These figures are excellent and very easy to fit to models. Having them pre-painted to such a high standard is a bonus and add a welcome touch of realism. Highly recommended.

Beautiful wagons, the detail is amazing
They run perfectly, I have fitted stone loads which look great
I particularly like the flashing red lantern

The loco was quite superb but the external packaging was excessive in the extreme, my wife rhought it was 10 boxes of soap powder which is clearly not required and in days of recycling not good.
Please resolve this ASAP

I used these in a Bachmann 47 and they fitted very well. A super item but I felt the paint finish could have been a little better.

Another cracking model of a class 31...the 4th accurascale 31 in my collection....nothing else to add...looking forward to my pre orders from the next run.

Another beautifully detailed model from Accurascale, looks fantastic in this livery and as does the box art.

Stunning class 31. Great livery, crisp and detailed. Runs very smoothly.

Smooth, quiet power!! So far only tested on a rolling road, you easily get a sense of what this loco is capable of. Then there's the class-specific nuances and high level of detail...what a model (as usual!)...

perfect

To date and in my buying experience the Class 30/31 is the current highpoint of the Accurascale locomotive range. I say this firstly because the model has that hard to capture 'rightness' straight out of the box. There is nothing 'off' or questionable on first impression which immediately warms me to the model. Secondly all three of mine, one for the first run, two from this run have been 100% complete and intact straight from the box.

The Golden Ochre with the small yellow warning panel - mango & lemon as my wife calls it - is a livery I've wanted to add to the layout for a long time and its very well rendered.

A model is meant for running - I've no space nor budget for poor performers. These models run as well as they look. On silent DCC running all three of mine are mechanically silent - literally the only sound is that of wheels clacking over rail joints. They are very controllable down to an almost imperceptible crawl.

Mine are all sound fitted, two with the class 30 project, one with the 31. Deeply convincing sound projects with real depth and realistic movement that matches the sound. On the heavy setting they really seem to be straining the way the prototypes do. It’s a very natural sound project too so left ticking over or at constant speed you don’t notice any sound loops.

Only time will show how robust these models are but mine have collectively clocked up a decent total running time now without issue.

The expression 'definitive' is over used but I think it properly applies to this version of the 30/31. There isnt a better or comparable model of this prototype on the market today and I doubt a better will be produced in 4mm scale for many years. Highly recommended.

Can’t wait to recreate the old Wessex Trains, Friday only service between Brighton and Cardiff Central.

In my buying experience - I'm modelling the transition period - the Class 30/31 is the current highpoint of the Accurascale locomotive range. I say this because the model has that hard to capture 'rightness' straight out of the box. There is nothing 'off' or questionable on first impression which immediately warms me to the model. All three of mine, one for the first run, two from this run have been 100% complete and intact straight from the box.

Green Small Yellow Panel (GSYP) really suits these loco's and Accurascale have achieved a flawless finish that subtly 'pops' without being garish or unrealistic.

A model is meant for running - I've no space nor budget for poor performers. These models run as well as they look. On silent DCC running all three of mine are mechanically silent - literally the only sound is that of wheels clacking over rail joints. They are very controllable down to an almost imperceptible crawl.

Mine are all sound fitted, two with the class 30 project, one with the 31. Deeply convincing sound projects with real depth and realistic movement that matches the sound. On the heavy setting they really seem to be straining the way the prototypes do. It’s a very natural sound project too so left ticking over or at constant speed you don’t notice any sound loops.

Only time will show how robust these models are but mine have collectively clocked up a decent total running time now without issue.

The expression 'definitive' is over used but I think it properly applies to this version of the 30/31. There isnt a better or comparable model of this prototype on the market today and I doubt a better will be produced in 4mm scale for many years. Highly recommended.

The Greatest Class31 ever.

I've had the 1980s Lima models from new, they were good for their time, but these new Accurascale are better in every way. The motor and chassis are to modern standards that we now expect, with neatly concealed DCC electronics, the body and glazing are crisply moulded. Very pleased.

The Accurascale Class 31 – 31418 in BR Blue is nothing short of outstanding. From the moment you lift it from the box, it’s clear that this model sets a new benchmark for quality, accuracy, and attention to detail.
Detailing is exceptional – every grill, louvre, and panel line is crisply rendered, and the separately fitted components give the locomotive a genuine depth and realism. The BR Blue paint application is flawless: rich, even, and authentically weather‑free, with perfectly printed numbers and markings that really make 31418 stand out.
Performance is equally impressive. Straight out of the box, the model runs incredibly smoothly and quietly. The motor is refined and responsive, with excellent slow‑speed control – ideal for shunting or depot scenes. Even in DC form, it has a weighty presence and fantastic haulage capability, easily managing long rakes without hesitation.
Accurascale’s build quality feels top-tier: solid, well‑assembled, and premium in every way. The lighting functions are beautifully implemented, realistic, and crisp, adding to the overall immersion.
As a representation of a classic Type 2, this model is a triumph. Whether you're a BR Blue era modeller or simply a fan of iconic British diesel traction, 31418 is an absolute must‑have. Accurascale continue to raise the bar for UK-outline models, and this release proves once again why they’re one of the most exciting manufacturers in the hobby today.
Highly recommended – a five‑star locomotive in every sense!