New loco - Hornby Class 43 HST with buffers

Unboxing and reviewing the new Hornby Class 43 HSTs with buffers fitted, numbers 43123 and 43065 'City of Edinburgh' (R3944). I then run the locos around the layout just by themselves and then hauling a rake of Mk. 3 coaches.

[@NewcastleCentralOOGauge]

One thing to follow-up on here is that I mentioned the loco had some issues hauling the rake of coaches on some curves. The back-to-back gauge on the unpowered car was actually pretty tight. After adjusting the wheels, it now runs much smoother and without problems. Worth checking the back-to-back gauge if you have problems.

[@cravensdmufan4449]

That is useful information, thanks Iain. My Hornby INTERCITY livery HST does struggle slightly with a rake of Mk3s (whereas the Bachmann 90 manages them easily, even propelling with a DVT) so I will check the b-t-b's on the dummy car. Thanks for the tip. Vivian

[@NewcastleCentralOOGauge]

You're welcome. I was checking performance by adding one coach at a time until I got to the point where it struggled, thinking it was the drag of coaches. Wasn't until I added the DVT it had problems. Adjusting the back-to-back gauge seems to have resolved it. I don't remember if I'd done the coaches when I got them 18 months ago. Iain

[@StormmyStormmy]

Hi, great review and unboxing, I have this same hst set, it was the second I bought after my NMT set which I love, this is a great looking set that has pride and place in my collection, the new 21 pin Railadventure hst set has the buffers fitted as well which make it look so much better in my opinion, thanks for sharing.

[@howarth004]

HORNBY s HST’s have been great , well worth adding to a layout

[@NewcastleCentralOOGauge]

Thanks! It's a great addition. And yes - I'm a sucker and pre-ordered the HST in BR Blue for the farewell tour :) Iain

[@ewoodrailway]

Looks a nice product, fits in well on your layout.

[@NewcastleCentralOOGauge]

Thanks! It is a great loco, and fits in perfectly with my memories of the era. Iain

[@cravensdmufan4449]

Very useful review of a great model. Thanks for posting.

[@NewcastleCentralOOGauge]

Thank you. It is a great model! Iain

[@ModelTrainOutsider]

Very nice HST, Iain. I do like the look of them in that livery, as well. Cheers!

[@NewcastleCentralOOGauge]

Thank you! Definitely a favorite of mine. Looking forward to the new Class 91 in Swallow livery to go with it. Iain

[@GBDT]

Good review. My train pack from Hattons also arrived this week. Looks great. Haven't been able to run it yet so it was good to see it running on your layout. Cheers, George

[@NewcastleCentralOOGauge]

Thanks, George. They're great looking locos. Detailing pieces are a bit fiddly, but add to the look. Hope you get to run yours soon and enjoy them! Iain

[@NicholassTrainChannel]

Very nice HST that one is Hornby did a really great job at it nice review.

[@NewcastleCentralOOGauge]

Thanks! Hornby definitely did a good job with it. Helps I'm a sucker for the Swallow livery! Bit pricey compared to the DCC sound equipped locos, but it is what it is. Iain

[@azuma7628]

I just discovered your channel. Nice video.

[@NewcastleCentralOOGauge]

Thank you! I'm making good progress, so hopefully you follow along and enjoy. Iain

[@rydermike33]

Beautiful models. It's such a shame to see the HST sets slowly being phased out, on the big railway. They've certainly given us sterling service. Thanks again Iain.

[@NewcastleCentralOOGauge]

Yes, I was sad to them go. But, they certainly provided a lot of service over the years. I was glad I got to ride them one last time on my last visit back to England, and I'm looking forward to riding on an Azuma. Iain

[@andylaws4247]

@@NewcastleCentralOOGauge HSTs are still in service with 3 TOCs. CrossCountry (long sets), GWR and ScotRail both operate short sets, which Hornby have also modeled.

[@foxhillrailway2252]

great HST set sir

[@NewcastleCentralOOGauge]

Thanks!

[@clivecobbold6815]

Hi lain aonther bgreat mate I really injoyed it they like great on your layout I have one home made hst power car with buffer made from a older hornby hst stay safe and well save goodbye for how clive

[@NewcastleCentralOOGauge]

Thanks, Clive! I'm happy with how these look, definitely a unique visual appearance! Iain

[@wapphigh5250]

Did the Valenta TTS sound chip you talked about work on this model?

[@rogerclark5869]

Great layout and video

[@NewcastleCentralOOGauge]

Thank you! Hope you enjoy following along. Iain

[@rogerclark5869]

@@NewcastleCentralOOGauge I love the HST like you so many memories.

[@GregPalmer1000]

You can also use the dummy one with the new Class 91 from Hornby, they used them because DVTs & Mk4 coaches werent ready for testing on the ECML

[@NewcastleCentralOOGauge]

Good to know, thanks. I do have the Class 91 on pre-order from last year, and the DVT they just announced. I did wonder if this could have paired up. Iain

[@senic3515]

The Class 43 version with buffers looks ugly the one without buffers is much much better