy"! He's unbeatable.....love the new start ups on those trains

[@andyoutwesttrains]

I think the class A is the only whistle I've heard that can actually rival the Big Boy. Big Boy has my heart as I'm from Utah, and the Big Boy was built to pull the Wasatch mountains between Utah and Wyoming. But I think the Class A has a crazy haunting whistle. I gotta call a draw lol

[@stevenanderson7623]

Class A…half-tone ascension is so distinctive…could be identified miles away! 🥰

[@michaelskidmore5086]

The 1217’s whistle wins the battle. You can’t go wrong with how Lionel actually got the sound very close to the real 1218.

[@NorfolkAndWestern611]

Don’t you mean 1218?

[@michaelskidmore5086]

@@NorfolkAndWestern611 I meant 1218. Sorry. Spell check on my part.

[@wayneantoniazzi2706]

@@NorfolkAndWestern611 I'm sure he does but 1217 would have sounded the same!

[@NorfolkAndWestern611]

@@wayneantoniazzi2706 yea I know lol

[@mratsfrailfan1894]

I mean for the price you atleast want the whistle to be accurate

[@sebastianschroeder6459]

That class A... holy molly... the haunting whistle of the mountains... that's all I heard with that beautiful engine!

[@ghosty6954]

1218 wins whistle battle hands down. That haunting hooter whistle just rings out like a bell telling you a beast is coming over the mountains of the blue ridge

[@katherinemorey6517]

Hi Chris, I have just gotten the brick sheet but it is not styrene. It is actually paper. I don't think I will be using it for the viaduct. I will be using it for the outside of the buildings on the layout. I have already made 2 brick buildings and they are used as costumer buildings for the layout. One of them is called BECKY'S FIREWOOD COMPANY. The other one is CRACKLING DELIGHT INC.I love the sound of the second one. Cory Mears

[@michaelclifton5051]

Chris, your videos are always so much fun. You never fail to put a smile on my face. I still have to go with the Big Boy. Please keep these GREAT videos coming.

[@katherinemorey6517]

I agree with you. They are so much fun to watch. Keep up the kind comments. Cory Mears

[@raysoflight0211]

Dude! I stumbled on your channel because I've loved trains since I was a boy....I stay watching your vidoes because of your enthusiasm, passion and your reactions to the trains and sounds are epic! I can tell you're a great guy and an awesome youtube,r thanks for bringing a smile to my face when i watch your videos! I guess you married a woman that has to support your obsession, I mean hobby, 1000%?!?! cheers.

[@claiborneeastjr4129]

It must be awesome being surrounded with such a layout! I think you could lose yourself among all those wonderful trains!

[@emrilbennett8704]

I love your trains! Thank you for sharing it with us.

[@Thierry787]

Vous avez un sublime réseau, je n'ose imaginer le nombre d'heures passées pour le réaliser, et pour les locos et matériel remorqué, juste wahouuu !!

[@TTTE-2056]

that is one gorgeous engine with some gorgeous features!

[@PhilBender612]

What an awesome steam engine Chris. Thanks for running it, along with others, for us.😄

[@RonnyTheEngineer]

Hi RBP Trains, yesterday was my birthday 🎂 I was wondering if you could do a Norfolk and Western running session of the class a 1218 and y6b articulated steam engine? I'm a super mega fan of the Norfolk and Western Railway. 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@tomrogers5516]

Thanks for this great video visit and unboxing, Chris. The N&W Class A is really an impressive example of engineering, both the model and prototype. It makes an 'I am here' statement at every turn on the rails. When it comes to the whistle challenge, however, I still have to go with the UP Big Boy 4014. That deep, haunting sound is always breathtaking. The Class A is great, but for me, the Big Boy's is unique and special. Congratulations on completing the 2nd year of your wonderful, friendly and imaginative site. May you have many more!

[@briancasey4491]

I'm partial to the 1218, because I took an excursion trip behind her from Lexington, KY. to Lawrenceburg, KY. So I really want to say the 1218 whistle but on your layout I say the Big Boy took it. However, as close to the real sound that that is, the loudness compared to the real deal is nowhere near accurate. The real one 8 cars back will put shivers down your back and call the cattle from miles around. Remember how they came running through the farms as we came toward country road crossings. It was great ! Thanks it was awesome ! And I stand corrected from the last comment I made when you did the last video's of all your articulated trains ! Stay blessed !

[@TheCreativeType]

5:00 That is so awesome! That must’ve sounded *even cooler* actually being there next to it!

