BEST RUNNER Of 2021 | Murphy Class 121 | Unboxing & Review

[@alanrmurphy]

The sticker is there because the Irish railways were rebranded (new logos) several times over the years. The CIE logo was the earliest for this model, the livery was updated to IR and finally IE before these locos were phased out. Murphy's models are saving on printing costs for the packaging by adding the relevant sticker to the package, that corresponds with the model livery in the box. 🙂

[@MrMasterbiker]

I manage a model shop in Ireland and I have to show every customer how to get the loco in and out of that packaging. So as to reduce the number of returns, where the customer most likely broke it when the took it out. But you're not wrong about how nice a runner they are. I highly recommend you try Irish Model Railways A-Class, if you can.

[@SamsTrains]

That's a very good idea... and I certainly don't blame you! Doesn't make any sense does it... this foam method A. does a bad job of protecting models B. is a nightmare to unpack and C. must cost much more to make than the simple vaccu-form clamshells that *every other manufacturer* sees fit to use... it sure is a strange one! Thanks for the tip on the A-class - will have to look into that! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@toyotaprius79]

I'm still waiting for some Irish steam locos 🤞🤞🤞 But the diesels in the livery are stunning - and so is their price.

[@johnmcgahern3946]

Yes you're right. I thought this was a great runner until I got my first A class from Irish Railway Models. The build quality is also far better on the A Class.

[@oscarosullivan4513]

Both out of my price point

[@alanrmurphy]

@@johnmcgahern3946 Glad to hear that, I just ordered a loco from Irish model railways today 🙂 Can't wait for them to release some Carriages soon!!

[@greenslider]

As a kid, growing up in Ireland, the fact that they were always driven cab forward (essentially backwards) drove me nuts.

[@vasili1207]

Just Irish mentality at work.. Let's do stuff half arsed and do it backwards

[@sharkymcsharknose2979]

Irish crews didn't like the visibility when run hood/bonnet forward, especially on long-distance runs. Same goes for the BR Class 20. I don't think running those classes cab foward was half-arsing it, more like the crews were dealing with a difference in operating philosophies (Irish/UK vs North American).

[@Damocles178]

@@sharkymcsharknose2979 Exactly right especially when these 121s were very similar to Single-cab American switcher locos. The biggest difference of course being that these were as you know for mainline use rather than shunting duties. If these 121s weren't in pairs; they would sometimes be turned round on a turntable. Running in pairs nose to nose with the cabs facing out did at least eliminate the need to be turned round.

[@retrocd7991]

@@Damocles178 I’m sure many who didn’t like nose first running were happy with the arrival of the 141 class 2 years later

[@Damocles178]

@@retrocd7991 Yeah. The 141 was essentially an updated version with the addition of two cabs.

[@fernandomarques5166]

This is a GM EMD GL8 which is a series of general purpose locomotives built between 1960 and 1965 for export with railroads with severe restrictions on loading gauge and height being its target market, its was capable of fitting B-B or A-1-A flexicoil trucks that could accept axels with gauges between 1000 and 1676mm, being powered by a EMD 8-567C V8 roots blown diesel engine. GL8 stands for: G = General purpose L = Light weight 8 = Powered by EMD 567C V8 diesel

[@oscarosullivan4513]

The cab is lower due to lower bridge and tunnel heights

[@fernandomarques5166]

@@oscarosullivan4513 hence the "railroads with severe restrictions on loading gauge and height were its target market". On a side note Class 121s had rather tall cabs for GL8s, most GL8s will have cab that matches the hood height, 121 have a cab height that matches the exhaust stack.

[@impy1980]

Another issue with relying on a website, even if good information and videos existed, is websites and pages/content are likely to disappear sooner or later! The advantage of good instructions on paper in the box is generally they stay there and most people keep the boxes or at put paperwork in a folder, meaning even in 30+ years when the website and/or content is long dead, the paper version usually still exists. I hate when companies rely on websites for product information/instructions!

[@diningsock3316]

Glad to see you branching out to other brands Sam! For a first impression this is a very impressive locomotive.

[@SamsTrains]

Absolutely - it was great fun to try a different brand! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@oscarosullivan4513]

Better than Intercity82.

[@retrocd7991]

THANKS FOR LITSENING TO US IRISH SAM….I’ve been that annoying bug that’s been annoying you to do an Irish loco but I hope it’s payed off

[@henryroe16]

Amazing to see you review Murphy models Sam ! Great to see a new CIE train on the track, and super nervous throughout the video, so glad it did well on the scoring ! Can’t wait to see more Irish trains & coaches in the future :)!

