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Accurascale ACC2283

BR Class 89 - 89001 - InterCity Swallow (Original) - DCC Ready

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Prototype Era
Era 8 (1983 to 1994) British Rail Sectorisation

Manufacturer description

BR Class 89 - 89001 - InterCity Swallow (Original)

Dec-88 to Jul-92
Named Avocet on 16-Dec-88 and debuts in InterCity Swallow livery

SPECIFICATION
The Class 89 model will be based on Accurascale’s ground-breaking Class 92 platform, with all-wheel powered six-axle bogies.

• Highly-detailed OO scale model, 1:76.2 scale
  
• Minimum Radius 438mm (2nd Radius Set-track)
  
• Die-cast metal chassis
  
• RP25-110 profile OO wheels
  
• Separately-applied etched metal/plastic detail parts, including grab handles, steps, wipers, etc.
  
• Scale width wire handrails
  
• Full underframe tank detail with brackets and pipework
  
• Fully sprung metal buffers and bufferplate, pipework and screw couplings (for display)
  
• Dummy knuckle coupler provided in polybag
  
• Kinetic NEM coupler mounts at correct height and mini-tension-lock couplers

Deluxe Features

• Scale-sized Brecknall-Willis High Speed pantograph raised and lowered by DCC control
• PowerPack capacitor for uninterrupted power
• Customised Dual-Speaker Technology with large ‘Accurathrash’ Style Bass Speaker and smaller 'iphone' style cube for higher frequencies (on DCC Sound-fitted models only)
• Hall sensor for flange squeal effect 

DCC Features

• PowerPack capacitor for uninterrupted power
• DCC ready [21-Pin MTC Socket] 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 top speed
  
• 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

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 is producing a limited edition OO scale model of the Class 89 locomotive, number 89001 'Avocet', in InterCity Swallow livery. The model is based on the company's Class 92 platform and features all-wheel powered six-axle bogies and a pantograph that can be raised or lowered under DC or DCC control.

The model has a die-cast metal chassis and RP25-110 profile OO wheels, with separately-applied etched metal and plastic detail parts. It also features a scale width wire handrail, full underframe tank detail, and fully sprung metal buffers and bufferplate. The model is DCC ready with a PowerPack capacitor for uninterrupted power and features a five-pole motor with two flywheels and a metal helical gearbox for maximum performance.

The model includes a range of lighting features, including directional lighting, switchable red and white marker lights, and separately switched cab lighting. It is also available with a range of sound options, including customised Dual-Speaker Technology and a Hall sensor for flange squeal effect.

The Class 89 was a unique prototype locomotive designed by Brush Traction and constructed by British Rail Engineering Ltd at Crewe Works in 1986. It was used as a test bed between 1986 and 1988 and was later repainted in the InterCity Swallow livery and named 'Avocet' in December 1988. The locomotive has had a varied history, including being preserved, repainted, and returned to operation with different operators.

The model is a highly-detailed representation of the Class 89 locomotive and is available in limited quantities. It features a range of accurate details, including a scale-sized Brecknall-Willis High Speed pantograph and a fully detailed lighting pack. The model is suitable for use on a minimum radius of 438mm (2nd Radius Set-track) and is designed for operation on DC or DCC layouts.