[@ARUSApacecarHAMPTON]

Being from Norfolk it was cool to see the old N&W coal cars. My father grew up next to Lamberts Point coal piers and his uncle worked as a scale house operator at the terminal.

[@vin6135]

Another great video. The upper line and reworked scenery make for some awesome views. I have a Mr Muffins custom run Pennsylvania. Love this engine. Looks great, sounds great and is a lot of fun to watch it rumble around the layout. The Big Boy whistle wins by hair. What would be an interesting test of the hardware - set the Class A to the Bog Boy whistle and compare the sound to the other engine.

[@robertmartin4942]

First time viewer here- I think the Big Boy won by a decimal or two- I’m the proud owner of a 1955 train set my dad got me when I was 5 years old! Great channel!

[@darknessfalls_hellfire2551]

Fun fact N&W 1218 is the soul serving 2-6-6-4. Of its type. Like the videos man

[@donaldfaris4798]

Class A whistle Chris! I got my Broadway limited N scale Y6B this week also understand the excitement

[@tommytorpey8482]

What an awesome engine! I usually prefer the British locos but I’ve been watching your videos lately and I just love how l magnificent and commanding these beasts look. Great review Chris!

[@luckystrike33t]

Gotta say the class A wins; It sounds like the recording was taken in the mountains; I love the echo and reverb. Haunting.

[@trainlandia697]

Fun fact: I saw the real 1218 (along with 611) at the Virginia Museum of Transportation in Roanoke, VA. It’s a beautiful engine! If you ever get out to Roanoke, be sure to go there. I may be a G-Scaler, but Lionel makes some great high-quality O-Scale products including the 1218! As for the whistle battle, I still think Big Boy 4014 is the champion. In my opinion, 1218’s whistle, is a whistle that is like a mighty battle cry into the night. Big Boy’s whistle, is a whistle that says, “I AM THE KING OF STEAM!” If only Lionel would make these engines in G-Scale though……

[@4X4_TrailSeeker]

Everything about that engine is awesome. Thanks for sharing it. I always like your excitement and enthusiasm, it mirrors my own when it comes to trains.

[@spencerfesing4145]

UP 4014 has a very nice whistle but when I ran my Class A for the first time I was blown away by the sound and it's probably my favorite whistle. My vote for the whistle war goes to the Norfolk and Western #1218.

[@tumbleweed5656]

Class A whistle for the win! Great video and congrats on your two year anniversary!🎉

[@tomschlitter1594]

Thanks for another great run session, Chris. I really enjoyed it. My vote for the best whistle still goes to the 4014. I guess I'm biased, because the Big Boy has always been my favorite. But your new engine sure is sweet! Its whistle is also mesmerizing. It's like asking which classic car is prettier - a Duesenberg or a Packard? Arguments can be made for both. I looked for your "Mini Me" somewhere on your impressive and didn't see him. Where was he hiding? Keep the great content coming and congratulations on your second anniversary.

[@RBPTrains]

Thanks Tom! Mini Me was hiding on top of one of the buildings next to a big robot (gundam) model. Did not move him around as much during this video.

[@johngoldschmidt5335]

You have a great channel...always puts a smile on my face. I go with the Big Boy..,, The 1218 is awesome but the Big Boy is incredibly amazing.. Thanks for your great work and videos.

[@TrainManIII]

I think the Class A’s whistle fits the engine perfectly, but you just can’t beat that big boy whistle, it almost reaches into your soul!

[@katherinemorey6517]

It really does fit the engine perfectly. Cory Mears

[@nelsonc6173]

My uncle was huge into trains when I was a kid!!! He had a huge setup in his basement! This was like in the 90's! I always begged him to see his train set up! I never got into the hobby myself but man seeing your setup with much newer tech blew my mind!!! The sound FX with bluetooth control would blow my uncles mind away! Unfortunately due to illness he hasn't touched the hobby in decades! But man he would love this! Thanks for sharing!!! Made me a subscriber!!!

[@RBPTrains]

Welcome aboard and thanks for sharing!

[@David_Mattox]

Both have great whistles, no doubt. But I like how deep 4014’s was, so I’m gonna have to give her my vote. Be sure to let us know who won!