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks so much Henry! Yes overall this gets a thumbs up... just be careful with the packaging!! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@henryroe16]

@@SamsTrains My heart sank when you said that and the railings ! But getting into the top 10 “barely” … that’s a result :D !

[@oscarosullivan4513]

Do an Irish layout

[@joshuaW5621]

Great to see an Irish locomotive, as I live in Ireland. I also did an edit of this locomotive as a British locomotive - the Class 30.

[@SamsTrains]

It was fun to try! That sounds awesome, can I see?? Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@oscarosullivan4513]

You can convert british outline to irish but american in this case would be better

[@00models5]

At last an Irish loco! Twas lovely, love to see more Irish locos and rolling stock!

[@DistanceNsVeterans]

It kinda looks like one of our old yard switchers in America like the EMD MP15

[@Ste1952]

It’s a GM switcher

[@SamsTrains]

Yeah it does! An American design! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@Kezardin]

It's an EMD GL8.

[@DistanceNsVeterans]

@@SamsTrains your welcome

[@DistanceNsVeterans]

Ik I mean it looks like it

[@MrBnsftrain]

I really like how these locomotives look. These EMD GL8s have also worked in Brazil and Queensland (as the class 1700). I might want to get one of these to run with American freight cars

[@SamsTrains]

I do too! And amazing how far-reaching this design was! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@fernandomarques5166]

There's still a few GL8's out in the wild here in Brazil, one unit made into preservation. These little general service locos ran everything from mail to freight and shuting jobs. Real fighters they are.

[@oscarosullivan4513]

There is a book which is outdated in some ways called Modelling Irish Railways which as tips on converting british outline to irish outline

[@bentullett6068]

I think there are some matching carriages you can buy to go with this locomotive. A lot of the freight rolling stock these hauled was similar to the UK outline wagons.

[@johnneylin831]

Great video again Sam, been running one of these for the last 6 months and I'm still amazed how it runs, I have to agree with you on your review , I had a similar reaction when I opened the box. The only thing I would say about the price is most people buying this model would be Irish , which is a small market, I don't know how many of these models were made but I wouldn't think it would be large, a mighty model all the same love it .

[@SamsTrains]

Absolutely John - absolutely brilliant performers... very impressed! Sure, it's going to be a reasonably small market... which makes the half-decent price even more impressive! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@oscarosullivan4513]

Given how small the hobby is let alone Irish outline modelling

[@alannewman85]

02:54 - the labelling means 0132 is the loco number, S/TRAIN means Super Train - which is the livery.

[@corrosiveseas5807]

Ooo, my suggestion was reviewed!! :O Great video Sam!

[@4everdc302]

This was EMD's first ever fully American-built locomotives delivered to Europe.Its like our GMD/EMD SW's.🚂🇨🇦🇬🇧

[@SamsTrains]

Fascinating! Thanks for the fun fact! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@4everdc302]

Cheers

[@retrocd7991]

And what a locomotive they were, they served us well! 1961-2008…..not to mention all the American locos we got after!

[@jdpancoast1790]

And the mp15 ac and dc

[@warragulbogan]

It looks more like a Victorian railways y clas

[@richardserridge2767]

That mechanism, the etched grills that you can see daylight through and the turning hubs are amazing features! I'd say it is well worth the price. I'm not keen on American built locos, but if they fitted these features to more British locos, it would be great!

[@BattleshipOrion]

I'd get keen on US locos here soon. We're setting the new "Standards" for the rest of the world...unfortunately. see-through grills are only the start (thank Athearn), the Roller bearings on locomotives is relatively new (Scaletrains). Soon your budget engines will have brass parts, and be on par with what are now the main-stream locomotives. It's already that way here in the US, I can buy a locomotive new, with DCC & sound, and have brass parts, see-through grills, rotating bearings, and a full interior. Some manufactures are even modeling parts of the engine in the proper areas. Let's hope not though. The NMRA (our NEM) is hearing from alot of budget model railroaders, and the manufactures aint to happy about the news they're receiving. Most of them have to open budget series with locos under $100 without DCC or sound, and bare bones detail. The only detail allowed is road specific plow & lights, that's it.

