Bachmann 32-046SF

Class 20/0 Headcode Box 20201 BR Blue

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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

Catalogue listing

Brand
Bachmann
Range
Branchline
Product Code
32-046SF
RRP
£234.95
Release date
2019

Model details

Tooling date
2008
Scale
OO Gauge (1:76 Scale)
Minimum radius
Radius 2
Minimum radius curve
2nd Radius (438mm)
Name
W.P. Allen
Livery
Blue
Finish
Pristine
Chassis construction
Diecast
Coupling mount
NEM pockets
Coupling type
Tension lock
DCC status
DCC Sound Fitted
Running number
20201

Prototype information

Tractive effort
42,000 lbf
Wheel configuration
Bo-Bo
Total built
228
Operated by
British Rail
Direct Rail Services
Eurostar
Harry Needle Railroad Co
GB Railfreight
Main duties
Mixed Freight
Locomotive type
Diesel-Electric
In service until
Present
Build dates
1957 to 1968
Builder
English Electric at Vulcan Foundry
Robert Stephenson & Hawthorns
Locomotive class*
British Rail Class 20
Motive power
Diesel
Built
August 1948
Total produced
228

* 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.

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Bachmann Class 20/0 Headcode Box 20201 BR Blue is a ready‑to‑run model locomotive presented in pristine condition. It carries the British Rail Blue livery of the TOPS era, with the running number 20201 displayed on the headcode box. The model measures 190 mm in length and is fitted with DCC sound equipment, allowing digital command control operation.

The locomotive represents a diesel‑powered British Rail Class 20 built between 1957‑1968, of which 228 were produced. It is suitable for a minimum radius curve of the 2nd radius (438 mm) and can achieve a maximum speed of 60 mph (75 mph on certain layouts). The manufacturer part number is 32‑046SF.

The model depicts the period of British Rail Blue (TOPS) livery, reflecting the appearance of the class during its service with British Rail.

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