Planet Industrials Kerr Stuart "Victory" REVIEW - 00 Gauge Model Railway

[@harrytodhunter5078]

£135 for the standard model is pretty good for a loco this size, especially one from a relatively new manufacturer! These little engines look so good, and the plain liveries are great for people who want to customise them.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Yeah it does feel quite reasonable especially considering the amount of metal on it! I definitely think going for mostly plain liveries was a deliberate choice by Planet Industrials to encourage people to make each model their own. It's a really interesting approach and one I don't think we've seen properly in RTR. Thanks for watching 😃

[@treinenliefde]

Yes the liveries are really nice! The simple, customisable livery was one of the main reasons I was drawn to this model. There were various engines that actually had BR logo's, so that'll be interesting to model as well.

[@bryantan863]

Yeah man. 135 pounds is a very reasonable price for a brand new model.

[@gregmacdonald927]

Absolutely incredible crawl speed. Other manufacturers take note: this is what we want! Proper gearing. Sensible speeds.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Yeah it does make me wonder why manufacturers have all this top end speed in locos that often goes unused when it's the slow speed we all tend to care about. Thanks for watching 😃

[@davestott750]

Great video. Love your concept of "what if" preservation. I will have some of that on my railway.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Thanks Dave! Yeah it's a nice theme to have. I try to keep it sensible - for me it's mostly small industrial locos like the Victory that could have realistically been preserved - rather than things like the Hush Hush which only tends to come out for full on Rule One running sessions 😂 Thanks for watching 👍

[@modelrailwaynoob]

I bought two and I really like them. I bought the IW&D and ROD versions. I have posted two different films of them. It was a long wait but well worth it.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

It has been a bit of a wait hasn't it but definitely worth it in my view and I hope these are a big success for Planet Industrials. Thanks for watching 😃

[@TankEngine97]

These are certainly beautiful models. I wish Planet Industrials good luck for the future.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Yeah it's a fantastic first release from them and I'm excited to see what they do next. Thanks for watching 😃

[@edwardvincentbriones5062]

I’ve searching the real loco on YT while watching this video and, though it doesnt show the real thing, the model has an IW&D grey and ROD black. Really interesting stuff!

[@modelrailwaynoob]

I have only seen two surviving photos of the real thing. They are rare.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Yes there's a few different liveries Planet Industrials are offering along with the Rails Of Sheffield exclusive ROD one. They did originally propose a black with red lining version too which I think would have looked stunning - maybe one for a future batch. Thanks for watching 😃

[@thepoltroon992]

for 130 quid not bad at all i definetly want this. it's looks like a very good puller. thanks for the review mate apreciate it 😄

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Yeah I think it's quite reasonable really, considering it's from a smaller company and given how much of the model is made from metal too. Thanks for watching 😃

[@adam_fordham]

What a fantastic little loco, it's very unique and I love the livery on it and it's a great runner as well, definitely one of the best models I've seen in a while 😀

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

It certainly ticks all the boxes doesn't it. A great first effort from Planet Industrials in my opinion! Thanks for watching 😃

[@awesomealbertt1150]

Good job releasing the video a few hours before Sam’sTrains’s review! (For clarification I’m a member so I get to watch the vids early.)

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Ahhh good to know! Mind you I don't think Sam will mind - he'll blast past my view count pretty quickly I imagine 😅 Thanks for watching 👍

[@NicholassTrainChannel]

Nice review mate. Planet Industrials is a brand that I have never heard of before. For there first RTR locomotive they have done a good job and I recon they will be quite popular. - Nicholas.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

They're pretty new to scene - certainly in the case of RTR models but in the past they have done various kits to modify exciting locos into slightly more obscure prototypes. The Victory is a fantastic first attempt though and I wish them all the best of luck with it. Thanks for watching 😃

[@Shauniboy1984]

Great review sir, I thought this was a bit to similar to that 16" hunslet thats coming for me to stump up another 130 odd squid

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Interesting, I suppose for my point of view and knowing a bit about industrial locos I can see quite a few differences between this and the Hunslet - but I appreciate that to a lot of people industrial locos can look very similar. It'll be interesting to see if that has any knock on effects with it being released so close to the Rapido Hunslet. Thanks for watching 😃

[@Shauniboy1984]

@@ThatModelRailwayGuy certainly agree there are differences for sure - Im trying to kick the 0-6-0 habbit lol so being a little pickier with my purchases these days - also the hunslet Ive ordered is based on one from just up the road so that really swung it

[@Kaisersaurus]

looks lovely

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

It's definitely a nice addition to the layout! Thanks for watching 😃

[@Coolman227_]

This engine looks very similar to “The Flying Duchess”, if I ever get this, I’m getting the green one and make it look like it. Fun fact, the flying duchess is actually preserved

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Yes it's not too far off in looks. The Flying Duchess has a sister loco preserved here in the UK and I think they're both Hawthorn locos rather than Kerr Stuarts like the Victory. Certainly a good starting base though. Thanks for watching 😃

[@terrier_productions]

I'm going to buy the plain black one and put it into the Great Central Railway's lined black livery. I did an edit of what it might look like on my computer last night and it suited it expecially as this locomotive would look superb infront of my 3 hornby LNWR liveried 6 wheeled coaches..

