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Accurascale ACC2214

BR Class 50 - Original NSE - 50017 'Royal Oak'

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Prototype Eras
Era 7 (1972 to 1982) British Rail Blue (TOPS)
Era 8 (1983 to 1994) British Rail Sectorisation

Manufacturer description

BR Class 50 - Original NSE - 50017 'Royal Oak'

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 a new OO gauge model of the Class 50 diesel locomotive, specifically 50017 'Royal Oak'. The model is a highly detailed representation of the class, with a 1:76.2 scale die-cast metal chassis and RP25-110 profile OO wheels. It features a minimum radius of 438mm and is DCC ready with a 21-pin socket.

The model includes a range of features such as separately-applied etched metal and plastic details, scale width wire handrails, and etched metal pre-painted nameplates and crests. It also comes with interchangeable printed headcodes and scale-sized snowploughs.

The Class 50 was a class of six-axle diesel locomotives built by English Electric at Vulcan Foundry between 1967 and 1968. The class developed a strong following among enthusiasts, particularly towards the end of the 1980s. The locomotives were initially used on passenger and parcels services, but were later used on freight work and secondary passenger services.

The Accurascale model of the Class 50 is the third and final member of the manufacturer's English Electric six-axle trio, following the Class 55 and Class 37. The model is available to pre-order, with a detailed specification and features list available on the manufacturer's website.

The Class 50 was a complex and innovative design, with a range of features such as rheostatic braking and a slow speed control kit. The class was also prone to reliability issues, particularly with its internal electrical equipment. Despite this, the Class 50 remained in service until 1994, with seven locomotives being preserved and returned to the main line.

The Accurascale model of the Class 50 is designed to capture the full range of changes experienced by the class during its service life, including multiple working equipment, handrails, and headcode options. The model is also available with a range of DCC sound options, including a highly detailed lighting pack and a customised dual-speaker technology.