New Bachmann Class E1/J72 Tank Engine | Unboxing & Review

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[@Pyrotrainthing]

Pre-grouping locos are some of the nicest ones, the livery helps me like this one!

[@SamsTrains]

Yeah absolutely - I've always thought so too! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@calebmoore8982]

I love this. I'm totally going to start saving up and get back into the hobby. Your videos have inspired me to get back into the model railroading community.

[@SamsTrains]

That's amazing to hear mate - hope you really enjoy it if you do! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@Tombola1993]

Lovely colour scheme and design. Glad there is a sole survivor of this magnificent tank engine.

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks mate, I'm very glad too!! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@Tombola1993]

@@SamsTrains You're welcome. I was expecting this to be a model of a long scrapped class. But boy, you proved me wrong indeed, mate. :D

[@thewrays491]

I love that green on the locomotive 🚂

[@SamsTrains]

Me too - looks amazing doesn't it?! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@easypeasylemonsqueezy5663]

I do to

[@TheTrainMaster15]

The Wray’s I think it’s the same shade of green that green arrow is in or use to be in, but I forgot the name of it.

[@lewiscarty5517]

A Sam'sTrains video that was released on my birthday, yesterday and I am glad I am able to watch it this morning, so thank you very much, Sam. The J72 is definitely a lovely locomotive, however, there is one preserved which was on the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, as it was named 'Joem' for many years.

[@SamsTrains]

Hey Lewis, that's fantastic mate - hope you had a very happy birthday! I've heard about the preserved example - I'd love to go and see her some day! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@woodenrailway123]

Brill review Sam, as soon as I saw this review I immediately bought one it truly is a great little engine, just need to get my layout together to run haha keep up the good work

[@SamsTrains]

Glad to hear that mate, really hope you enjoy this! Good luck with your layout! :3 Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@ThomasZoey3000]

It sure is an amazing locomotive, and I love that livery. I've actually got two on pre-order, one is like yours and the second is the LNER Black. I never knew about the firebox glow, that's going to be amazing to see when I get my models.

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks a lot mate, glad you did - hope you get yours soon! The firebox glow is very cool :3 Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@Shlomo.Goldstein]

Great video! I can’t wait for the Hornby Stephensons Rocket!

[@AdiPullen]

And hush hush

[@lukeslocomotives]

And smokey joe

[@SamsTrains]

And the Class 2! :D

[@Shlomo.Goldstein]

Sam'sTrains yes I agree can’t wait for your reviews on new models - keep up the good work!

[@davidclark721]

@@lukeslocomotives ⁷

[@rynodynomyte2755]

Beautiful model and I love the green! We’re lucky to have a preserved example!

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks Ryno - very lucky! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@theeveningstar9235]

Nice to see another review!

[@SamsTrains]

Cheers mate! :D

[@trainzville9237]

Hello Sam, that's a excellent review on the new Bachmann NER E1/J72 in NER Green Livery. Even though her side tanks and boiler are plastic, the paintwork on her wheels aren't perfect, but it's still a beautiful model after all, her running performance is great after running in of course and her strength is great. I cannot wait to get my hands on this model very soon. Once again, an excellent review. 5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 10/10 😉

[@SamsTrains]

Hey Jordan, thanks very much mate - yes I agree overall it's a lovely model! Glad you enjoyed it, and thanks for the great review! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@jackhebert3780]

This is one of the most beautiful OO/Ho model tank engines I’ve ever seen. I’ll definitely be picking one up sometime this year.