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Nice, now that sounds like a really cool "what if" sort of moment. Thanks for watching 😃

[@Shauniboy1984]

GCR for the win 👍

[@BrecknockValley]

Another great review and another great model! Having had this on preorder myself from Day 1 it is definitely a very decent loco, the smooth speeds are probably some of the best I’ve seen!

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Yeah the slow speed especially is incredible and it does make you wonder why other manufacturers don't gear for better slower speed more often. Thanks for watching 😃

[@tagsdm]

That is a nice one, That Model Railway Guy. Well detailed, an excellent runner, and respectable price. I'd grab one (maybe two) in a second for my industrial or heritage layout. Footplate detail is great. Customizable parts is also a great idea and photo-etched plates are a nice accessory. It seems rather large for an industrial loco, almost as large as a Jinty. It will be the "big" loco on some layouts. Another great review, my friend!

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

It's definitely a really nice model and I'm very happy with mine. It's certainly a big beastie for an industrial loco but I think that's partly why I like it so much. Thanks for watching 😃

[@SteamintheNorthWest]

These are lovely little locos. I think leaving the livery open to interpretation is a good move by Planet Industries as the whole business is about scratch building and custom kits so being able to add your own name really works with that philosophy

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

It definitely works well with the whole industrial theme of the release too and gives everyone plenty of options rather than being shoehorned into a specific name/number for each livery. Thanks for watching 😃

[@madduckuk]

Are other peoples lamp irons as wonky as they are here? Apart from that it looks like a great model, nailing the performance on the first go is super encouraging.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

I only have experience with my model so I can't comment. However I will say that it's much more apparent in the extreme close ups than it is in real life. I only noticed it myself afterwards when I was editing the video, which I why I didn't mention them. Thanks for watching 😃

[@londonbrightonsouthcoast]

This little model looks really good. I love the shade of red. Also, I need a bit of advice. What’s the easiest way to accomplish tramways that goes through towns? I wanna start a narrow gauge tramway, and I want it to be designed somewhat like a tramway that goes through a town, something similar to Toby’s old line from the RWS

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

It's a brilliant first effort from Planet Industrials isn't it! For tramway track check out my video on Inset Track from earlier this year - I did it to create hardstanding inside a shed but the same process could be applied to a tramway too. Thanks for watching 😃

[@paulisnotonfire]

A really fair review on this and I can agree on pretty much all points with it. Was really impressed with the slow speed and how well it was put together. They really did a fantastic job on this and even though I sent mine back for a replacement due to a couple issues, they've been excellent with their customer service. Also, the lined grey version is just a really beautiful model to look at. If they do have another RTR model in the works at some point, I'd definitely consider it. Cheers

[@treinenliefde]

Well they're already measuring up their next prototype (saw it being teased on an Instagram post ) so it won't be too long before we know what's next in store as an rtr model from them.

[@BrecknockValley]

@@treinenliefde sounds interesting will be a good thing to see if they can pull another brilliant model out of the proverbial bag!

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Yes the slow speed is really impressive. A shame that you had to send yours back but it's good to know that their customer service is on point too. I have to admit I was really tempted by the lined grey version too! Thanks for watching 😃

[@ModelRailwaysUnlimited]

Hi, just ordered one in their December 23 sale. £99 post paid. Went for the grey one. Some reviews say they run noisy, surely a bit of lube would fix that? How you been getting on with your.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

I have to admit I was severely tempted to get a second one when I saw that sale! Yeah mine was a little noisy at first but has gotten more quiet with time/additional running. To be honest though, I have it sound fitted now so I don't notice it as much. Certainly no problems with the running though, it's one of the best runners I have! Thanks for watching 😃

[@peterkazmierczak7273]

An interesting review in a nice gentle style. The running straight out of the box was most impressive. One suggestion, if I may, would be to take off the body so we can see the motor etc. Was it 5-pole? Was there a flywheel? Regards.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Thanks Peter, glad you enjoyed it. It's definitely a fantastic runner and has definitely been geared to respond nicely at those slow shunting speeds. There is definitely a flywheel in there and I believe it's a 5 pole motor too. Thanks for watching 😃

[@bentullett6068]

I have been looking into these and it's a hard choice between the red or green livery, although I did see a 0 gauge model of this loco running on a layout in the green at the show at Gaydon Motor Museum and it did look rather fetching in that livery.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

