Sifon G - Dia. O.59 - BR Kastanjebruin: W2982

Really wonderful Siphon G's modelled to such a high standard. We have long awaited a Siphon G model of this level of accuracy. How about a Fruit D to the same high standard next?

I’m really so happy with the Siphon G wagon I got from Accurascale. The detailing and superb finishing of the model is just amazing. It is a great addition to my layout. After seeing this I can’t wait for my future pre-orders arriving! Great work Accurascale team!!

Dear Sir,
Thank you for the opportunity to give some early impressions of your newly released Siphon G which has been eagerly anticipated. Congratulations are in order for recognizing a market for just such a vehicle and going to such lengths to execute it to very high standards.
The level of fine detailing incorporated in the Siphon G is astonishing and subtle prototype variations are available in the comprehensive range which has been launched. Inevitably I put it alongside my old Airfix inside frame Siphon G, a fine model in its day, but in comparison the new Accurascale Siphon has the appearance of a fine hand-built showcase model to museum standard.
• I appreciate the sprung buffers which will allow closer coupling on curves.
• NEM pockets are a good standard inclusion which enables us to replace the ancient hook and bar coupling with something much better.
• I notice your inclusion of magnetic replacement couplings so again, full marks for your enterprise.
• Another classy touch is the fitting of metal axle bearing cups.
• The price is very competitive in comparison with other manufacturers considering the exceptionally high level of detailing on the Siphon G.
Still Room for Improvement
Whenever I appraise a new OO model, in this case the Accurascale Siphon G, a voice inside me asks the same question, “What needs to be done to improve it?” The first thing I looked for on the new Siphon G was whether the NEM pocket was on a coupling guide: NO! my heart sank straight away. For anyone who doesn’t know, every piece of rolling stock produced by Fleischmann in N for over thirty years has had coupling guides as standard, even on the most basic four wheeled wagon; everything, the whole lot. Change to close couplings and the buffers virtually touch. Many of the locos now also have coupling guides for close coupling, even on steam locos between the loco and tender. British outline has come a long way in the last forty years but it is still a patchwork of technical features and disappointments even in 2023.
Coming back to my old Airfix Siphon Gs, they all have three areas of work carried out which beats the new Accurascale models.
• coupling guides fitted for true close coupling,
• the corridor connections all replaced with sprung units so there is no gap between connections,
• and round wheels have been fitted so I don’t have any tantrums over wobbling!
My new Accurascale Siphon Gs will be improved by replacing the corridor connections with sprung connections before they can work on my layout and couple between stock which has coupling guides to minimise any gap.
• I’m sorry to say THREE of the eight axles on the two new Siphons I’ve had wobble and will need replacing.
Accurascale – Please, please fit coupling guides to your stock in future.
The Future
The new Siphon G is an outstanding addition for those of us who model the Western Region but I hope this is the prelude to the release of two related items.
Accurascale – Please give serious consideration to producing the Collett BG which was used in most GW/WR milk trains until the 1960s. This would complement the Siphon G and enable modellers to run milk trains with the correct guard’s van at last.
Photographs from the 1950s and 60s show milk train formations made up of a variety of tank wagon designs. One in particular design stands out which had straight ladders and an angled top section to a filler at one end of the tank. It seems astonishing in 2023 but an accurate model of a 6-wheel milk tank based on a prototype would be an innovation in OO!
Accurascale – Please give serious consideration to producing a 6-wheel milk tank to go with the Siphon G and Collett BG.

Many thanks for your time and the opportunity to give feedback on your developing range of models.

Martin Kirkham BA

As per the other Siphon I have from Accurascale another outstanding model, I will change the couplings for the shorter version. On opening the box for this model I noticed the corridor connection was hanging off but a little spot of glue corrected this. The only other problem is a missing buffer!!, I did contact Accurascale on Bank Holiday Monday and got a response (very impressive) and by Wednesday I was advised a buffer would be sent shortly, as of today hasn't arrived but then neither has the post. An outstanding model and I'm really looking forward to the MRK 1 suburbans.

The siphon G is the first accurascale product I have bought after seeing all the hype from various YouTubers it is well justified. The level of detail is amazing and you have plenty of choice with variations. The model has a solid weight to it and runs smoothly. Top class from accurascale and looking forward to more steam era products.

All round excellent model. Perfect for my S&DJR Pigeon Special rake

Another well made quality product from accurascale 👍🏻well packaged with a very detailed booklet which is a brilliant insight into it’s history….can’t wait for my next pre-orders to arrive

Definitely the best detailed coaches I have ever owned. Excellent build quality.

Stunning model.

I can see why these have now sold out - I great addition to the layout.

This is yet another fantastic model from Accurascale can’t fault it well packaged excellent delivery and the model looks and runs perfect plus a fantastic price.

Runs just as well and looks just as good as the other Siphons that I have bought.

I can only once again congratulate Accurascale on another superb model.
I eagerly await a hopeful second run including an example of diagram O62 in crimson or maroon with the additional sliding vents.

Another excellent Siphon G, really pleased with the variety available and the quality of the model.

Having been extremely impressed with the first GWR Siphon G wagon I received, I immediately purchased a second. The two look absolutely superb behind my Accurascale Manor. 10 out of 10 again!

Had intially only purchased the BR Blue and the GWR brown versions of this item, but it is such a good model, i had to get some more in the BR Maroon livery. Fantastic rolling stock item, looks great behind any BR green loco ! Have placed one in the display cabinet, the backlighting makes the underframe detail look outstanding.

Another corker of a model from Accurascale. Incredible detailing and obviously well researched.

A highly detailed and authentic model that successfully captures the appearance of the GWR prototype.

Great product - very happy.

This is a superbly detailed model.

Well made, sufficiently weighty and free running , carefully decorated .
Safely packed with useful data sheet.
Another set of winners from Accurascale.

Can’t believe the look and feel of these - I would say museum quality, fantastic

Great amount of detail. Very pleased indeed !

Another excellent model depicting the real thing with precision.

As with all the Siphon G’s there is nothing that can compare 👍👍👍

A great RTR model to hit the railway model world!
Unfortunately a buffer has come off en route to me in Rockingham,Western Australia, but as I haven’t told you, you can’t see it!
With a Carmine model to pair up, they look great on a 1960’s parcel train.

Brilliant model, with great bogie and under carriage detail. Love the hand brake.
One caveat, one of the corridor connectors was loose at one corner, but no problem to fix.