[@SamsTrains]

Yep! The specs are very high indeed for sure! You can count me a fan of this! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@oscarosullivan4513]

I personally think budget locos are better off having fewer fragile detail

[@Ulsterbusman129]

Love it’s always good to see a review of an Irish model great review as usual sam

[@lukeslocomotives]

7:03 That grill caught me eye straight away

[@twinboo529]

YAY!!!!!! If you do another Irish train, can you review a 071/111 class?

[@SamsTrains]

That sounds amazing - I'll definitely look into that! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@derekmulready1523]

*Donegal Dad* did a review of the 121 loco and how to install the Decoder. episode 68. Hope this helps you. 🇮🇪🇪🇺

[@lukebarber9511]

Maybe the logo sticker is there to show which version of the CIE logo is used on that model depending on the livery/era?

[@andybones752]

I've heard of murphy before. In fact, I'm currently looking for a slightly older train set they produced in partnership with bachmann. It's called the "Irish Railway" and features a SECR Maunsell N Class 2-6-0 locomotive plus 3 LMS corridor composite coaches all painted in CIE two-tone Irish green.

[@retrocd7991]

I wanted that set for the longest time and could never get hold of one unless it was from the USA Have you tried individual dealers?

[@ChrisJNeale]

Very impressive! I did however wonder about the gauging when you checked it- Irish railways are 5'3'' gauge!

[@lostcarpark]

It runs on OO/HO track, but the people who want it to be properly scale accurate convert to run on custom 21mm track!

[@SamsTrains]

Ahh fascinating! Yes of course, wouldn't have made sense to gauge these for any other than HO/OO track! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@oscarosullivan4513]

It was a board of trade recomendation. Check modelling irish railways out

[@traintastictrains3632]

Hi Sam, excellent video and I’m so glad to see an Irish model getting your professional review treatment!! Just reminded me when you accidentally said CIA instead of CIE, the shipping form for a later Irish loco, the Class 071 (also made in the USA) was misread by American intelligence and CIA (this was duding the height of the Cold War) and do when they were shipped to Ireland, a spy followed them in a fishing boat to Dublin bay, only to find out it was a shipment of trains!! Thanks again and seeing as how you liked the 121, you might want to try Irish Railway Models’ A Class being called by many as the model of the year! IRM is also Accurascale’s sister company so it will give you ah early insight into Accurascale models!! Thanks again, Oisín

[@oscarosullivan4513]

Pity IRM discotinued their kits

[@williambabcoke248]

There is currently a steam sale on, and a lot of the train simulator routes are heavily discounted. My recommendation would be Clear Creek narrow guage and it's add on packs. Very cool route, and completely unique to train sim.

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks a lot for the heads up William - appreciate it! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@fredtedstedman]

In America this would be termed a "Switcher " shunter or branch line . a great model .

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks a lot for sharing Fred! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@paulodonoghue7478]

Very well presented and great explanations. Now to take my 121 out of the box and get it up and running.

[@agentM1991]

I have been watching your loco reviews for 3 years and noticed a trend. I feel like every time you review a diesel loco there is a good chance the crawl would be flawless while steamers it's hit or miss. Definitely the best performer of 2021 and a unique loco. At 21:59 all our freight cars have those. It is a nice feature and is called the "journal box" in US railroad language. It is nice to see new model manufacturers too other that Dapol, Hornby or Bachmann. I would love to see their passenger cars too. And you can have a complete Irish train. I don't know about passenger trains since in the US our railroads are used for freight and a set of cars is usually referred to as a set, string or block. See you soon Sam and I'll be waiting for the next review.

[@carbon1255]

It absolutely has nothing to do with the fact there is more room in a lot of the diesels, and they don't have the drive mechanism interfering, honest. But it is no guarantee at all. a manufacturer could easily use that to put lower quality motors in. Plus, diesel runners have to have something going for them as they are less mechanically interesting.

[@bluehighlander0256]

We've the cab of 133 on the Cavan and Leitrim Railway in Dromod, Co. Leitrim

[@SamsTrains]

Wow! That sounds very interesting!! :O Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@bluehighlander0256]

@@SamsTrains No worries, if you're ever in Ireland do pop in for a visit. You won't be disappointed

[@seamusmcshean260]

They are great, been collecting them since 2008.

[@presidentxd]

I remember them as a kid on push pull trains to school in the 70s.

[@SamsTrains]

Oh awesome!! Cool that you're familiar with these! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@CrystalLakeRailway]

This loco just has a pleasing look to it, and it looks nice!

