Andrew Barclay 0-4-0ST 16" in lined dark blue - unnumbered

Another fantastic miniature for my micro project

Really recommend as cheap way to try a small layout with this great little locomotive - and the blue is just a fantastic paintwork success

Every layout needs this!

Needs a bit of warming up every time you use it, but it’ll run smoothly enough after that. It looks great though.

Overall, I’d recommend it.

I have to say the my loco is incredibly good, the details, the paint job and it runs very smoothly. I have been making models for sixty years, but I don’t make them any more because I can't hope to better the new RTR offerings of companies like Accurascale. In my review there was a but, and it was a shame because I couldn't say it was 100%. For some reason the rear of the cab had been pushed forward, bent between the rear cab panel and the roof supports. I've straightened it as for as I dare, but there's still a bow. Pity.

The Barclay is a very very nice model. The detail is great and the running quality is perfect, especially for the price value. However, this specific run of this model has been very rough with all the quality control issues such as the motor clips failing, poorly machined wheels, details not being glued in/secured properly, and the packaging crushing in the rear cab wall.
These issues contributed to my model having to be sent back for repairs or replacement. I was super excited for the release so this was pretty crushing. I hope you guys are able to fix these problems coming forward!

Arrived undamaged and functional. Box is Accurascale branded, oversized but very sleek looking with a nice reminder of Hattons printed on the side.

Disassembly and DCC Fitting is simple in theory, mildly finnicky in practice as there's a lot of (thankfully) flexible pipework that you have to be careful to not snag. Be wary of the pipework underneath the running board (both sides), the brass capped pipe on the boiler (both sides, mentioned in instructions), and the reverser on the chassis block itself (right hand cab side). Assuming you don't get Accurascale's decoder, the decoder size is gonna be very small, somewhere around a GM Ruby series.

There's a little nook located beneath the saddle tank, in front of the right hand side of the cab and behind the little sandbox. Found some excess lube there as that's where the gear train sits. Mistook it for glue at first but it wiped off easily and didn't mar the finish.

Possible issues: I bought the NCB Maroon "Carbon" version as well, and at first the motor didn't engage with the gear train. Turns out the clips holding the motor weren't engaging properly, an easy enough fix with a pair of pliers. Take care not to apply too much force on the clips, while they are surprisingly flexible, there's always a risk of snapping under too much force.

Overall still love the things, technically my first Accurascale branded models, but a very pleasant reminder of my favorite model shop. Keep up the good work Accurascale, can't wait for the Buckjumpers and 57xx!

I'm writing my review based on my own experience & others. Ive found my model to be a brilliant performer, it looks fantastic bar a bent cab (not noticeable unless your looking) however, the reports ive had from friends and seen online is slightly less justifying if I were to recommend this product, clearly some quality control has been missed & its why these models have arrived broken.

I hope my review is helpful towards future developments on these locomotives.

By far my favourite of the ready to run industrial offerings I was sad when hattons collapsed.
My collection is now home to four you these 0-4-0 gems which easily out perform some of the 0-6-0 offerings I have from other manufacturers.
Which makes the Andrew Barclays one of the best options when shunting at exhibitions and at home.
I'm so glad that accurascale managed to secure the tooling for this model a very useful locomotive for industrial and heritage railway modelling.
5*

A superb rendering of an Andrew Barclay 0-6-0ST. This is a quiet, smooth and sure-footed model that ably copes with insulfrog points. It is a sturdy workhorse and the detailing and livery application are top-notch. Well done Accurascale for bringing forward this former Hatton's model.

Received my blue Andrew Barclay in the post at the weekend. It is a beautiful model, looks fantastic when it's running and very sturdily built.

There are a couple of niggles though - the chimney is wonky
- there's a tight spot in the motion, so it lurches a bit at low speed (after running in)

All that being said, at £100 it holds up well against the competition and I hope Accurascale continue with future runs of this.

Thank you for taking this on when Hattons shut down as it gives me an opportunity to enjoy this wonderful model for myself.

Lovely little model. Perfect for customisation

This is my second Andrew Barclay and is as good as my first. In DC its running beautifully with excellent slow running. I intend to DCC fit it shortly and will be trying an alternative decoder to the one recomended as this seems to induce a humming sound from the motor. Something to do with the "Back EMF" which I dont fully understand. Anyway back to the model. Great runner lovely paint finish and highly recommended. I would also add Accurascales customer service is very good.

Great little industrial tank. Looks good, runs well. Ideal shunting engine.

This was bought by accurascale to deliver already good pure love my little 0 4 0

Excellent product with extraordinary detail. Very pleased with my model

The Accurascale locomotive is a great improvement on the Hatton's original version. The locomotive functions across the track work without any issues or stopping randomly which was a major problem with Hatton's versions.
Well done Accurascale

I recently received my 1st of two models of the Andrew Barclay locomotive, the other as yet to arrive.
It’s a small model thats full of character.
For its size it’s a hefty little model.
The detail and finish is stunning couldn’t find any paint flaws or glue marks.
Boiler rails are plastic but nice and thin.
The backhead is superb everything is on show with the model as I purchased the open back version.
It needs a couple of figures to finish it off something I will add later.
I haven’t had time to put it on the test track yet but I do plan on putting a chip in it as I run DCC. Also due to the very short wheel base see if I can fit a stay alive, we will have to see.
The finish of the paint is second to none finished in a dark blue satin finish.
I can not argue regarding price in this day and age of vastly expensive models this seems priced well.
Can’t wait for the next to arrive now.

Awesome my son loves it

Came a bit late but other than that it’s an absolutely adorable little shunter

Awesomely detailed smooth running and generally one of the best purchases I have made in recent years. the only problem is I could only afford 1!

Originally pre-ordered via Hattons, and it was definitely worth the wait after Accurascale announced they'd acquired the tooling! Amazingly detailed, and smooth running!! Detailing parts are a doddle to fit, and certainly make the model more realistic!

Hes such a good boy i love him 10/10.
Gears are basically silent, and it works perfectly.

It’s a nice loco when it first arrived it only went in one direction but a quick email to accurascale and a replacement was sent it all works fine now just shows how customer service is still important