Hornby Railways LMS Black 5 | Unboxing & Review

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0:00 Introduction
3:28 Unboxing
7:00 History
8:26 Detail
15:04 Mechanism
17:21 Performance
22:12 Haulage Test
26:17 Ratings
29:56 Conclusion

[SteamintheNorthWest]

You can't not love a Black 5. I think the Hornby model is showing it's age a bit now and I wouldn't be surprised if it is on the retool hit list soon

[yourfriendlyneighbourhoodb]

Now as much as I like Gresley’s Corridor Tenders, any engine with a Stanier Tender just looks iconic, the Black Five and the 8F are prime examples of this

[lukeslocomotives]

Sam, you do not understand how long I have been waiting for this

[kaiser]

I seriously do love the Black Five. It’s got such a lovely shape, and that belpaire firebox makes it looks so wonderful. I wish I could’ve seen it in more liveries…

[jorgemartinpaez]

Love the black five LMS locomotive!!! It was used in the railway series aka Thomas and friends for the new shape of the rebuilt green 💚 engine, #3 NWR Henry

[samszeto]

Back in the day this was one of the most detailed and best performing models - it's amazing how far Hornby have come

[joshuapboston]

Nice to see a review of Henry's basis! I've heard that Black 5s are still in working order to this day!

[karenfan]

henry: the rain will spoil my green paint and red stripes

[settershealthcentrebowenth]

Hello Sam, I am fortunate to have the TTS sound version of this engine. It is an incredible asset to my railway! I have now had mine for two years having bought it on a trip to Sydney with my family.
I have always dreamed of owning a black five, and I enjoy how she looks, perform and sounds. There is no running sessions without this engine!
I highly recommend it to anybody. Kindest regards Benjamin Setter Townsville Australia.

[donsharpe]

I have had Had a Black 5 for 40 years, which is now the railroad version. My mother bought me one about 12 or 13 years ago and it cost £80. Two years ago I bought another for £85 secondhand but barely run. I agree about the weight, that it is too light. But it was built before the advent of cast running plates. You could always do what I had to do with my Tri-ang Britannia 60 years ago, which is to add lead weight in the boiler. I also agree about the price for a 20 year old model I wouldn't pay that much for one with the level of detail within the cab. It is still a good model and the mechanism is good. Thanks for the review.

[radzieckigraczproductions]

The last door banged, the guard showed his green lamp, the flying kipper was ready to go!

[terencebennison]

My favourite loco! Workhorse for passenger and freight duties, in my youth. Not used to seeing the real thing in pristine condition, these busy engines usually wore their 'workclothes' when I saw them. Brings back a lot of memories every time the name 'black 5 ' is mentioned.

[michaeldavies]

Looks lovely Sam, last year i purchased a Hornby Black 5 built in 1978.It is tender driven with a Ringfield motor.It had never run, the chap who's Father owned it just displayed it, it cost me £45 i bloody love it :)

[cannibalfan]

Man your videos are getting me closer and closer to getting back into modeling again Sam. Any more great videos from you and that'll become reality.

[louisbuscarino]

A few months back I purchased one of these I had wanted one for so long and then I found one on Amazon. At first like you I thought I was ripped off . But when I ran and put it through it’s paces like you I was impressed. Now I enjoy running it . Great video cannot wait for your next live stream.

[andrewpalm]

To my Yankee eyes this looks like a real, proper steamer--it has its valve gear where it belongs, on the outside. ;-p PS. Nice crawl!

[robertlockett]

Speaking as one who does not own a model train or layout, and yet enjoys watching model train videos. Why is it that some enthusiasts will show you the realism of their layout with its station platforms and signal boxes, the level crossings and bridges, the tunnels and the village with its railway shunting yard, the green hills and the farm with the sheep and cattle in the pastures, the low stone walls and perhaps the river that flows and looks so realistic. And of course the little model people everywhere. Everywhere that is until the steam train comes down the line and there is no driver or fireman on the train's platform! Am I taking this too seriously do you think?

[the_failed_states]

Haven't watched this, but I have this loco. I love it. it's a fantastic runner and superb quality, also, I think Stanier designed the most attractive seam locos in history.

[theknight]

Hi Sam, don’t know whether you read comments from a 3 years ago review, but here goes, I’ve just purchased one of these brand new from Hereford model centre for £153, they had 2 in stock, I loved your review 👍🏻and love the black 5, they were my dad’s favourite when he was a fireman, and now really looking forward to the locomotive arriving

[Enzo_The_Magnificent]

I bought this model (actually R2257) when it was first issued in 2002. It cost me £73 (£106 in 2021 prices: £128 in 2024) In the 22 years since, this model has been my absolute favourite. It still runs like you have shown in this video and believe me, it has had a LOT of use. I believe that Hornby will be releasing a new Black Five this year. It will need to be exceptional to beat this one!