I'm Lost For Words | Dapol Hawthorn Leslie Tank Engine | Unboxing & Review

A full review of Dapol's all new Hawthorn Leslie saddle tank in OO scale!

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0:00 Intro
3:02 Unboxing
7:49 Prototype Info
9:05 Detail
19:34 Mechanism
23:22 Performance
29:24 Haulage
37:46 Ratings
41:53 Final Thoughts

[andrewja]

You asked, Did you get carried with your review? No. I don’t think so at all. This is an absolutely spectacular model in just about every way as you so eloquently put in this fantastic video. Arguably the best model you can get!! So glad Dapol did such a variety of liveries as I am getting multiple, especially after your rave review! I really think other of the big manufacturers (Hornby, Bachmann) need to up their game…. This just proves there are no excuses on a multitude of levels. Great video as always! Thank you Sam. :)

[MalcolmKirk-jl]

As an ex-Hawthorn Leslie engineer, this makes me feel so proud. What a little beauty! But, now living in Indonesia, owning one is just a pipe dream.

[Antluvstrains]

That title had me worried for a second. This is a perfect little tank engine. Dapol keeps on improving in OO scale.

[Alpha-oo]

Always happy to see dapol improving, from the days of engines that derail and can barely pull themselves along, to this, it’s lovely to see! Keep it up guys!

[dakshanbalaramesh]

I always wondered which version of the Hawthorn you would get Sam. That blue lined yellow is absolutely gorgeous

Looks like you’ll be replacing your annual Peckett video with an annual Hawthorn Leslie video now 😂

[captaincave]

Amazing review as ever Sam! I took a big gamble pre-ordering one of these last year, making it the first ever model I had pre-ordered, but the gamble paid off! In the two days I've had it, it has already become one of my favourite in my fleet. Just an all-round exceptional piece of work from Dapol!

[Scraxivele]

Good lord man. If I was a UK modeler id go out and buy 10 of these as fast as possible. What an incredible model.

[benneal]

Hornby: *creates a lovely peckett*
Dapol: "thats cute... hey, check out my saddle tank!"
Hornby and literally everybody:
🤯😍

[schuylerschultz]

As an American, this model honestly almost makes me want to add some British locos and wagons to my layout. It's almost perfect. The detail and features are perfect for serious modelers, but the price is perfect for even beginners. It really is an almost perfect all-around model.

[shaunxmtb]

Great video Sam! I'm just starting to build my first model railway having rediscovered my childhood passion for locomotives. I had no idea which locomotive to purchase without breaking the bank. And then you came along with this fantastic in-depth review of this quality crafted little saddle tank from Dapol. I'm hoping to find one this weekend thanks to your recommendations. Your video was extremely helpful and keep it up!

[Mighty_Square]

Such an amazing product, Dapol should proud!
You didn't get carried away Sam, you just spilled out truth...

[pettra]

What a wonderful loco this is Sam. It just goes to show what can be achieved at such a reasonable price. This model should fly off the shelves, no problem. Best, Pete.

[SimplyTakuma]

After watching the Review i was actually stunned how much Dapol put love in this model.
This is absolutly one of the top models alongside Rapido's Class J70 and others. Dapol set the level high in this, with this price in this hobby, i was blown away!

[JerseyBill-xr]

Your selection of music is very timely for the loco you present, and I like that. The song, "By the Light of the Silvery Moon" was written by Edwards & Madden in 1909 and the Leslie Hawthorn was built around that same era. I don't know if you are just getting lucky or you plan these things out but it's brilliant. As for the locomotive, I was already blown away with the detail and then you hit use with the lit fire box, BOOM! You are on the mark with your assessment of this locomotive, and I may have had it score a half a star higher. Absolutely a great video, Jersey Bill

[phil]

Small is beautiful... and in this case near perfection! Wonderful to see a little engine that ticks all the boxes model railroaders like and want. I want one. Thank you Dapol and thank you Sam for this very enthusiastic review... and I admit to share your feelings. Regards, Filip

[leyland]

Excellent review! Given the fact that you are very strict, it is only logical you praise this model as much as it deserves to be praised. No arguing that at all. This loco indeed is a benchmark and for what I’ve seen in the video probably the best available in its scale, pricerange and type of loco. So well done! Greetings from Hekelingen, Holland. Bye, Willem.

[stephensalvatore]

This loco absolutely deserves the rave review you've given it Sam. I was blown away when I got mine as well. Everything about it, from the decoration to the performance is fantastic (Asbestos in the lined green is beautiful). Did you notice that the firebox looks like a dual tone flicker, its not just a steady light? Compared to my Rapido Hunslet its brighter at slow speed too.

The named ones come with etched nameplates too. I'm pleased to say my one arrived without any damage or blemishes, although i would say the packaging makes it awkward if you need to put it away often.

Really hope Dapol do more of this.

Thanks for another great review Sam.

[mikeking]

lol I thought I was seeing things, when it was going round the track, but now confirmed by you, it does have a fireboxglow!

[johnpalmer]

Like most here I find it stunning, industrials not my chosen scene but tempted by this

[russellbenton]

Yep it looks terrific, performance brilliant, packed with features., a delight! Well done Dapol