Model Railway Hornby Locomotive Reviews

Worth Buying - This is an average model. The model has limitations and does not have a full range of mechanical or detailing features. For a railway model to be rated as "Worth Buying" a model must score between 4 and 7. Class 58 EWS weathered (close couple pair) (R2411) Rating 5/10 Strong puller, good Model.

This model also came with an identical dummy class 58 to run as a double header. Only the powered car is shown. This model was surprisingly heavy. I don't know weather this was just me but it felt heavier than the other locos I have.

Hornby Class 58 EWS Weathered R2411 Picture

This loco unlike most of Hornby's diesels is fitted with the type 7 motor found on the shunters. This gives this loco excellent slow speed control and also a very powerful sound. It also seems to have very good traction and power. Because of the motor its top speed is slower than most other models, but still within its scale speed. This model has an acceptable level of detail on the exterior. This particular model has the weathered effect but you can also get it without this. It has no lights but this isn't mist and is not DCC ready. It appears to have no cap detailing which is sad but the overall appearance is good. I would recommend this model and may purchase one for myself.

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Worth Buying - This is an average model. The model has limitations and does not have a full range of mechanical or detailing features. For a railway model to be rated as "Worth Buying" a model must score between 4 and 7. Class 58 EWS unweathered (R2346) Rating 5/10 Strong puller, good Model.

Same review as the weathered double pack. The only difference between the two is that this model has no weathering. I personally like weathered models but if you don't this is the class 58 for you.

Hornby Class 58 EWS Unweathered R2346 Picture