[@jackhebert3780]

Except for the axles not being covered. That is a downer, but it’s not a massive issue

[@SamsTrains]

I agree Jack - can't blame you for that! :D

[@Pirate-Scorcher-1998]

Yay the cute loco is finally here!! Fantastic Video Sam :)

[@SamsTrains]

haha thanks mate - it certainly is! :D

[@Pirate-Scorcher-1998]

Sam'sTrains no problem

[@davidmend3z]

Love the new intro sam! Good job

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks a lot David! :D

[@CaptainScruff83]

Hi Sam, very good professional review as always the J72 is one of my favourite tank engines. I like the new motor and mechanical improvements, I have two mainline versions one squeaks relentless as it runs and the other has become a static. Keep up the good work 👍

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks a lot mate, really appreciate that! I can see why - and definitely some nice improvements wit this one! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@Kris-qy7hh]

Great model! I love the look.

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks a lot Kris, I do too! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@tommogriff]

Great Video Sam! The loco has an amazing livery! Cheers! - Tom

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks a lot Tom, really glad you liked it mate! :D Cheers, Sam :)

[@jamesdunloptrains]

Loved the video today Sam beautiful locomotive and I got my Bachmann Thomas today

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks a lot James - sounds fantastic, how is he?? :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@jamesdunloptrains]

Sam'sTrains he works fantastic

[@Radical2090]

@@jamesdunloptrains if you want him to be stronger add some weights into him. Or traction tyres i prefer weights!

[@michaelwhiles5282]

Love my J72 - a LOVELY liitle loco - paintwork and finish is EXCELLENT -( NER version) - no running issues - slow running is smooth and it can go like the clappers....

[@sirmugman]

another nice lil shunter in great green colour too can't wait for a shunting vid this will have to be included

[@SamsTrains]

Cheers mate - ooh yes that would be awesome!! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@briancam-cord3690]

Loved the review Sam. Just want to point out that my own model was noisy but after oiling the axle bearings(which seemed dry) it ran very quiet and less jerky at slow speeds!

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks a lot Brian - I'll be sure to try that - can't believe they weren't factory lubricated! :O Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@Starflight_Miniatures]

Great review, glad mine isn't the only noisy one!

[@SamsTrains]

haha yeah - don't know why they're not a bit smoother and quieter! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@davidstrains4910]

Great review Sam it looks great I may get hold of one one day

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks David - they are lovely things! :D

[@lukeslocomotives]

Hey sam I just bought the mainline one today and if you are going to buy a pre owned model go to Peter's spares in Middlesbrough the engine I bought looks in even better condition that the new one and is just as quiet considering its age it was cheap (30 pounds), just serviced, and of my favourite of the class 69023

[@SamsTrains]

Ooh sounds good Luke - really hope you enjoy it! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@lukeslocomotives]

And her motor has give up on life :/

[@BryPrime917]

Gorgeous little loco, and great vids as usual Sam! Someone needs to get you a Big Boy to balance out with all the little engines I've seen lately 😆

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks very much Byran - haha I would love that!! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@CrisisOnACanoe]

The issue with the axles not being painted may be something to do with the fact Bachmann initially fitted these with the wrong wheels (14 spokes instead of 12) and had to replace them in the first batch as soon as they landed in the UK. This has resulted in some having running issues on top of slight issues with the wheel decoration.

[@SamsTrains]

Yeah I wonder - I heard that too - shame they didn't do their research properly ;) Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@KameronCousin]

Well done on this review Sam! :D

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks a lot Kameron! :D

[@KameronCousin]

Sure thing :D

[@cameronmcilroy8261]

Lovely looking loco there Sam!

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks a lot Cameron! :D

[@davidtucker8724]

Nice model from bachmann. I have the BR black late crest version. I agree with you about having DCC sound speakers factory fitted. It's just adding on extra cost that some people might not want.

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks a lot David - yes I was a bit miffed at having to pay so much for features I didn't ask for!! :O Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@iceeblueburst03]

Amazing review on the NER Class E1 by Bachmann! I love the NER green livery for the locomotive. It certainly looks attractive! :P

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks a lot mate - glad you liked it, I love this one too! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@lapiswake6583]

I've got 6 of the older model. 1 mainline in need of wheels, 1 bachmann in need of a motor brush, and 4 working bachmann ones. They do perform very well, but the detail on this new one looks fantastic, and the DCC compatibility is much improved (I'm gonna have a nightmare fitting chips to my 6 J72s...)

