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Bachmann 35-502

Class 117 3-Car DMU BR Network SouthEast (Revised)

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

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^* 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 Bachmann Class 117 three‑car DMU model depicts a British Rail Network SouthEast train in the red, white and blue livery. It is presented in pristine condition and carries the running number L425. The model measures 830 mm in length, features directional and interior lighting, and is fitted with a 21‑pin DCC‑ready socket. It can navigate a minimum curve radius of 438 mm (second radius).

This replica represents a diesel multiple‑unit built between 1959 and 1961, of which 123 were produced. The prototype class served British Rail during the sectorisation era, operating at a maximum speed of 70 mph. The manufacturer part number is 35‑502.