[@katherinemorey6517]

How can 4014 be a her when it is called big BOY? I think it should be a him. She or her or herself doesn't match the name big boy. I think if it is a her, then it should be big girl. Cory Mears

[@katherinemorey6517]

Hi Chris, I have just ordered a pack of brick sheet styrene. I am going to make it into a viaduct for the layout. It will have some arches on the bottom and a castle wall design on the top. The viaduct is for the engine called HANNAH. I bet she will look so awesome with the viaduct. I love the way the viaduct looks in my imagination. Cory Mears

[@TrainTracker911]

It may be advisable to have an engine cradle for servicing your trains.

[@RBPTrains]

Great tip! I have one somewhere but did not want to halt the video to dig it out so I grabbed some cloths.

[@joeystrains.9316]

Super nice steam engine! The whistle is incredible. If that was my Locomotive, I’d turn the lights off and play, “My endless love”.

[@txrazorback6357]

Chris, love the vlog. The class A is awesome but I would give the whistle battle to the Big Boy, even though he is at a disadvantage of not having the new technology that is found in the class A. Having a chance to stand about 30 feet away from the Big Boy when it's whistle was blown, it was all too real for me. It was great to see the big guys running together, though.

[@nikerailfanningttm9046]

Thought of buying a vision line Niagara a few years ago, never bought one. Now after seeing you open a vision line box….it’s literally like a Athearn box. I think i’ll buy the CC2 Niagara, just to keep it simple.

[@rudycarlson8245]

The winner of the whistle battle? Very very close! But I really think the winner is a 4014! Now I’m not counting the 1218 out it has an absolutely fabulous whistle! If you want to see a great video of the 1218 on KZbin, check out the haunting of the 1218 it truly has a haunting whistle imagine hearing that in the middle of the night!

[@wayneantoniazzi2706]

Check out videos of the Reading & Northern's recently restored to operation Reading T1. The T1's got two whistles, one of which is a "hooter" whistle very similar to the N&W version and just as haunting and evocative.

[@johnjornod6429]

I agree with Rudy. Personally I love the 1218 more. But in whistles, the Big Boy just has an amazing sounding whistle.

[@rudycarlson8245]

@@johnjornod6429 hopefully the museum will bring the 1218 back one day I know when the steam program ended at 12:18 was in the middle of a mandatory overhaul so when the steam program ended they put her back together enough to put her on display but I am hoping that they bring her back to life one day now I know it she will require a heavy overhaul, but it will be so worth it!

[@RonnyTheEngineer]

That class a is one of my favorite articulated steam engines on the Norforlk and Western Railway! It is super awesome!

[@ShineOrtiz2199]

My vote goes to 1218.

[@nileswilson577]

Sweet , Too Sweet, love its whistle and sound effects. Way to go Lionel 😃👍

[@jacksharples5415]

I’m speechless. That was beautiful.

[@Pete970]

Very nice to enjoy this video. I had $45'000.00+ Trains, mostly Lionel ,including the UP 4014 .....all of the GG1 models etc and MTH top of the line. Had to quick sell them for $18000.00 to accommodate moving my widowed father in law in. My best freind. He passed a month later. That was rough . Good for you. Glad to see your excitement

[@thunderstruck5484]

Holy smokes that’s awesome! I would probably sleep in that room a couple of nights because that engine is that cool , thanks for sharing everything with us

[@aaronmatthews-sycamoresmal7629]

Great video! My nephew and his son are big fans. I noticed at about 3:40 you were oiling the engine wheels. We make model train repair/oil stations at my woodworking shop. Automotive foam lined to protect the parts. I’d like to send you a set to product review if you wanted. Thanks!

[@RBPTrains]

Thanks Aaron! Are you on Instagram? Let’s connect as I am in need of some engine maintenance stuff!

[@aaronmatthews-sycamoresmal7629]

@@RBPTrains I am. Sent you a message on instagram with a picture of the stations. Thanks!

[@Joshua-lu1uq]

​@@RBPTrainsThe class A is class GREAT.

[@GregtheArmyvet]

Bigboy won the whistle contest 😎

[@lane9084]

I love the big boys whistle it demands passage, so it just has a deep tone to it and that three chime is the best whistle I ever had heard

[@jameskerner7782]

Many years ago, I was on a fan trip with Ross Roland's 614 in New Jersey. On this particular trip,O. Winston Link was on board. Someone managed to put on a whistle from the A in honor of Mr. Link. Amazing!

[@RBPTrains]

Very cool!

[@dapro2848]

Best model train whistle's I have ever heard.

[@henryszubielski8601]

Sweet new addition to your collection, Chris! This was another great video. 👍 Thanks for sharing.