[@SamsTrains]

Ooh blimey - that sounds quite a collection - yes the performance is decent isn't it?! :D But yes, a nightmare to chip! ;D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@azrailfan2717]

Awesome locomotive. I really like the firebox glow part. I personally use DCC on my layout. I have a couple DCC and DCC and Sound equipped locomotives but they are super expensive so I only pick them up at model train swap meets here and there. 🤠

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks a lot mate! Sounds great - yeah DCC sound is definitely amazing for the right price! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@ThePedroski007]

I use DCC sound, or TTS as it happens. Great review.

[@SamsTrains]

Yeah I love TTS too! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@gcmet1063]

Nice video Sam , I have got the black LNER one with the red lining , straight out of the box it was very noisy but after lubricating the axles and coupling rods it ran almost silently , it also crawls perfectly . The lights can be push fitted on to the lamp irons and be removed without leaving a mark which is a good feature . What I was not impressed with was Rails customer service , the loco came into stock with them on the 12th December , by the 18th December I had heard so I emailed them to ask what was happening , no reply . By this time another Bachmann loco I had on order had also come into stock a class 22 . On the 28th December I rang them and the person I spoke really couldn't have cared less , he seemed to take great delight in telling me I would not get delivery until after the new year. I said i didn't like his attitude and would cancel the order , his reply was I could do what I liked ! Rails must be doing really well if they don't need a £220 order . I then ordered online the two locos from Kernow who delivered them in 24hrs . David

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks a lot mate - glad to hear you managed to quieten yours down! I've had that with Rails before - some quite slow deliveries in the past, but the last few I've received were much more timely. Sorry to hear you had a bad experience with them - might be worth dropping them an email explaining what happened - I doubt rudeness of that kind is endorsed by management! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@brandonpurple165]

I've gotten so used to getting all my Engines with DCC Sound, I mainly Stick with Atlas and Bachmann models because they cost less but have amazing sound. I'm a Passenger Nut so I have more Passenger trains than freight.

[@SamsTrains]

Ahh I see - yeah DCC sound is much more ubiquitous in the US - most British models still ship without DCC! :O Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@thefountainpendesk]

Great review as always. Nice seeing this Loco in that livery. Also, I'm not sure if you've answered this before, is there a reason as to why you don't review more multiple unit trains

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks a lot mate - there's no reason, I have more coming soon! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@joshmason6177]

I’m looking forward to this one

[@SamsTrains]

Hope you enjoy it mate! :D

[@piggynice-06]

Very good detail!

[@SamsTrains]

I agree! :D

[@joelightrailway2362]

WOW, fantastic & excellent review Sam of the new Bachmann NER E1/J72 in beautiful apple green livery 👍👍 Now this is also the one that I like to get because of this livery, but I’m might get the LNER black livery one as I like the red rods on the driving wheels. It’s a shame that you notice a few details like axles are not painted as well the nicks on the running board, but the model is excellent with amazing details and I find it better than the old one as it has a BR number plate on the smoke box door. I hope your next Bachmann tank engine will be 9400 Class Pannier tank next as that will be the next big thing or the new Midland tanks in Midland red livery.

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks very much Joe - it is a beauty isn't it?? The 9400 would be amazing to try, you're right! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@andrewblades8368]

Hi Sam. The lamps on this model are a first for a British ready to run model. They can be hooked on and off the lamp brackets just like the real thing. Nice review and a great model . Its well worth the price when you consider all the features and the quality and finish

[@SamsTrains]

That's great Andrew - I'll have to try that! I don't know about the quality and finish - definitely some issues there - but overall a fantastic model! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@lukeslocomotives]

I thought my school would close this week, and I was ready to spend the extra time off volunteering at Locomotion, the NRM at Shildon (Where I am their youngest volunteer!). However I have just been emailed, that all NRM museums, London, Manchester, York, Shildon and the like are all closed until further notice because of the coronavirus. :(

[@SamsTrains]

Hope everything is okay with you mate, whatever happens - stay safe! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@lukeslocomotives]

Don't worry I will

[@rydermike33]

Lovely loco Sam and spot-on with your ratings. But that Bachmann price again! Thanks again, very enjoyable.

