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Bachmann 32-939DS

Class 150/2 2-Car DMU 150236 Arriva Trains Wales (Revised)

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Prototype Eras
Era 9 (1995 to 2004) Initial Privatisation
Era 11 (2016 to 2026) The Last Days of Privatisation

Manufacturer description

Class 150/2 2-Car DMU 150236 Arriva Trains Wales (Revised) - Sound Fitted

Highlights:

• Accessory-pack
• Directional and interior lighting
• Front end details appropriate to prototype

History

The British Rail Class 150 Sprinter is a class of diesel multiple-unit passenger trains built by BREL York from 1984 to 1987. A total of 137 units were produced in three main subclasses, replacing many of the earlier, first-generation "Heritage" DMUs. The first subclass, 150/0 comprised a pair of prototype units.

The second batch, of fifty units, was classified 150/1 and numbered in the range 150101-150. Like the prototype units, they did not have front-end gangway connections which allowed passengers to move between units working in multiple. Originally based at Derby Etches Park depot, these units were introduced in 1986, mainly concentrated around Birmingham and Manchester, and in later years restricted mainly to commuter services. Today the entire fleet is concentrated on the Northern franchise, mainly working around Manchester to places like Buxton, Sheffield, Liverpool, Southport and Carnforth.

The final batch of 85 two-car units were built with front-end gangway connections. These units were classified as Class 150/2 and numbered in the range 150201-285. They were used on longer-distance services. The 150/2s have operated in Scotland, Wales, the West of England and the North.

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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.

Bachmann Class 150/2 2‑Car DMU model 150236, revised for Arriva Trains Wales, is presented in pristine condition with a blue livery. The locomotive carries the running number 150236 and measures 540 mm in length. It is fitted with DCC sound equipment, includes both directional and interior lighting, and is capable of displaying passenger figures. The model can negotiate a minimum curve radius of 438 mm (second radius) and features a diesel‑multiple‑unit motive power.

The prototype represents a British Rail Class 150 “Sprinter” built between 1984 and 1987, of which 137 units were produced. The specific subclass is 150/2, a two‑car unit originally used on longer‑distance services and later operated by Arriva Trains Wales. The real‑world counterpart has a maximum speed of 75 mph and was introduced during the initial privatisation of UK rail services. The manufacturer part number is 32‑939DS.

Key highlights of the model include an accessory pack, front‑end details that match the prototype, and DCC sound fitting. It is suitable for layouts depicting the period of early post‑privatisation rail operation and is compatible with the Northern franchise network that currently employs these units.