Train Simulator: LNER Peppercorn Class K1 Loco Add-On DLC

Easily the best of all my locos for trainsim (and I've got a lot). The attention to detail is far better than anything else, this is a real enthusiast's add on. From blow down test of the water level gauges, steam heating, sparks under hard braking and the best smoke and noise effects I've seen. If you like trainsim you must get this - but take the time to learn advanced controls or you'll not get the best from it...this add on is superb though, a must buy.

This engine here is a pretty well detailed one, and it comes with a generous handful of scenarios in which you won't get bored. - Also it comes with an also pretty generous load of rolling stock for goods work. You can have pretty much every single member of the class because you can change numbers, nameplates, headboards, shed codes, tender crests, etc. Also it's great if you want to learn use of advanced locos, steam chest simulation, inyector, etc. I highly recommend getting this since, since it is nothing but a pleasure to drive. It's also a must have if you're a fan of LNER locos like me.

A wonderful visual job, very well done, exhaust smoke one of the best I've seen but, and it is a big but for me, rather let down by it's sound set, first off the exhaust beats do not match locomotive speed beyond 45mph, it just the same beet right up to loco max, also, its the exhaust beat speed at 45mph sounds to slow and if you listen to the real K1 they have a heavy motion clank through out its speed range, it's a pity you didn't have a word with Steam Sound Supreme on this one lads, the sound to me, is just as important as to what it looks like, 7 out of 10, sorry folks!!

No doubt one of the best steam locos on TS, for a beginner this is a good locomotive to cut your teeth on, as you can switch with ease between standard and advanced. The advanced is very realistic but also easy so its very good for all types of players. Its fairly powerful too and can go quite fast without losing much steam. The coaling mechanic is genius and the injector function works like a real one. The scenarios are really fun with the Weardale and Teesdale route. Best loco for learning steam chest sims and injector management. 10/10

In typical Victory Works fashion, this is an absolute must have if you enjoy advanced steam locomotives. It sounds good, it looks good, and it runs good. What more could you want? It comes in the LNER Bundle, which goes on sale for something like 35 USD, which makes it a no brainer to pick up. Or, if you want just this loco, it's 10USD during sales. Absolutely worth it.

Conclusion first: This DLC does not only contain a great loco, but the whole package with loco, rolling stock, comprehensive manual, scenarios (8 instead of the listed 5) is absolutely worth the money - even outside Sale. It's an amazing loco and even if you are not the most skilled steam-driver (like me) you surely will be capable to drive the K1 with just minimal practising. I give it a 9.5 out of 10 as the overall "package" really impresses me which is far above the average of other "PRO"-locos and DLCs as such. Pros: (+) very detailed model in 3 different liveries (clean, worn, LNER Green) and various logos to choose for the tender (+) 'standard' and 'advanced' driving mode which you may toggle on/off whenever you like (+) advanced mode gives you (respectively it gave me) the extra-kick to cope with the challenges, but reading the manual is a "must" though (+) great driving physics and very convenient to drive and operate (+) great sound (I have to admit I have never heard the real K1, but it sounds great to me in TS) (+) great 'feeling' to drive looking at all details in combination with sounds, steam, etc. looks "real" to me (+) EIGHT (not 5 as per the steam-description) (career) scenarios which I find immmersive and a pleasure to drive. Difficulty various from easy to advanced, but all achievable without any problems and a great help to get familiar with the K1. (+) comprehensive manual which I recommend to read (you then have paid for it anyways :-) (+) a lot of little features such as opening the roof, windows, etc. (+) various rolling (girders, trusses, various pipes, steel plates, etc.) stock which completes the package (+) ...and quite some more => read the description on steam Cons: (-) .... ...nothing that I'm aware of, except a real minor one for scenario creators: I did not succeed to figure out how to switch-on the headlight if you use the K1 as AI in your scenarios.

Really like driving this loco, and I'm not into steam trains particularly. The steam effects look great, the whistles are very nice, and sounds generally are very good, much better than usual. For a real challenge (for novices like me!) the advanced mode without any HUD's is a must. In short, my fave loco so far. Can't stop driving it up and down Weardale & Teesdale!

Well in my humble opinion this is one of the best DLC steam locomotives out there. Victory Works so far have never disappointed and certainly this one doesn't. The steam chest is modeled beautifully and the sounds are very nice. The model itself is very nice and highly detailed. I doubt you will be dissapointed by this and really reccomend it. The fact you can add the nameplate, change the headboards and change the tender crest really helps with the creation of your ideal locomotive. I can't reccomend it enough. Superb. 9/10

@ sergeant _ oddball what you are saying about driving in advanced mode and changing the reverser is 100% incorrect. To move the reverser you hold the E key down to unlock it and while doing so move the reverser. Once that you have moved the reverser let the E key go. I see that you have only 233hrs in TS and have lots to learn. I have over 2,000hrs playing TS. This is a great loco and anybody into steamers should buy this loco.

In my opinion, this is a great loco to drive. She looks really good, the textures are great quality, the sounds are great and immersive, and the steam effects are really good. In advanced mode, she's a real challenge to drive - it will test your skills! In "normal" mode, driving is still fun and engaging but noticably easier. There is also a new "heads out" view in the cab views, meaning that when you cycle through the cab views, one of the positions you will stick your head out of the window and if you turn your head to the right, you can still operate all the normal cab controls with the mouse (unlike the standard "Shift-2" head out view of the simulator itself). This is really for driving and keeping an eye out on the road. The scenarios that come with the engine are diverse and engaging, from a relatively easy passenger run to challenging runs with heavy freight trains over steep grades. The package is very complete, containing all liveries and many variations of the engine, and a lot of new freight wagons. All in all, this is one of the best steam engines published for TS2016 so far and a lot of fun to drive. The usual high VictoryWorks quality, and improving on his previous locos in a lot of respects! Absolutely recommended, and an absolute steal for this money!