[@trevorgwelch7412]

Nice Choo Choo Train . 🚂🚃🚃🚃🚃🚃✨✨✨✨🇺🇸✌🏻

[@mal15102]

I still remember my grandad taking me to the station in Abingdon VA to watch the J rumble through. I likely remember more times than reality but this video really stirred those memories. Thanks.

[@henkherta1vanzitteren50]

Fantastic what beautiful steam locomotives you have driving around Chris, You asked who had the cleanest steam whistle and that is the Big Boy what a sound . Just like hearing the steam whistle blowing in the mountains with the reverberation of the echo, How I would like your job want to see with my own eyes, But yes the distance is great Belgium/America, An hour or 10/12 flying, I don`t know where you are East-Mid-west of the country, But i fully enjoy seeing this driving Chris, MVGR Henk Belgium Border❤🙂😉

[@katherinemorey6517]

Hi Chris, I have just made a very big gondola for my layout and it is very light weight and it is a very high capacity gondola that is as tall as the biggest engine in my fleet. I made it from a growth hormone box and then thickened the walls to increase strength. The gondola was built after my plastic gondola broke on me. I was carrying the plastic gondola in my pocket and it was hanging out and when my Gamma saw it, she didn't say anything about it and she went to the post office and shipped the packages and while I was walking, it fell out of my pocket and crashed on the sidewalk and it was messed up and I was upset about it at first. But then I realized that I didn't actually loose anything, I could just make a new one. I now have the best gondola I have ever had in my life. Cory Mears

[@stevenmiller5696]

Your enthusiasm is contagious! Love this hobby!

[@gordonsnell6735]

Very nice Chris, I also like the fact that you have the N&W 611 as well, that was always my favorite 😊😊

[@Calebro4]

Enjoyed all of the train action towards the end of the video! Glad to see Lionel used a gloss finish on the tender this time, unlike the big boy.

[@maxwellsmart9837]

I rode behind 1218 and photo run byes. From Portmouth Ohio down Tug River thru Matwan WV. Lionel has the whistle down perfect.

[@byronpeterson795]

Happy Birthday RBP trains. What an amazing engine to celebrate with.

[@RBPTrains]

Thanks Byron!

[@ShineOrtiz2199]

My first time seeing the 611 was back in 2019 when myself, my fiancé and a group of buddies met up for the first time at Strasburg. The second time was when I went to Strasburg alone in 2021.

[@louisletourneau3429]

The 611 whistle is unbeatable , I don't know how the LIONEL one sound but the real one is quite something .

[@ogaugesantafeandbnsf1157]

That is one sweet looking engine. Very nice addition. I like the new scenery update. Great video as always

[@GuretoSefirosu]

Not sure why your video was suggested to me by Google. I have some OLD O-gauge stuff (1937 that still runs, 1950's era that works flawlessly) but don't have a layout and have not been searching for this stuff. I have two VHS videos. One is of the real 1218 and one is of 611. My great-grandfather worked on the N&W. I have a black and white photo of him and his crew on a bridge they had just built back before 1920. That's a good-looking model though. I have some stuff from The N&W as well, from Radford. By the way, and I mean no offense by this, but when I first saw you, all I thought was of you using a shotgun against zombies in the past. Hope you get the reference!

[@jeffburch3]

Excellent locomotive model! Regarding the 1218 whistle: It takes me back to chasing the 1218 when it was operating as a excursion train in the Shenandoah Valley in the early 1990's. I must choose the 1218.

[@BARnTrains]

That is beautiful , I look forward to seeing it runs in future videos.

[@TrainLover-wt9ix]

“Because clean trains, and well lubricated trains, are happy trains” Famous words by RBP

[@TheMarkaorso]

i must say i love the bridge. when i was at York i could of got me one but it wouldn't fit in my car. now if i got one i would have to change my layout soon to be running strong

[@homer128]

Fantastic video, Chris. Seeing all that N&W steam running is quite a sight. Congratulations on the Lionel custom.

[@robertgatchel9609]

Just found your channel. Wow. What an awesome layout and that new engine is beautiful. Great channel.

[@RBPTrains]

Thank you Robert and welcome!

[@bigdaddydiecast3529]

#1218 is my vote for the whistle battle! She's my favorite steamer of all time! I had the privilege of riding behind here with my dad on a excursion run in the early 90's ans it was wonderful!! Great memories I will never forget!! Great video and content thank you for sharing!!

