Class 66 - EWS Maroon - 66171
SKU: ACC2632
Barcode: 0794712457534
This item was delivered in a Previous run ( Quarter 1, 2024 ) from this range and is no longer available new from accurascale
Detailed Description
Detailed Description
Approaching 25 years old and still in its original maroon and gold, 66171 has had a few additional warning labels but still carries the moniker of its original owner, EWS. A real go anywhere locomotive and is suitable for use right up to the present day.
Our Class 66 model is based on the award winning ‘accura-standard’ platform, with all-wheel powered six-axle bogies, a powerful twin flywheel fitted motor and market leading electronics package.
Specification
Specification
Lighting & DCC
Lighting & DCC
Deluxe Features
- PowerPack capacitor for uninterrupted power
- Customised Dual-Speaker Technology with large ‘Accurathrash’ Style Bass Speaker and smaller 'iphone' style cube for higher frequencies (on DCC Sound-fitted models only)
- Hall sensor for flange squeal effect (on DCC Sound-fitted models only)
DCC Features
- DCC ready with PowerPack capacitor for uninterrupted power
- DCC ready [21-Pin MTX Socket] or factory-fitted with Original ESU LokSound 5 Decoder options
High Performance Traction features
- Five-Pole motor with two flywheels
- Gearing arranged so locomotive can achieve minimum scale top speed of 75 mph (120kph)
- All wheel drive and all wheel pickup
Fully detailed Lighting Pack features - Directional lighting, DC and DCC
- Switchable Red and white marker lights with day/night options
- Separately switched cab lighting, auto/off on movement
Common Features
Common Features
- 5 stars: 25 (96%)
- 4 stars: 1 (4%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)
Thank you Accurascale for reminding me of the pleasure or receiving a new locomotive. Looks great, feels great and runs great straight from the box. Well priced and a lifetime warranty. An essential model for any modern layout and a joy to run.
So happy I purchased this model I’m a big fan of the EWS livery and this model didn’t disappoint,I fitted a driver and mate I purchased from Accurascale taking the body off and cabin was so easy following the guidance on the Accurascale website, the driver a crew mate added to the amazing detail this model as plus such a smooth runner
Fantastic looking, runs smoothly, can't ask for any more really!
Is this the ultimate Shed? Quite possibly, yes!
Packed with detail and improved electronics, it extends far from the Hattons original.
Fantastic detail
Installed my own DCC sound and speaker on this model with ease, near enough plug and play. Top job Accurascale.
Nice detail great runner . Fitting of detail parts much better than the Hattons version
Outstanding model with looks, details and performance to match.
Absolutely beautiful model, took hattons already outstanding model to the next level,
Superb model The best model diesel locomotive on the market
The slow running performance is fantastic the best yet
BUT why o why did i have to go on line to access the instructions
on how to fit the bufferbeams when all that was required was one
sheet of paper to be included with the model with the instructions
printed on it SO MUCH EASIER
I was not a Class 66 fan, but just had to own one of these in EWS livery. A stunning model, both smooth running, and powerful. Now I regret not buying the sound version when I had chance.
Outstanding rendition of The Shed. Another masterpiece from Accurascale.
( There! Like that?)
Was it worth the wait? damn right it was, first class quality and runs smooth as snake skin all at a very reasonable price. Very pleased, now really looking forward to receiving the Deltic and class 60 which I have pre-ordered. keep up the great work Accurascale.
Love ews trains .so give it 5 stars .
Another fantastic model from Accurascale. It is good to se that some of the details missing from the Bachmann models, such as rear view mirrors, have been included on this model..
Accurascale have done a great job of sorting out the problems with the original Hattons' version of this model and the rotating axle box issue seems to have been solved, subject to longer running. Separating the body from the chassis is a lot easier now, it took about 10 minutes to remove the body, replace the buffer beam, add crew and replace the body, and no sign of any damage to the ladders. You d have to be careful to ensure that any of the bits that hang down from the edge of the body don't get caught between the body and the chassis, as this will damage them. This had happened to one of mine during the assembly process and I am awaiting a replacement from Accurascale.
The lighting functions have been updated and now seem to work correctly.
For the price, this model is hard to beat and it must be in the running for awards this year, unless beaten by other Accurascale models. Buy these while you can.
Excellent as always from Accurascale. Quality product with quality service ! 5*
Superb model, very smooth and quiet at low speed.
… but these locos are stunning
Another stunning model from Accurascale. Well done all.
Extremely detailed
Great Stuff from Accurascale. Got both in EWS. Loads of detail. Can’t wait for the 60 in EWS
I knew what to expect visually, having previously owned Hattons versions, but even on a very basic DC controller and a rolling road the smooth, silent power is obvious. It's good also to see reliably working axleboxes!
Altogether highly recommended...
Superb model, complex lighting features, arrived with loose handrails
Another outstanding loco from Accurascale. Detail and running performance is amazing, livery application is crisp and the service from the company is second to none
Very nice loco with lots of fine detail. Good runner and good crawler too. Out of my 7 locos (3 Dapol, 1 Hornby, 2 Bachmann) this is my finest traction - and at a reasonable price. Well done Accurascale.