[@SamsTrains]

It does! And it's very well detailed too! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@brianmicky7596]

Hi Sam. Yes it made a nice change, looks a nice engine. All the Best Brian 🤗

[@emilioi.valdez6680]

The axle boxes are making want to watch a video on the Timken Four Aces locomotive. If there's a model of that loco out there, I think Sam should take a look at it.

[@SamsTrains]

Ooh awesome! I'll have to look into that! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@marvwatkins7029]

Similar to North American 'switchers', which normally run long end front, in the steam engine 'style' for 'safety' vs. viability. Also, unlike across the Pond, these Irish units have no platforms on the ends.

[@alanhaynes4576]

Love the fact it is 00 scale. Very nice performance and ultimately that to me is the biggest and most important issue. You can always replace handrails and other parts and touch up paint but to have a loco that performs flawlessly out of the box is the Bees Knees for me. Thanks Sam. Irish Coaches sound good

[@SamsTrains]

Yeah definitely! It fits nicely with British stuff this way! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@retrocd7991]

There are a few prototypes of Irish liveries coaches abalible , 2nd hand Irish coaches coat loads and there are none abalible right now, Irish railway models are brining out northern Irish coaches soon, and some will be produced within the year However while Ireland had American diesels they used British coaches with mk2 and mk3 coaches dominating the Irish scene for decades Perhaps you could use your re-spray skill to make them yourself for a video

[@oscarosullivan4513]

The book modelling irish railways would help in that regard

[@alanrmurphy]

Yeah, we REALLY need Irish model railways to give us some Mk2 and Mk3 carriages.

[@christopherstokes9393]

2:44 - Now I want to see Sir David Attenborough narrating a railway documentary!!!!

[@tobyrowallan6037]

Funny coincidence just after I ordered one of these myself, your review popped up! It was good to know that it should be a good runner! (although I haven't run mine yet)

[@OlivierGabin]

Well, when I started to consider doing model trains again 15 years ago, I was considering buying Irish models, but found none, and decided to go for UK N gauge instead... Now, with such models, I might buy some Irish rolling stock someday. Prices are good (same as the Piko V160 if you want a comparison), no problem to buy for me in the Eurozone, and some pretty interesting vehicles, this one included. With a class 71 and a 201, that would do some interesting things to run. Not yet for me but, who knows... By the way, the Dapol GWR OO Prairie is announced for the next week, if you're looking for a review to do !

[@retrocd7991]

IRM have confirmed 13 Irish announcements next year and 2 more this year 👀👀👀👀 That’s on top of the mk2 coaches on the way and the first accurascale/IRM A class already put

[@SamsTrains]

Ahh interesting - yeah you may have an Irish avenue to try after all now! Yes I'm looking forward to the Prairie too - fingers crossed it's good! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@oscarosullivan4513]

Expensive but worth the price

[@hadrenrailway9971]

Nice seeing a review of one of these on your channel! If you were ever to review another Irish engine anytime in the near future (only if), the Irish Railway Models A class would be a splendid choice. As IRM are the sister company to accurascale, it does give a glimpse of what to expect from their locos in future, and it's looking pretty stellar thusfar.

[@retrocd7991]

Aye, A class next……Black Friday beckons

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks so much! Sure - that's definitely one to look into if people are interested! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@brianstewart3594]

Paddy Murphy never thought about confusing people lol 😁 true 😊 that livery is the super train

[@theundeniedhugo]

Epic vid Sam you deserve more subscribers

[@SamsTrains]

Thank you so much!! :D

[@DespicableJax90210]

Yessss Sam an Irish loco! Thanks for reviewing it

[@SamsTrains]

No problem!! This was great fun to look at! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@drummerdude123456]

I’m so happy you finally got one!! You should do the class 201 aswel, well… when fundage allows!! :p

[@odenviking]

I like the class 121 from cie and i like the livery also. The orange and the black is perfectly matched. To bad about the self tapping screws. and the details was many and gave the loco even a more prototypical look. Keep the reviews coming. 👍👍👍👍🇸🇪🇸🇪

[@mmprfan94]

If this goes well Sam would you concider doing NIR ( Northern Ireland Railway) GM class 111 and there numbers 111, 112 and 113. They have a beautiful royal blue livery with white NIR logo on the sides. Huge fan of your channel and being from Northern Ireland i love our trains and would love to see them on your railway.

