Episode 49: Dapol Class 52 “Western Fusilier” Unboxing & HM7000 21TXS Upgrade.

Episode 49 features the unboxing and digital upgrade of the Dapol 4D‑003‑008 Class 52 “Western Fusilier” (D1023) — a beautifully presented OO gauge diesel‑hydraulic in BR maroon with small yellow panels. This cherished model arrives in excellent condition and represents one of the most iconic Western Region locomotives of the diesel‑hydraulic era. In this video I unbox the model, take a close look at the detailing and finish, and then upgrade it to full digital sound using the Hornby HM7000 21‑pin TXS decoder and a sugar‑cube speaker. A rewarding conversion that brings the Western’s distinctive character to life. In this episode you’ll see: • Unboxing the Dapol Class 52 D1023 “Western Fusilier” • Close‑ups of the BR maroon livery and small yellow panels • Installing the HM7000 21TXS decoder • Fitting the sugar‑cube speaker • First digital test run on the Ragstones NSE layout • Thoughts on Dapol’s build quality and running performance • Another strong addition to the diesel fleet If you enjoy Western Region diesels, Dapol Westerns or HM7000 upgrades, this episode is a great watch. 👍 Like, comment and subscribe to support the channel. 📌 Follow Ragstones NSE on Facebook for layout updates, behind‑the‑scenes posts and tournament news.