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Accurascale ACC2293-DCC

BR Class 89 - 89001 - InterCity Swallow (Original) - DCC Sound Fitted

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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.

The Accurascale Class 89 is a highly detailed OO scale model of the BR Class 89 'Badger' electric locomotive. This limited edition model is being produced by Rails of Sheffield and features DCC sound. The model is based on the Class 92 platform and has all-wheel powered six-axle bogies and a pantograph that can be raised or lowered using DCC or DC control.

The model is a highly detailed representation of the Class 89 locomotive, with a die-cast metal chassis and RP25-110 profile OO wheels. It features separately-applied etched metal and plastic detail parts, including grab handles, steps, wipers, and scale width wire handrails. The underframe tank detail is fully represented, with brackets and pipework, and the model has fully sprung metal buffers and bufferplate.

The model is DCC ready and has a powerpack capacitor for uninterrupted power. It also features a hall sensor for a flange squeal effect. The model has a five-pole motor with two flywheels and a metal helical gear box for maximum performance and slow speed running. The gearing is arranged to allow the locomotive to achieve a minimum scale top speed of 125mph.

The lighting pack on the model features directional lighting, DC and DCC, switchable red and white marker lights with day/night options, and separately switched cab lighting and illuminated driver's desk. The model is based on the original Class 89 prototype, which was designed by Brush Traction and constructed by British Rail Engineering Ltd at Crewe Works in 1986. The prototype was used as a test bed and eventually settled into service working between Kings Cross and Leeds.

The Class 89 story is a fascinating one, with the prototype being used on various railways over the years, including being purchased for preservation and later returning to operation with GNER. The model is a highly detailed and accurate representation of this unique locomotive, and is a must-have for any railway enthusiast.