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks Mike - yeah that's the problem isn't it?! ;D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@ShitpostCentral282]

Nice loco and I love the bullman easteregg!

[@SamsTrains]

haha thank you!! :D

[@chrishines6048]

It's a very good looking loco and I like the detail

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks Chris, I do too! :D

[@covertjunction3122]

I agree about the speaker. I really don't understand why bachmann would do that. I do sometimes put DCC sound in my models, but I usually upgrade the speaker also! Great video and look forward to the videos to come :)

[@SamsTrains]

I know - speakers are easy enough to fit if required - I just resent having to buy one without asking for it ;) Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@diamond_dude1011]

I’ve got three J72s. One is BR black. One is LNER green and one my dad painted for me in BR crimson. The crimson red one doesn’t run though. My dads had them for years. edit: I've got an A1 flying Scotsman that is DC but that's it

[@SamsTrains]

Sounds amazing mate - I love the idea of a BR crimson version! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@JPoulAndersson]

Despite its price tag I actually think this is a very lovely loco - I'm so happy you got one Sam. Some people tend to dunk on Bachmann thesse days particularly concerning their price policy and they have indeed become very expensive. Even so Bachmann still ranks high in my books as one of the best British outline manufacturers. Thanks, Joachim

[@SamsTrains]

Yeah I agree overall - very lovely indeed despite the silly price! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@SammoKarm]

Looking at this video again, I've noticed that when crawling in reverse it was stopping at the same position of the wheels, this is indicating that something is catching in the mechanism somewhere. Maybe a high spot or a jagged edge on the linkage. I've had this before on other locos.

[@SamsTrains]

Yeah no doubt that's true - the wheels were hastily changed on this product at the last minute - no doubt there could be quartering issues or something similar! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@MrKenichi22]

@31:55 Ah Bullman, great seeing you again

[@SamsTrains]

Mooooo!

[@MrKenichi22]

Sam'sTrains : D

[@dansterland1824]

recently had one brought me off a family member have to say they run like a dream

[@SamsTrains]

Glad to hear that Dan - mine's certainly a great runner beyond a crawl! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@thomasfune3383]

Great review

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks mate! :D

[@Bittern19]

31:57 Bullman no DeraILIng 😐🐄🐮

[@SamsTrains]

haha yeah! ;D

[@EpicTails]

I really like this one it might be my favorite

[@SamsTrains]

Glad to hear that - yes they are lovely models! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@JustinFrazier_360]

That's amazing sam

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks a lot mate! :D

[@iceeblueburst03]

11:00 I remember you did a review on that old Bachmann NER Class E1/LNER J72 and you putted this locomotive on your “Top 5 Worst Locos for 2018”.

[@SamsTrains]

I'd forgotten it was in the bottom 5 of the year!! :O Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@iceeblueburst03]

The NER green is a little brighter than the LNER green when you put your old Bachmann E1 locomotive on the white backdrop.

[@SamsTrains]

Yeah you're right - it's quite a different livery! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@Emma-tv9nm]

Cute loco! Nice review Sam.

[@Emma-tv9nm]

The green livery looks very pretty. :)

[@SamsTrains]

haha thank you Emma - yeah I agree! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@JonasJ50]

Happy New year!

[@SamsTrains]

Happy new year! :D

[@SeanBodine]

A new intro, and a new shirt. Very nice.

