Unboxing the Hornby 'White Pullman' Train Pack

A review of this special edition 'White Pullman' set from Hornby, featuring the gorgeous N15 Sir Lavine locomotive.
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[@nnrfanoldaccount]

Sam, I could watch you all day!

[@SamsTrains]

You're very kind mate! :)

[@dwaynejohnson4892]

I do watch him all day! He’s better than Netflix.

[@petergrossett6763]

I wanted a review of the N15 so thanks. Great purchase, greater evaluation. Some buys really prove themselves through running. So thanks.

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks Peter, much appreciated mate - yes I can recommend the N15 overall! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@petergrossett6763]

@@SamsTrains Bought 30799 Sir Ironsides weathered BR early crest yesterday Hattons second hand. I think it’s unsold discontinued stock. As I child I travelled from Fife to Holland on holiday. Night sleeper from Waverley to Kings Cross behind A3 Night Hawk. Then from Victoria to Dover behind King Arthur Class Red knight in May 1962. There ware only four of the class left, and Red Knight was withdrawn and scrapped 1953, due to cracked frames. Compared to Night Hawk A3 I was highly disappointed with the N15. The Southern have nothing to be ashamed about these lovely engines. Well done Hornby! Well done Sam!

[@ianhaynes5898]

I just watched this as I had a Sir Lamiel arrive just after Christmas, which is very similar and I realise the vacuum pipe at the front on mine is in the place where the coupling should be! Fortunately it came out easily and I see the correct hole for it, thanks to your video.

[@SamsTrains]

Ahh is that so? I wonder how they managed that?? Glad you like the model though, have a very happy new year! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@StuartJohnModels]

The way you present your reviews is enough for me to go and buy these models. Really like this set and on the look out for one thanks

[@SamsTrains]

+Stuart JohnModels Thanks very much for the kind words - there's not too many of these about but if you see one, do it - they're great detail and value make this one very worth-while! Cheers, Sam

[@richardsweeney197]

Lydia, in standard Pullman colours (with brown band above the windows) was part of Sir Winston Churchill's Funeral train, it was the coach for his Family, it was also part of General Eisenhower's train in France after the D-day invasion.

[@SamsTrains]

That sounds grand, thanks for sharing Richard! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@John-Tropi]

Another comprehensive and entertaining review as always, Sam. Thank you. What a bargain, although the passage of a few intervening years has made a colossal dfference to what might be considered reasonable prices for model railways! At 14:42, amusing, but cringingly so, to see the rear-most loco driving wheels rotate a significant amount without producing any forward movement until the sloppy connecting rods take up enough excess slack to actually turn the front two drivers! Possibly the worst example I've seen of the inherent problem in relying on flimsy model con rods to transmit power smoothly or effectively. All the more disappointing to see this incongruity in one of the smoothest slow running startups I've ever seen! Rather a let down on an otherwise excellent little loco.

[@RidiculousRailways]

Just got this set for myself! Watching your review to prepare for the big delivery day!

[@SamsTrains]

Awesome!! They are absolutely amazing - really hope you enjoy! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@TheTrainMaster15]

So smooth. The linkage looks wonderful static and in motion

[@SamsTrains]

+TrainMaster15 Thanks, that's one of the reasons why she's my favourite! Cheers, Sam

[@sewingman1]

Lovely loco and coaches Sam, It`s good to see your trains running at a realistic speed. Richard.

[@SamsTrains]

+sewingman1 thanks very much, it all works much better at a slower speed! Cheers, Sam

[@Wilso-cy2io]

Another great video Sam, nice set first time I have seen one. Regards John Oz.

[@SamsTrains]

+Wilso 1947 Thanks very much John, these sets are absolutely gorgeous - I was so pleased to be able to get one! It's one of the few times I've actually bought something from a model shop! Cheers, Sam

[@des10july1946]

Great review Sam fantastic looking locomotive n coaches ......