[@Figulus]

I have heard on the news that the pandemic is worsening in Britain so I would like to wish you and your family safety and good health, especially over the coming winter months. Thanks for the video. Cheers.

[@toniandbazduffy9703]

Hi Sam. Good review. The 121 is a lovely loco but l really recommend the irm a class. It is much much better but they are selling fast here if you want one. Take care . Basil.

[@kennethallen3843]

I got to drive one of these when I was a kid across Dublin port.

[@bow-tiedengineer4453]

I'd love to see you do more of their stuff. Something different from the normal stuff.

[@SamsTrains]

Definitely! I'll be sure to look into more! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@Irish-transport]

I’m Irish and I have so many Murphy models

[@Madonsteamrailways]

Yes!! There are some Irish CIE carriages available. At least it performs perfectly!!

[@Steve14ps]

I remember these in service, often on push-pull passenger duties.

[@BottomOfTheBarrelProductions]

thanks sam a video about a irish loco is a nice surprise

[@Sohave]

That is one handsome model, but a touch up on some of the paint and glue spots with a thin paintbrush would do wonders plus a partial disassembly where the glass is taken out and the rest is given a spray with clear satin varnish.

[@berniec781]

So happy i came across this channel, love it.

[@Zebrails]

Sam, it quite resembles a GM EMD MP/SW15... But in Great Northern (US) livery. Other difference is the end cab is fully enclosed. The US version has a doorway/ steps and railing. And it was superseded by the GP15-1, adding a high-hood and nose for collision protection. John

[@harrycallaghan3057]

The hand rails just pop back into place, definitely have to be careful removing it from its packaging. Murphy models have an excellent selection of GM built locos and cravens coaches rolling stock. Also check out the new Irish railway models A class. It's in a whole different league.

[@bentullett6068]

Are there any of the steam locomotives being planned to be made ready to run?

[@harrycallaghan3057]

@@bentullett6068 not that I know of.

[@TATICMOOR]

If you are keeping this loco as set of Craven Coaches would be great with it. The new to be released Consett Iron Ore wagons by KR Models or the IRM (Irish Railway Models brand from Accurascale) Ore wagons will be great choice too for a freight train.

[@adamwilliams192]

Fascinating prototype, but more importantly an excellent runner. I think this review really shows a) You know what you are doing with reviews and b) Your scoring system is fit for purpose (as you say!) If the quality niggles were not there this would be easy too five, but they are so it’s not. Enjoyed that. Best.

[@jbird167]

Ever think of purchasing an on30 model (O scale narrow guage that runs on HO/OO track), I'd suggest the Bachmann closed street car.

[@the4tierbridge]

Sam you may not see this, but can I suggest Athearn’s HO UP 2199? It is a very nice model; DC fitted (you can also buy a DCC ready model if you want a cheaper approach), five-pole motor, cab interior, flywheel, and even working lights! If you do ever get one, I really want you to do the history section not just for class, but the engine. Why? It partially sank MV Arctic Star in 1981, after it’s train of boxcars derailed, and dragged the engine backwards, crashing into the ship’s hull, which flooded rapidly. Arctic Star was also formerly a Royal Navy Troop Transport (as HMS Royal Scotsman) and the HQ of Scientology (as MV Apollo)! The ship was later raised, and scrapped.

[@lindaoffenbach]

Great to see you doing other brands Sam. Hopefully German model stuff as well one day. Must say that I’ve never heard of this brand. For what I seem to perceive is to handle these like Roco… extremely careful because of all the high detailing. Roco is a professional train model’s brand so buyers know how to unpack them by default. The price is a steal for such a loco, from my perspective. Roco prices are at least double that, but then you won't be seeing wonky handrails and such, and packaging is indeed accordingly. This still is a great piece of kit for the money I dare say. I do agree about instructions though, but I don’t know if this is to be, or is, a settled brand targetting towards Irish professionals modellers.

[@ImmortalAbsol]

I like the website concept, had it been done right, I know you'd like to have it in your hand for that price but it saves on paper.

[@SamsTrains]

Yeah that made no sense... in other words, they couldn't be bothered to provide instructions. The savings would be 1/2p... no excuses for poor/no instructions! :( Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@HMSHOOD1920]

The cab end is the front end Sam. Says so on the paper.

[@pressconsg1697]

Finally Ha Ha! This looks delicious~ Food art x 9999~ That is some decent kitchenware you got there. That's magic powder i call it. herbs and spices. Well done.