[@SamsTrains]

haha thanks Sean! :D

[@richardlennards7823]

Understand that you produced this clip 2 years ago but WRT DCC sound I now update my locomotives to sound versions so I think it’s a good idea to retro fit speakers if they are good quality

[@nathanantwhistle3869]

Great Loco Sam. I have this one in one of my written stories. I call her Shauna. She comes from the NER and mainly works at Brendem station and it's branchline. She's cheeky and perky and always looking for fun and excitement. In case you haven't noticed, I name my engines after human characters from Pokemon. Also. DAMN YOU COPPA!

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks Nathan - that's brilliant, love that idea mate!! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@ToastToast]

Hey Sam, can you do some of the NYC MTA trains? I would LOVE to see them! I know that they are just subway trains and not actual locomotives, but it will be amazing to see them!

[@SamsTrains]

That would be great - thanks a lot for the suggestion, I can look into those! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@queenjohnbee3411]

That livery is just *beautiful*

[@SamsTrains]

Oh yeah! It really is! :3 Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@Lewis-bj6fv]

Lovely livery and great video

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks so much mate!! :D

[@ILikeTransport]

The reason for the speaker would be because it is often ard to fit speakers in, if its already fitted you dont have to fit (Potentially cutting away at the body).Lots of manufacturers are strarting to pre fit speakers.

[@SamsTrains]

I agree it would definitely make sound fitting easier - but the question is whether it's fair to ask non-dcc modellers to pay for DCC equipment - it's not terribly difficult to fit speakers! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@mrflightsimdude3551]

Hi Sam love your videos keep it up bro

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks very much Jacob! :D Cheers, Sam :)

[@TheLogFella]

Finally it came out

[@SamsTrains]

Yeah it did! :D

[@okdontcare8949]

I really like the e1 tank engine but my favourite is lms black five Also nice video Sam's keep it up 👍

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks a lot mate - that's a good choice, the Black 5 is fantastic! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@sonictailsx4690]

That is a really nice model.

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks a lot mate, I agree!! :D

[@skarloeyno1510]

In 1915 there was a crash at jarrow next to where I live and it involved 1 or 2 NER E1 i think the crash was caused by some singling problems and 3 trains one of them had coal from a local colary and 2 of them were passages and they collided and some coaches caught on fire

[@SamsTrains]

Ooh really?! Wow that sounds horrendous! :O Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@JRS06]

Recently got this gem of a model from a model fair for £85 (tried to get it for £70 but the seller wasn't having it). I haven't run it, but it's a beautiful model with a lot of detail. Waiting on Hornby or Hattons to make some NER coaches (if not I could substitute some NBR or LBSC ones).

[@craigthelej]

Very fair review;)

[@SamsTrains]

Thank you! :D

[@dannyh.s.1936]

I have a Dapol B4 that runs on DC and it has a Firebox glow.

[@SamsTrains]

Yeah you're right - and Dapol's flicker too, even on DC! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@tuipiricambo]

Great video Sam. Also I have a request. Could you pls review the Bachmann Devious Diesel?

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks Andrew, those do look cool - I may look into getting one! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@nicolaiitchenko7610]

I have just seen then 'new' Bachmann J72 and had the opportunity to compare it to my original Palitoy "Mainline" model. I agree with your 'noise level' comments are correct and the amount of detail on the newer model, while higher in standard and quality, is somewhat hampered in the fact that the loco has no fly wheel (which, i believe, would improve its performance immensely) and the subtle demand to go DCC is also a hindrance to those of us who prefer the 12,000 mVolts systems. I do recall that the standards of detail on the Palitoy offering was astonishing in its time and, while the newer model has significant improvements on this level, the steps are not so astounding when compared to what has come before. Performance, as mentioned is again an issue as my layout is specifically "industrial" so slow running and 'crawl' are important. I would like to see this new Bachmann offering being tested and run in DCC for comparison. Otherwise, another very clear, entertaining and valuable addition to your already impressive line up of video reviews. Thank you.