[@SamsTrains]

+des humphreys thanks very much - I do love this one! Cheers, Sam :)

[@kieranbricker3278]

Sam'sTrains I want to start a train layout just like yours it looks super cool

[@kieranbricker3278]

Sam'sTrains do they have one of these sets in Bachmann

[@diedertspijkerboer]

That was indeed a wonderful train pack. I really enjoyed watching it, as I did the reviews of the Excalibur train pack. I really love train pack reviews, and I remember you saying in a vid that you enjoy train pack unboxings as well. Hence the following suggestion : Have you ever considered doing a review of a locomotive and companion coaches you bought separately, but reviewed together as a kind of "home-made train pack" review? It could also contain a discussion of various coach choices for the train, or a discussion of buying options for the same style of coach, but for different quality levels / manufacturers / age of model etc. Anyway, thanks for making all the great vids!

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks so much, really glad you enjoyed this one - I just love this pack! I could certainly try something like that one day - very good idea! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@michaelaldred6529]

A stunning train pack loco runs so smooth .

[@SamsTrains]

Yeah it is - still my favourite train pack even after all this time! :D Cheers mate, Sam :)

[@chambs123]

Hi mate...great video & a great set. I don't have this one so it was fab to see it running on your layout. Next time I see you I will tell you what the problem is with the derailment of the coaches that you have been having. Best from me, John.

[@SamsTrains]

+chambs123 Thanks a lot, glad you liked it! And great, thanks it'd be great to learn how to fix it! :D Cheers, Sam

[@ciaranburke3243]

Nice review sam, note the lack of glue marks finger prints and badly detail, beautifully put together, hence mordren stuff 👍

[@SamsTrains]

Yes that's actually very true - it was very nicely put together! Merry Christmas - Sam :)

[@SimonLivertonCentral]

Nice video Sam, I have the same loco, I don't have the coaches, and like yours it runs very well. The Ambulance set I bought is now looking good with the replacement tender, and also runs well...Simon

[@SamsTrains]

+Simon Young Well done on a good find, these are some of Hornby's best! Glad to hear the ambulance is now up and running properly! Cheers, Sam

[@JaeV2000]

Ooo iv been waiting to see this. There is one in the shop for £170 and it is so nice. Great video enjoyed as always

[@SamsTrains]

+GWR23 Studios gosh that's a lot, mine was new at £112! Cheers, Sam

[@fredblair8230]

18:00 "We're sorry but train services are suspended due to hairs on the line" :D lol seriously though this is the kind of layout I want to do in my bedroom, snaking around and under furniture and as long a route as possible, great stuff.

[@SamsTrains]

haha yeah exactly, never mind leaves on the line! Yeah it's the most fun kind of layout really - I've always loved mine! All the best, Sam :)

[@bushgirl101]

Whenever I remove the coal I just put a handful of crusher dust in there. I did go back and glue it.

[@SamsTrains]

+JRD B (Everything Lego21) That's a great idea - thanks a lot for the tip! Cheers, Sam :)

[@tryffan-ddu009-layout9]

Sam, you never mentioned the weight!! Any die-cast? Or have I missed it?

[@thezucchinis909]

Great video I love this train but I do not have it

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks so much! I love this too - it's a shame they didn't make more :/ Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@nathanantwhistle3869]

Who came up with the idea for a Pullman coach. I mean they're fancy and all, but what happens if they hit some bumpy track? Will the food go everywhere?

[@SamsTrains]

I guess they were designed to take a fair bit of rough riding, but generally posh trains like these wouldn't be going on any dodgy track work! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@lorenzosdeadchannel]

Nathan, pullman coaches were only really ever used for express services on the mainline where the track was (most of the time) very well maintained and smooth.

[@chaturongarchary9773]

Supposedly plain or field sceneries with light blue sky background would look better than those fake mountains that are strongly against those refined models.

[@tomtative]

Hey Sam, I have a question about real life trains; do Pullman coaches/ trains also run on LNER and BR services? Great video, lovely set! :)

[@SamsTrains]

I'm not absolutely certain - but I think Pullmans were around for quite a long time - I don't have any dates though! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@tomtative]

Thanks for replying, Sam! :)

[@lorenzosdeadchannel]

@@tomtative Yep, Pullmans were used rigth up until the end of steam (and after) by all "big 4" companies and BR.

[@GWR-fd1up]

Looks really good. I am thinking about maybe getting the hornby n15 30792. Do you recon these n15s will get round 2nd radius curves?

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks very much mate! Ahh very nice - yes they run fine on 2nd radius! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@GWR-fd1up]

Thanks for the reply. Do you also know if the hornby 52xx or 42xx will get round 2nd?

