Accurascale ACC2210

BR Class 50 - BR Blue - 50006 'Neptune'

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Prototype Era
Era 7 (1972 to 1982) British Rail Blue (TOPS)

Manufacturer description

BR Class 50 - BR Blue - 50006 'Neptune'

SPECIFICATION 

• Highly-detailed OO scale model, 1:76.2 scale
• Minimum Radius 438mm (2nd Radius Set-track) in OO
• Die-cast metal chassis
• RP25-110 profile OO wheels with provision for re-gauging with scale-sized wheels for P4/EM gauges – with simple ride height adjustment – and ability to set brake blocks in line with wheels
• Separately-applied etched metal/plastic detail parts, including grab handles, steps, wipers, etc.
• Scale width wire handrails
• Etched metal pre-painted nameplates and crests (where applicable) provided for customer to install
• Interchangeable printed headcodes with full description covering the first nine years of the class plus preservation era
• Scale-sized and body mounted snowploughs provided for customer to install which allows coupler use if you omit the centre plough, with additional one-piece NEM mounted option
• Full underframe tank, battery box and full-formed compressor detail with extensive pipework and other separate parts
• Fully sprung metal buffers and bufferplate, factory-fitted pipework and screw couplings (for display)
• Fully sprung buffers, super-fine pipework and screw couplings (for display)
• Kinetic NEM coupler mounts at correct height and mini-tension-lock couplers

Deluxe Features

• Separately powered working radiator fan with different speed settings 
• PowerPack capacitor for uninterrupted power
• Custom ‘Accurathrash’  Speaker Technology including large ‘Accurathrash’ Style Bass Speaker (on DCC Sound-fitted models only) 
• Hall sensor for flange squeal effect (on DCC Sound-fitted models only)

DCC Features

• DCC ready with PowerPack capacitor for uninterrupted power
• DCC ready or Factory-Fitted DCC Sound options

High Performance Traction features

• Five-Pole motor with two flywheels
• Helical Gear box for maximum performance and slow speed running
• Gearing arranged so locomotive can achieve scale speed of 125 mph (200 km/h)
• All wheel drive (sprung centre axle) and all wheel pickup

Fully detailed Lighting Pack features:

• Directional lighting, DC and DCC
• Switchable Red and white marker lights with day/night options
• Switchable Red and white marker lights with correctly configured lights for preservation era oddballs 50008 and 50044
• Interior lighting with cast electrical compartment and engine bay detail on metal motor enclosure
• Separately switched cab lighting and illuminated, driver’s desk, auto/off on movement

Catalogue listing

Model details

Prototype information

^* Class names often change over the lifespan of a locomotive, so this is not necessarily the class name used by the operator in the period modelled.

Accurascale has announced the OO gauge Class 50, the third and final model in their iconic English Electric six-axle trio. The new locomotive is modelled on the BR blue livery of Class 50006 'Neptune', one of the 50 diesel-electric locomotives built by English Electric at Vulcan Foundry between 1967 and 1968. The Class 50 was a unique and popular locomotive, known for its distinctive sucking sound and its use on passenger and parcels services across the UK.

The Accurascale model is highly detailed and features a die-cast metal chassis, RP25-110 profile OO wheels, and separately-applied etched metal and plastic detail parts. The model is DCC ready and features a range of lighting options, including directional lighting, red and white marker lights, and interior lighting. The model also features Accurascale's twin-speaker set up, working radiator fan, and flange squeal sensor.

The Class 50 was a complex locomotive, with a complicated mixed traffic design that made it prone to spares shortages and reliability issues. Despite this, the class developed a loyal following among enthusiasts, and many examples were preserved after withdrawal from service. Today, five Class 50s are still in operation on Network Rail metals, with several more undergoing restoration.

The Accurascale Class 50 is available to pre-order now, and features a range of optional details, including multiple working equipment, handrails, and radio equipment. The model is built to a high level of detail and accuracy, making it a must-have for any railway modeller.