D9013 Die schwarze Uhr

Fantastic model. Runs so quiet and smooth with the stay alive as standard. A lot of detail maybe too much as some tiny parts easily come off but still well done Accurascale.

This model from Accurascale will hopefully send out a big wake up call to all competitors. Highlights for me were the excellent packaging and the fact that it ran beautifully first time with the sound settings spot on. Paintwork is also top-notch. The only negative I have is that the crew are not factory installed which should be standard. Charge me extra, but don't make me muck on trying to take the body shell off and risk damage and especially with the way the chains are attached between the body and bogies.

This was just one of a number of Deltics that I ordered. It looks and sounds absolutely amazing, and I'm sure with the passage of time the quality will just keep getting better. Love running these locomotives on my layout. Brilliant job guys and keep up the good work.

What a machine, it's stunning, the sound file and functions are spot on

My first impression is that the Deltic class 55 The Black Watch is good value when compared to other models on the market. The finely detailed model itself is of a very high quality. Sound is excellent as is it's overall running performance. Keep up the good work guys!

Spotted this one on the website by accident while looking for something else - absolutely delighted as I thought they'd sold out long since. One end coupling and pocket missing but otherwise perfect - Simon is sorting the spares for me. With F5 activated and tweaks to CVs 2, 51, 52 and 116 this one runs beautifully from an almost imperceptable crawl onwards. Simply spendid.

Deltics appeal to many people far and wide for numerous reasons, notably for their distinctive sound and presence, but also because of the names that they carried and the famous 'Named Trains' that they hauled up and down the East Coast Mainline.

Years ago I purchased 'The Black Watch' in BR Blue livery from another manufacturer and it was one of the first Deltic models that I'd ever owned. It was a reasonably accurate model for the time and certainly saw a lot of use on my layout. As great as BR Blue livery is though, I've always felt that the earlier two-tone green paint scheme suited the machines far better (a tad controversial I know!).

When Accurascale announced that they were going to be producing 'The Black Watch' in its earlier D9013 two-tone green guise, then it was a no-brainer as far as I was concerned - It was one of those 'must have' models, and boy oh boy it was most definitely worth the wait, or should I say 'weight'! If you want an example of how to produce a really fine model, then look no further than D9013.

It's a model brimming with detail and one which shouts 'look at me'. I find myself noticing something different every time I look at it. The attention to detail is nothing short of extraordinary and is testament to the time, dedication and effort that the Accurascale team have put into these superb models. If there was ever an exhibition of model railway locomotives through the years, then this Deltic deserves pride of place as a museum piece.

If and when there's a second production run, I can see further examples joining the fleet!

This is my 4th of these fantastic locos and the 3rd purchased directly from Accurascale. With each one I add to my collection I'm still amazed at the wealth of detail and number of intricate detailing parts fitted to these models, this one having arrived with all the "brake chains" intact and only 1 corner step having come adrift while in transit. From the offset it has run exceptionally smoothly and there is no distortion from the speakers at any speed. To be fair I've only had a speaker issue with 1 Deltic and that was rectified with a very small amount of "Black tack" under the speaker which stopped it vibrating. Once run in the crew will be installed along with the detailing kit and "she" will be put to work.
I look forward to the day that Accurascale announce a second run of Deltics allowing us all the opportunity to purchase more variants of these models in their various liveries.

What can I say this is my third one, these models are absolutely amazing,pulling power, fantastic sounds and general overall appearance
Highly recommend to everyone

Very happy with the loco, no missing or loose parts. Looks like a Deltic should, runs very smoothly and can pull a decent load. Will buy more when they are released again in the future.
Only issue is the flimsy coupling mount, kept falling off when pulling a load after fitting a Kadee into the NEM pocket, fixed with a little glue

The model looks great, runs smoothly and quietly. The detailing is beautiful a little bit on the fragile side as the model did arrive with some small parts knocked off but fixable.

Like all my Accurascale Deltics, an amazing model, incredible detail and great fun to operate.

What a fabulous locomotive for the first ever powered locomotive from Accurascale. The level of detail is amazing. The sound files and other functions are terrific. It ran perfectly straight out of the box. I think I will get another one when a further batch is produced..

An outstanding model very impressed with the way it has captured the look and sound of the prototype, The high standard of detail on the inside and outside of the loco the excellent livery application the powerful and silky smooth motor along with an accompanying informative booklet. A lot of thought has gone in to the design build of this product and it delivers real value for money, well done Accurascale.

I love the Class 55's. The Accurascale model is a solid, heavy and super detailed model. Mine ran smoothly straight from the box. I love the sound system, I have nothing else like it. I especially appreciate the attention to historical accuracy in the models presentation. It is detail that I will seek to match with appropriate rolling stock to do it justice.

Abslolutely wonderful model for a fair price. Unfortunately some loose parts in the box and 2 chains from boogie to body were loose and needed fixing with glue what was very difficult. Now the loco cannot be opened again. The fixing system of the chains should be changed in case of a 2nd series into easier handling sticking parts. Also the loco is rather fast. A higher transmission could make it slower and more powerful when climbing up a hill with a heavy train. I surely would buy a second one in another outfit.

Recently received the Accurascale Deltics D9013 "The Black Watch" and D9020 "Nimbus", both Sound Fitted. Parcel arrived Busselton, Western Australia with contents in good order (no parts fallen off). Examination of the locomotives revealed they are superbly detailed and most importantly run beautifully on my extensive layout. I am extremely pleased with the Deltics and offer my sincere congratulations to all at Accurascale for setting an exceptionally high benchmark for OO Gauge models.

As delivered
1 fuel tank drain valve fallen off underneath, 2 chains hanging down, 2 front steps fallen off, 1 bogie guide iron fallen off, 1 fuel tank filler valve fallen off.

A beautiful model , I love it ! I look forward to the other locos from you that I have on order , thankyou !!
Regards,
Doug Marion . Australia.

The best Deltic model produced by far, excellent livery application, fantastic detail and silky smooth running.

Just like the Regimental name, it looks the part and is a definite winner.
Wonderful detail - Quite superb.

Top quality highly detailed loco. Better than anything else I’ve owned. Runs sweetly and sounds fantastic. One or two niggles with loose chains but nothing a decent modeller can’t easily correct.

Fantastic Model - superb weight / motor / detail. Best RTR so far. Constructive criticism? Coupling design - occasionally pops out of pocket when under 12 coach load on a curve. Also, the many small parts - some detached in box on arrival - hard to figure out what they are / where they go!
And the Body Chains. The plastic retainer detached from chain and is somewhere on my floor. Simple fix with black tack which makes for easier removal of the body.
Overall - brilliant job Accurascale! As always - a few opportunities to improve practicalities. Well done!

Sold out on pre-order very early along side Royal Scots Grey and Gordon Highlander. I like the quality of the etched plate and the fact shed plates are also included. Terrific amount of detail, what's not to like CM

Received my 1st Accurascale Deltic, The Black Watch. What a beauty. Amazing attention to detail, it looks fantastic. I’ve not run it yet, i hope its got a good motor as its quite a weighty model, it feels really solid. Also bought some crew to fit in the cab but apprehensive about possibly damaging the detail on the loco. Overall i’m really pleased with this loco, its superb

Still boxed but looks adorable!!