[@kommandantgalileo]

This is the kind of quality of mechanism you'd think the big manufacturers.

[@Madonsteamrailways]

The Irish Class 121 CIE locomotive is one of the best diesel locomotives available and were in use until 1989. The model is one of the better models available. As one who prefers steam to diesel, this is praise indeed!!

[@andrewpalm2103]

I've always been a fan of the EMD SW series switchers (or really any end-cab switcher), so this Irish Class 121 looks just great to me. In the US some railroads run SWs in pairs with the cabs on the outer ends for visibility, especially when they are in "transfer service" between yards. This is usually a low speed operation, so crash protection is less of a concern.

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks for sharing Andrew - yes this is definitely one to recommend... especially as it has roots in the US of course! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@mmprfan94]

If this goes well Sam would you concider doing NIR ( Northern Ireland Railway) GM class 102, 101 and 111. Huge fan of your channel and being from Northern Ireland i love are trains and would love to see them on your railway.

[@retrocd7991]

Very hard to get your hands on those nowedays

[@felixfelix9062]

That thing is so beautiful. As a secondhand collector, I was almost offended that the tapping screws were offensive. I've seen 5-pole motors swapped out for dollar-store (poundland for you I suppose) 3-pole brushed motors.

[@DangerAngelous]

Thinking about it I'd love to see a roundup video of the single best(and worst :D) models for each rating category that you have ever reviewed

[@Iarnród_Eire]

In Ireland the 121’s around their time of service would have been pulling Cravens, Park Royal’s, Lamiates and Mark 2 coaches

[@roadstar_na6]

These cost 150€ directly from Ireland with DCC, seems like Hattons takes quite a margin there..

[@raymurph29]

I thought they sold for around e189 DC? E150 DCC is a great price

[@thundervr8441]

Love your videos and it’s so funny how the electricity stopped 🤣🤣 on the model world

[@2adbty444]

If I remember correctly, early Murphy models were done in connection with Bachmann

[@SamsTrains]

Ahh interesting, thanks for sharing! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@pettra1]

Hi Sam. Despite its minor faults on quality, this is a really good runner. It would be challenging to know what rolling stock you could use with them (apart from freight). That said, the crawl is excellent as is the running and near silence whilst running. It must be fitted with a 5 pole motor, surely. Am sure the flywheels help no end too. Its weight ensures it is a good puller. Best, Pete.

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks a lot Pete - yes overall this gets a pass from me! I think some suitable coaches are in the works, pretty sure I read something about that! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@Ste1952]

@@SamsTrains my reply keeps getting deleted?

[@daneoconnor6457]

MK2D Craven coaches are still available to purchase from Murphy models in some shops here in Ireland that would run perfectly with them!

[@Ste1952]

@@daneoconnor6457 absolutely. Or Tara mines wagons or ballast or gypsum trains

[@daneoconnor6457]

@@Ste1952 or if you're one a budget repaint some Dapol ventilated vans and 5 plank wagons, transfers from Railtec and you could build a rake of wagons cheaply enough if you don't mind a few inaccuracies

[@ArcadiaJunctionHobbies]

Ah you dipped into Irish rail modelling. Cool.

[@davidchambers7508]

I must commend how you produced this review of the CIÉ (B)121 class loco. The designation on the label S/Train is an abbreviation for Supertrain, the livery worn by this loco introduced with the Supertrain mark 2d carriages circa 1973. (The later Irish Rail white stripe livery is colloquially referred to as Tippex livery). I reckon that you were quite comprehensive in reviewing this loco. One issue though which would be worth considering is the ease of converting this loco to 21mm gauge, Irish gauge in 4mm scale. The Irish Railway Models A class can be readily converted to 21mm gauge by pushing out the wheels on their axles.

[@freebrickproductions]

What a nice loco, some matching coaches would definitely go well with it. The locomotive's base in the EMD SW-series is very apparent, it literally looks almost exactly like the ones they're based on, just with a shorter cab and and no walkways in front of the cab or behind the hood. Also, in terms of "see through" value on locomotive hoods IRL, at least some GE Dash-8s seem to be that way underneath the flared radiators and the EMD "tunnel motors" (built for the Southern Pacific and Denver & Rio Grande Western railroads), as well as the latter's GP15-1/GP15T locomotives, which all had lowered air intakes (designed for the tunnel motors) to prevent them from pulling in as much exhaust in tunnels. Also, now you just need to get an EMD SW-series switcher to go with it, lol.