They've definitely come up with some nice liveries for this, all which are really nicely suited to the industrial theme. For me the red coupling rods on this version just sold it for me over the green version. Thanks for watching 😃

[@willbreckinridge8010]

Such an interesting little engine! Industrial engines are always fun. Have you thought about lettering the tanks with anything? Maybe you could letter it for the little factory on Pickwick yard, just an idea. Great video :)

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

One of the original engines that carried this livery was named Francis so I'm thinking about getting some custom made nameplates to recreate that loco as best as I can. Thanks for watching 😃

[@Trainsofthemidlands]

Awesome video, first time in a while I’ve thought the price was a bit low for the level of detail you get. Think I’ll have to try and grab one 😅

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

It actually is a pretty decent price for the standard version - even the sound fitted ones aren't as high as I would usually expect. Thanks for watching 😃

[@kylemaccauley6065]

I got the green version and I like it and it is really nice so I might do a few tweaks for when I make a lego version of this

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Nice, I was tempted by the green one too but the red version won out for me in the end. I can imagine a square loco like this would work well in LEGO form! Thanks for watching 😃

[@darkfrag83]

Random question....are you visiting the Warley show this year?

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Hi Matt, it's unlikely as I believe I'm rostered on the Polar Express that weekend 😅 Thanks for watching 👍

[@railwayjade]

What a BEAUTY

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

It really is! A great Victory for Planet Industrials I think 😉 Thanks for watching 👍

[@treinenliefde]

Oeeeh it definitely looks great, I have the exact same model on order, but decided to wait because my layout doesn't yet exist haha. I really quite like the colour, and it's almost a shame to weather it haha. But yeh, the extra steps and boxes are a bit of the design philosophy of Planet Industrials, with them being kit designers foremost. I remember them having ideas for 3d printed parts in the future, such as a cut down cab or giesl injector, to model Victories in various phases of their lifes.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Yes certainly coming from the background of being kit designers to modify existing locos you can definitely see that has carried over into their ethos for the Victory. Hopefully it won't be too long before your sound fitted one arrives. Thanks for watching 😃

[@ianmerrison7097]

Looks a cracking little workhorse of a loco. Can't fault 135 quid for an analogue version as well. Cheers 😀

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Absolutely, I definitely think it's going to see a lot of use on all my 00 gauge layouts. I'm really enjoying running it at the moment. Thanks for watching 😃

[@derekloudon8731]

What a fantastic mover, other manufacturers please note!!

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Yes it's amazing that a newcomer has entered the hobby and first time of asking has produced a model that blows a lot of others out of the water when it comes to the running qualities. Thanks for watching 😃

[@AdiPullen]

Hi mate I hope you are well? The livery reminds me of the triang red polly I noticed alot things on your was bent and not fitted fully and few glue marks too. It looks like it runs OK to Thank you for sharing your models with us Keep safe ARP

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

It does look a bit like beefy version of the triangle Polly doesn't it. Yeah there's a couple of things that are bent but it's not really noticeable with the human eye. Bear in mind that these are very harsh closeups that magnifies everything. Thanks for watching 😃

[@AndrewCooper-eo7oh]

£130 + £5 p&p at rails of sheffield lovely little model I have the same as you. Great video thanks.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Awesome! It's a great little loco isn't it. I think they'll be finding good homes on many layouts to be honest. Thanks for watching 😃

[@Northerner_Transport_Hub]

When will there be a decent model made for the younger target market? I'm a teenager and can only afford 1 new model a year. Frustrating that nobody's thought of tailoring to the younger audience. For instance Dapol's Hawthorn Leslie tank has increased in price by like 10-20%, and I was looking forward to purchasing one of those...

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

It is a bit of a shame that there isn't anyone who has really tackled this market properly. I think the issue is that, even if you were trying to make a range of models for a younger/more budget conscious audience, the cost in making those models is still quite high which pushes up the price. Just look at the Bachmann Thomas range for example. That said, I'd definitely take a look at the Oxford Rail J27 - it's fairly simple engine but a really good runner, great detail and they can often be picked up new for under £100. Thanks for watching 😃

[@Northerner_Transport_Hub]

@@ThatModelRailwayGuy cheers yeah ill take a look at it. I'm quite a fan of the J27s, despite the fact of their rather fat smokeboxes

[@TheSteamdriver]

Looking forward for my black one to turn up

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Awesome! The black one looked great too. If they had done it with the red lining (which I think was one of their proposed liveries) I would have definitely gone with that one. Thanks for watching 😃

[@TheSteamdriver]

@@ThatModelRailwayGuy I am still waiting for it as I went for the customised option but I am hoping to get it soon and looking forward to running it now that I have seen your video

[@nathanswales828]

can i have the link to the loco in case if i want to buy it please?