[@davidkasparian4089]

Absolutely spellbinding!! totally awesome layout, killer locomotive collection, love both the 1218 & the big boys haunting whistles🤘🤘

[@vitale6633]

Both Engines sound Fantastic. I had no idea that the Lionel brand was still cranking out new engines - I'm Definitely going to be checking out the Vision Line. Thanks for posting.

[@RBPTrains]

Lionel is still rolling along after all these years and making some really cool stuff! Thanks for watching!

[@fastjazz]

Love these vids but all I keep thinking about - aside from enjoying the trains and awesome layout and the super enthusiasm from Chris - is how the heck much money am I looking at here?!!!

[@andyoutwesttrains]

Amazing collection Chris. Great video

[@donaldbeck8182]

Fantastic layout, well done and so realistic

[@GoldStandardTrains]

Great addition to your collection. Very cool to see all the N&W steam doing its thing out on the layout!!!

[@petenewland291]

Lol love how the 1218 looks waxed and buffed .. it’s so super shiny 😂🎉

[@frankrazzagone2766]

Chris, another fantastic video; I really enjoyed seeing all your N&W engines. If you're into DVDs, watch a video call "Hooters On Blue Ridge." In the Video, they show a Y coupled to a Class A pulling a military train. The N&W Hooter's whistle is also clearly heard throughout the video.

[@delpproductions217]

7:46 It Almost Sounds Like a Norfolk And Western Streamlined K2a (Basically A “Sister” To 611 Or any J)

[@zachwheeler9846]

I think the Class A is awesome I love the wide and stubby look of the boiler and the gloss finish on this one is nice too, reminds me of your black bonnet 2-10-10-2 and 4-8-4 Northern. The whistle sounds fantastic, very high sheril and hunting, kinda gives you goosebumps, though I don't think it beats the Big boy, it's very close though, it was a very tuff choice, but I had to go with the Big boy, hard to beat it. Great video and thanks for waiting to unbox it with us.

[@elizavetamixailova3848]

Congrats on the layout. Every time I am captivated.

[@tylertroknya9780]

I’m glad you got the 1218 class A and it’s one of my favorite articulated steam engines. The big boy whistle wins

[@prairierailproductions6737]

If only ho engines had that kinda soundscape, it would be so cool to hear that level of detailed sound in that small of a space!!

[@DMIRyellowstoneFan]

Great review RBP! In my opinion, the class A's are the best articulated steam engines, EVER! I'm glad Lionel made a Vision model of it :)

[@jurigelato4366]

Congrats on your 2nd anniversary. There was a lot of traffic on those rails. I am once again amazed to see long passenger trains. Your train room must be (almost) as big as a town hall.

[@FlyingFoxandBambi4475]

You are so lucky to have this. The 1218 is one of my favorite American locomotives. Congrats. 😊😊👍😉👏

[@ryanthesteamman]

I've ridden behind 611 when she first visited Strasburg in 2019 and it was the first time I got to see her in person and the first excursion steam legend to ride behind. Truly a wonderful experience!

[@RBPTrains]

I agree! I was fortunate enough to get out there in 2021 to see it at Strasburg as well and you are right. Magnificent machine!

[@SkiVail]

That force coupler has got to be the coolest thing lol

[@katherinemorey6517]

Hi Chris, I just made one of my gondolas even taller and more spacious than ever to have more room for the freight. I have also been cleaning out the trash from my firewood to make it look like a good load. I have been thinking about recommending the PHANTOM CORSAIRS for your layout. That's the best car in my opinion. I have two of them. They are so awesome. If you do get them, can you put them on the most visible road so your viewers can see them? I think it would be great to see them easily. I absolutely love the looks of the engine that is being made except the horizontal headlights. I am just not a fan of that type of light. I like the vertical headlights. Cory Mears

[@thetrainseekers1]

Awesome pick up and congratulations on your 2nd year! Keep up the great content Chris! Cheers

[@edconway9072]

Big Boy always wins! I live on the UP canyon subdivision, the old WP Feather River route. I grew up next to the SP main coastal line so I root for my home teams. Great video. I wish I had space ( and a spouse) that would allow me to build a layout. Thanks, Ed.

[@JeremiahStricklandJr-tp5vc]

Both whistles are awesome. Can’t choose between them. I would like to have both if I have the money.

[@vicferrarisgarage]

Big boy! Just can’t get enough of that whistle!

[@therosejewelrailroad489]

I think the big girl still wins the whistle battle. You tube is starting to get interesting with everybody’s preorders arriving. Fun video. I can’t wait to see what else you ordered.