Locomotive Roster: SNCF A1A 68000 ; Mabar 86803

Continuing with my reviews of my N Scale French locomotive fleet, here is the A1A A1A 68000 diesel locomotive from Mabar.

Mabar may be yet another new name to persons outside of Europe.  They appear to be a Spanish manufacturer which typically focuses on the Spanish market and Renfe but have recently released some French models (Similar to Star Train).  The prototype of these diesels on the SNCF have apparently reached the end of the line, with just a few remaining examples providing power to various infrastructure and work related duties (I believe they have all been retired however).

While the prototype might be vanishing, Mabar has produced a fantastic model! The detail, operation, and quality of these locomotives are incredibly impressive! If this is typical of Mabar's standards, then the Spanish model railroaders are truly fortunate!

The AIAAIA 68000 is very similar to the BB 67300 model (shown above and below from Minitrix) with the most obvious difference being the extra axle in the bogies. 

The Mabar model, however, outshines its Minitrix cousin with a level of detail (separately applied grab irons, LED lighting to the above the cab window light) beyond the BB 67300.   I love seeing this locomotive next to its fellow diesel locomotives as shown in the below photo!

Of course, more detail in the video (above).  Please feel free to add a comment or add additional information!