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Check out LightRailwayStores.co.uk or RailsOfSheffield.com - they're both selling the Planet Industrials Victory. Thanks for watching 😃

[@benstrainsandthings]

Splendid model!

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Isn't it just! Thanks for watching 😃

[@bluebellModelrailway]

Would say they have the balance just about right, the running at slow speed looks perfect, building kits and also modifying rtr which body shells for industrial use it's a challenge to get a good slow speed running, weight and controllability... All 3 of those are down to motor and flywheels, the weight and aids pickup plus sprung axle... It's very unusual to have less lining... 😅Having just designed some for my kit.. who the hell puts so much lining on small industrial locos.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Yeah the slow speed is incredible - nice and consistent too. You're right in that it's all of those things combined that get a nice running loco, it definitely seems to be geared to favour those slower speeds too. Best of luck with your kit and the lining and thanks for watching 😃

[@nicholasbishop3300]

Nice little runner Nick Australia

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

It's a brilliant runner isn't it! Thanks for watching 😃

[@ItsTrainFun]

I need it!! I got a live steam black version!

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Live steam?! Presumably in a larger scale then 😅 Thanks for watching 👍

[@ItsTrainFun]

@@ThatModelRailwayGuy hahaha yes, it's on scale 1:32. Running on 45 mm track outside of the house!

[@kylemaccauley6065]

Very nice looking tank engine and I found the green version and it looks nice corse green is my favorite color

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Yeah the green one is really nice too. I had a hard time choosing between that and the Maroon one. Thanks for watching 😃

[@kylemaccauley6065]

@@ThatModelRailwayGuy I saw the lined green one on rails of Sheffield and I got to say it’s got my attention and it looks like one that should be in my collection

[@LisbonRailProductionsandF1]

Amazing video of the model trains, I like it 5 stars, keep up the great work, my friend, Greetings from Portugal to the UK.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching 😃

[@LisbonRailProductionsandF1]

@@ThatModelRailwayGuy oh yeah, mate.

[@kevinburt3075]

How long do you run locos in for ?

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Hi Kevin, I usually do 30mins in each direction at about 50% speed. Hope that helps and thanks for watching 😃

[@IronHorseRailways]

So a relatively unknown in the RTR world was able to: Design and tool a NEW model. Make that model from mostly DIECAST. Fitted it with a SOUND decoder. Bring it to market for RRP of £245 How is that even possible?LOOK AT THAT CAB DETAIL!!!!! MEANWHILE: Hornby pushing old tooling 08 for £185 DCC ready... Hmm

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

I don't think it's a fair comparison in reality. Bear in mind that Hornby is a much larger company, with a lot more going on. They're also not in the best financial state either which is perhaps why they've identified a popular model in their range and are looking to extract as much profit from it as possible. Meanwhile Planet Industrials is a much smaller operation working on a single project. That's not to say I agree with Hornby charging that much for an older loco but I don't think it's fair to compare the two companies when they're at vastly opposite ends of the spectrum. Thanks for watching 😃

[@IronHorseRailways]

@@ThatModelRailwayGuy you would have thought that a larger company could bring models to market for less... This planet industries loco is seemingly remarkably good value either way you slice things... The big boys need to take note here 😂

[@Beatlefan67]

The Industrial Model Railway site on Fb have various comments about this loco, mostly good, although the fact the dome looks like it is not fitted as it would in the real world i.e. separate, is a bit of a downer.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Interesting, yes I'd heard that about the dome mentioned before. It's still a fantastic loco though considering it's their first attempt at a RTR model. Thanks for watching 😃

[@Beatlefan67]

@@ThatModelRailwayGuy I guess they're being a bit fussy but I'd happily have it on my industrial layout. Your review was very good, thanks - I have definitely decided I need one now as the slow-running ability is clearly perfect. Sadly Santa didn't bring one. Oh well...

[@railfanpolska]

Big LIKE 👍🙂

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching 😃

[@bryantan863]

Man, that Kerr Stuart Victory model from Planet Industrials is such a good looking because it has all the top quality features which anyone who wants to buy 1. I would love to buy this model.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

It certainly does, definitely a fantastic effort for their first RTR model. Thanks for watching 😃

[@AllensTrains]

Good review. It makes a change from 'Sam's Trains' pontificating! Thanks for uploading.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

Everyone's entitled to an opinion and I definitely think Sam provides a great service with the sheer amount of models he reviews. That said, I tend to err towards a more positive take in my videos. Thanks for watching 😃

[@michaelwhiles5282]

Very tasty 😎

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

It's a really nice loco isn't it. Thanks for watching 😃

[@stevebarnes2]

I picked up the IW&D one it's an absolute monster next to the other industrial locos on my layout.

[@ThatModelRailwayGuy]

It certainly is a beast for an industrial loco! They're deceptively large when next to something like a J94/Austerity for example. Thanks for watching 😃