BR 08 class 0-6-0

[Ian -344989]

Hi

is anyone experiencing there new BR class 08 0-6-0 running slow compared to what I have seen on youtube. One was pulling 15 wagons no problem mine with 10 hardly moved dose not move till about 25 on controller and on full not that fast is there anything I can do

[SMR248]

Have you tried running it in, as per the instructions, without a load?

It's a model of a shunter with a top speed of 20mph so, personally, I would expect it to be running "slow".

[Moccasin]

It does run far too fast for 20mph scale speed but Hornby would no doubt be criticised if they limited it. Those who want to run scale speeds can do so with the controller.

My model started a little hesitantly but runs very well after running in as directed.

[Ian -344989]

Yes ran it for 30 minutes each way without load it might be just me

but thank you very much for your help

[Ian -344989]

Thank you for your help with this much appreciated

[Moccasin]

Others are reporting a few problems, so don’t be afraid to call Customer Services if it doesn’t improve.

[Ian -344989]

👍 thank you

[GMD]

Have you checked how free wheeling the freight is? There is a massive variation. Could be that your wagon wheels are causing major drag.