[@SamsTrains]

Sure - would be awesome to get some proper coaches! Yeah it sure does look very EMD! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@Fangs-jo4bq]

Have you done a review of the JNR class D51 locomotive?

[@naomithatcher519]

this class of locomotive reminds me of the class 20

[@davidstrains4910]

Decent looking locomotive Sam, not something I would go out of my way though mainly because I only do British stock.

[@SamsTrains]

That's fair enough David - glad you liked the looks of it anyway! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@oscarosullivan4513]

Black and orange is an aqquired taste

[@srajfnly2]

@Sam’s Trains I thought Murphy Models said that the cab was the rear end

[@paulweston8755]

fab review as always Sam 👍

[@Noodlewerfer]

Fantastic looking model, I was blown away by the rotating axle boxes. It was nice to see what an Irish train looks like. Do you know if they were modified for running cab forward in real life? Normally on American diesels with that type of design, they would run with the cab in the back.

[@SamsTrains]

I agree - I wasn't aware of that feature, and it's very impressive! Yeah I think cab would go at the back... but it's interchangeable of course! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@GinoACosta]

Sam, and everyone, Happy Thanksgiving from over here in the States --- oh, wait --- lol lol lol😀

[@samuraifool912]

Interesting Video Sam. Shame about those Self tapping Screws. Thats a Rather Disappointing fail..! But love the Rotating Axel boxes..! But the Hand Rail issue looks like a Disaster waiting to happen. But Overall not Bad work..! Cheers kim in Downunderland. 😎

[@matbeech7518]

Has a resemblance to our Australian y class Victorian railways diesel locomotive

[@davidmolin8944]

Oh hey looks like the Irish got the British real good in this locomotive. Other locos should def have this level of features that this one had

[@SamsTrains]

Yeah they sure did! It's up there on price, but just about delivers! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@davidarnold8186]

Great review Sam! Interesting to note the difference between loading gauges of UK & Irish stock. Speaking of rolling stock, perhaps with a bit of research a rake of sugar beet wagons would make a great project for your printer. _David

[@SamsTrains]

Very interesting idea David - I'll look into that! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@oscarosullivan4513]

And the cement, ammonia, keg loads, brake vans

[@bentullett6068]

The gauge was the same as the UK railway network as the majority of rolling stock and steam locomotives were imported from the UK mainland. When it came to diesel's of this era Ireland required a similar powered diesel to trains found in the UK but due to being a smaller country they had to have more compact sized locomotives and these American switcher locomotives were suitable in size and power for their needs.

[@Ste1952]

@@bentullett6068 Irish rails are 5 feet 3 inches apart, so a bit wider than those in the UK

[@bentullett6068]

@@Ste1952 did not know that. Thanks for the information.

[@Madonsteamrailways]

Exactly!! Well reviewed!! It’s got a wonderful mechanism, but there still have to be some kind of issues with it!!

[@XCrawlFan]

Well done (mostly) Murphy!

[@williambennett6436]

Superb video great engine super Christmas gift

[@Madonsteamrailways]

The locomotive had a large gap inside so that the air can circulate. The model is absolutely prototypical in that respect.

[@TANGARASandOSCARS]

Could for future reviews, a few tests be added? 1. Reversing thru 2nd radius points (with reverse curve, i.e. right then left, or vice versa) 2. Traversing 1st radius; irrespective of if the box says it possible or not

[@Georgeconna32]

Handrails probably dislodged by heavy mits I'd say, took me 10 seconds to find the MM Packaging instructions with a google. Also instructions on the MM site giving DCC installation instructions re the top panel if you care to check. Why in Earth would you unscrew the body to install the decoder when there is a panel in the roof. plastic vs Metal buffers list you the Benefits there, Once weathered you wont know anyhow.

[@thebugzone2568]

Agreed, the high and mighty attitude gets tiresome at times. Complaining about lack of info on the label when it clearly says CIE Supertrain. Or Complaining about the large CIE sticker on the box. Needless waffle, and yes, why on earth would you unscrew the body??

[@JDsHouseofHobbies]

When I first saw the thumbnail for the video, I thought you picked up another American loco. Very similar to our NW/SW switchers here in the US. Another thing that I noticed; Murphy Model's logo look suspiciously like EMD's old logo!