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks for that Frank, glad you could corroborate that. Yes the absence of flywheel is a shame too, given the price! Yes indeed - the mainline offering was outstanding at the time, no doubt! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@isctony]

the speaker was a big factor in it's purchase for us. it gives that opportunity to upgrade in the future. the plan is to upgrade all loco's to sound in the future but doing it his way means we can at least get the loco, run is non sound with a dcc chip and upgrade in the future

[@SamsTrains]

That's fair enough if you're going to use it - but I never will, hence my resentment for having to pay for it ;) Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@FlyingScott]

Sam has such a thought out opinion on this loco that he ran out of looping footage! 31:08 I've got my LNER black one on order, can't wait to get it running on the depot

[@SamsTrains]

haha yeah - well spotted, I had to extend it ;) Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@saltspringrailway3683]

The Palitoy J72 was the first engine I bought as a young adult. Cost in 1978? Eight pounds! As a student I had to save up for it! Looked great but having a split chassis didn't run well after a year or so. A window cleaner saw it running on my table, threw open the window and asked if that was a J72. He'd fired them in his youth in Hull. I would love to buy this version but not at that price.

[@SamsTrains]

Blimey, crazy times - if only we saw prices like that today!! That's very cool too - bet the window cleaner loved that! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@brianwatson4716]

Been looking forward to your review. I preordered a LNER J72 in March cost £106. I also run on DC. I’m on my second, first one was very noisy like a intermittent scraping sound, nearly a chuff chuff!. Slow speed was hopeless. Got a replacement last week noise slightly better slow speed similar to yours, not good for shunting. Hornby J50 100% better at £65. Evan my 1980’s J52 performs better. Supplier looking into problem waiting for a possible third model. Great looking loco such a shame can’t carry out its design duties. Don’t think I’ll be preordering again, I’ll wait for your reviews.

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks a lot Brian - sorry to hear the early one was no good - the performance certainly isn't amazing, that's very true. Absolutely - the J50 was a much better model for the money, and about twice as heavy! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@jaredt1356]

Great video

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks Jarred! :D

[@kevinhickson8099]

great vid once again sam.me personally i run both i have 3 tracks for dcc engines and 3 for dc.as i have a lot of locos were i cannot fit any decoders etc

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks Kevin - yeah I tend to run a bit of both too - it's fun! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@bigmonkey999888]

Hi Sam how about a short video on track cleaning and maintenance? New products that are available now Steve

[@SamsTrains]

That would be great Steve - I'm thinking about it! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@AdiPullen]

They are nice one is on my radar The livery of your was never on the loco Bachmann got it wrong and have admitted it but it one of there fast selling locos Keep safe arp

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks Adi - I can recommend them, but they're pretty expensive for what they are - yes I've been reading about that with the liveries! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@JonatanGronoset]

I'm a full digital convert, Sam. No more DC/analog for me!

[@SamsTrains]

haha glad to hear that - sounds fun mate!! :D

[@JonatanGronoset]

It is - when it works!

[@connorshorten6306]

Hi Sam, I haven't commented in a while, but this locomotive is great and I might order it. That is until I'm finished saving up for a custom computer(I'm building it).

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks Connor, hope you enjoy it if you decide to!! Sounds awesome - what specs are you looking at? :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@bombituico]

I immediately clicked on it as soon as I saw the beautiful steam engine

[@SamsTrains]

haha awesome - hope you like the video! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@ianhaynes5898]

Coreless motor is an interesting choice and I don't really understand it. Probably the reasoning behind the choice is the increased power, but for me, it does not seem a good use for a coreless motor. Nice looking engine though, I like the firebox glow and as I am now all DCC it would work very nicely. I must say do like the DCC sound, particulary the sound of the horn.