[@lorenzosdeadchannel]

@@GWR-fd1up 99 % of RTR models will manage 2nd radius fine, althought to bare in mind (especially bigger engines) will look very unrealistic and also you can not apply any of the fancy details and if its a pasific you won't be able to run it with the realistic falged pony wheel. The only model i know of that does not like 2nd radius is the bachmann 9F (amazing model), with that one you really shouldn't go under 3rd radius.

[@mariebcfhs9491]

So this is the White Pullman pack... Where is the Darth Pullman pack?

[@SamsTrains]

haha!! xD

[@AdiPullen]

great review how about your usa tender being like this one

[@SamsTrains]

+adi pullen Ah yes, well done it does have the dual bogies! Cheers, Sam

[@AdiPullen]

It OK anytime

[@jonathancruz562]

Aren’t the n15s bigger and a passenger s15?

[@SamsTrains]

Yes I think they may be - they're very similar! Merry Christmas - Sam :)

[@ScottishNSRailFan]

Lovely loco, with passenger cars.

[@SamsTrains]

Thanks a lot - I'm a huge fan of this pack! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@ciphowler8370]

Is the King Arthur class your favorite british steam loco?

[@SamsTrains]

+James Willson (sonicboomthe22nd) I don't know about that, but it's certainly my favourite model! Cheers, Sam

[@ciphowler8370]

Awesome, well at least we have something in common. :D

[@nnrfanoldaccount]

I like to spread the ripple of kindness.

[@SamsTrains]

Well that's very good of you - much appreciated! :D Cheers, Sam :)

[@thiruraj3866]

Imagine bullman pulling some pullmans

[@SamsTrains]

haha I'd love that! :D

[@kellyashfordtrains2642]

I'm wondering why a replica model of Sir Lamiel, no. 777, hasn't appeared yet. The real Sir Lamiel is a nice engine to look at, believe me. Yet, in reality, just like all the other preserved engines, she hides a deep, dark and dangerous secret underneath. I hope this won't scare you too much, or at worst put you off visiting preserved railways. All the preserved engines (Sir Lamiel included) have earned a rather sinister nickname: Bomb-on-Wheels. Of course, a steam engine needs to be kept well-fed with coal and water. As long as the loco's boiler is full of water at all times, the engine is safe as a house. But dare to let the water level fall too low, and you'll end up possibly being killed by an exploding boiler. Meaning, if too much steam builds up inside the boiler, due to too low a water level, the engine will explode on you without warning. Sounds scary, but it's a true fact.

[@SamsTrains]

Yeah that's true - are you sure there isn't one?? I'll have to look that up! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@arugays]

AYEEEEEE ITZ MERLIN FROM THE MOVIE OF THOMAS AND FRIENDS

[@SamsTrains]

Is it?! That's very cool - I don't know anything about him really! :3 Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@Bittern19]

Hello

[@SamsTrains]

Hello! :D

[@ellishepworth1393]

mine hasn't been run for 6 years

[@SamsTrains]

Interesting to see whether it still works well Ellis! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

[@danielanderson2331]

Annoyingly the front vacuum pipe is back to front and the regulator handle is broken! Honestly if you’re paying out a premium you expect premium build quality! Other than that the rest is perfect!👍🏼

[@SamsTrains]

Ahh is that so? I didn't fit those, so it must have been that way from the factory! Still - it was a good price! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

[@danielanderson2331]

Sam'sTrains Yeah I know, but yeah it’s a lovely set 😊

[@striker9136]

#IslandOfSonahhh!!!!!

[@SamsTrains]

haha, thanks for the comment, Sam :)

[@jontymarsh0463]

it said southern railway

[@SamsTrains]

Ahh very well spotted - thanks for that! :D Cheers, Sam :)

[@lukeslocomotives]

Hornby

[@SamsTrains]

Yeah! :D

[@AdiPullen]

All am going to say is no steps

[@lorenzosdeadchannel]

they are in the detail bag...he simply never adds any of the details because 1) he fears he'll mess it up and 2) someof his curves are way too sharp for locos to be able to go round them with detials added on...which i personally find quite hillarious...huge layout and still uses 2nd radius like on a cheap train set...a lot of problems on that layout could simply be solved by using flexy track...