[@SamsTrains]

I don't understand it either Ian - I've never seen one perform as well as a good 5-pole skew wound! Hopefully these sound good on sound! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@southernheritageunit5269]

That green is Beautiful

[@SamsTrains]

I agree! :D

[@sharkymcsharknose2979]

Atlas Model Railroad have begun installing speakers in both their DC and DCC/sound N scale North American diesel models. I presume the cost difference between leaving them in and removing them is negligible. That might be the case with this Bachmann (as well as the built-in upsell). I use ESU LokSound decoders sparingly on my fleet. IMHO they are the best sound decoders on the market but are quite expensive. Many of the rest of my N scale locos are fitted with silent DCC or came from the factory with sound.

[@SamsTrains]

Yeah maybe it is pretty low - I'd like to know what they cost! I've heard great things about the Loksound chips for sure! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@michaelking2568]

LOVE apple green

[@SamsTrains]

Me too Michael! :D

[@callumb1049]

Hi sam I recently ordered the Bachmann Collectors Club j72 and im wondering what can be the main problems with them and with a coreless motor. Thank you.

[@SamsTrains]

You've just got to watch which controller you use - so no feedback controllers. They also tend to overheat, so be careful about overloading the loco. Shouldn't be too much of an issue with this as it's pretty small and has no traction tyres! Happy New Year - Sam :)

[@timsytanker]

I’ve had loads of problems with Bachmanns coreless 03. Poor running at certain speeds and really jerky movement when using DCC. For instance, it ‘jumps’ about an inch after coming to a halt. Tried five all had issues. I’m staying away from coreless from now on.

[@SamsTrains]

Sorry to hear that mate - I really don't understand it, they're useless aren't they?! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@MrKenichi22]

Awesome!

[@SamsTrains]

Thank you! :D

[@MrKenichi22]

Sam'sTrains You’re Welcome :D

[@CW56]

I ❤️ the J72

[@SamsTrains]

Me too Reny! :D

[@brianpoole7504]

Great video Sam I have purchased the late crest version of this locomotive and I am very pleased with it. However I must agree with you as far as pricing is concerned. I operate an analogue layout, so have no interest in the a speaker being fitted. There should have been an alternative non speaker version produced. I think this is the way Bachmann appears to be going on future releases, examples being the forthcoming releases of 94xx pannier tank and the LNER V2. Best wishes. Brian

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks Brian, glad you're happy with yours - the prices are silly aren't they, and I quite resent having to pay for features I won't use! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@TrainsWithDavid]

hello sam finally it comes out and this model has a livery and I will try and get my hands on one and I would give this model a 9.14/10 and I love the glowing firebox and when will the next sams trains live be on and love the video from david

[@SamsTrains]

Ooh absolutely - I can recommend this one! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@Adams-mj3qz]

Thanks for uploading Sam! You really have a major problem with that tango.. I wonder why, also are you doing a teardown of the tango following its maritime adventures? I think a large hammer would do a perfect disassembly.

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks Adam - haha it's only a joke really! A teardown might be fun though! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@robbyboy03]

Hi Sam. Your knowledge is quite extensive which is great. Can you please help me understand what a feedback controller is? Cheers mate. Love your work.

[@SamsTrains]

He Robert, thanks a lot for your kind words - the best definition is one I found on the Hornby forum: "Feedback controllers monitor the back EMF (Electro Motive Force) from the motor and vary the voltage supplied to the track in an attempt to keep the loco moving at the set speed, adjusting for climbs, descents and load etc. Rather like cruise control on a car." Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

You and me must be on the same wavelength since I just posted a video of the E1/J72 as well! 😆

[@SamsTrains]

haha awesome! Hope it goes well for you! :D Cheers, Sam :)

[@danabandaned6792]

I know you've explained why you can't put more scenery on your layout, but have you considered cutting up a grass mat to put between the rails and the carpet?

[@SamsTrains]

That's where I need to walk though - it'd just be too difficult to manage with scenery all over the floor! All the places I don't need to walk already have scenery! Thanks for watching - Sam :)