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Bachmann 39-735KDC

BR Mk2F DBSO Refurbished Driving Brake Second Open DRS (Compass)

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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

Unveiled during the Bachmann Collectors Club’s Practically Perfect Sale in June 2022, we are delighted to present this new Bachmann Collectors Club Limited Edition model of the Refurbished BR Mk2F Driving Brake Second Open (DBSO) in DRS Compass livery.

Following the recent release of the Refurbished Mk2F DBSO in the Bachmann Branchline range, we have utilised this new tooling to offer this model of the DBSO in the much-requested DRS livery. This state-of-the-art model incorporates a wealth of fine detail, including separate metal grab handles on the roof and metal handrails on the end, plus etched horn grilles and separate window wipers. The interior is detailed and decorated accordingly, including representation of the internal mesh-walled luggage compartment. Not only is this model highly detailed and beautifully decorated, but it also features an integrated DCC decoder which controls interior lighting – including separately controlled cab, guard’s compartment, and passenger saloon lights – directional lights and the door interlock lights for a fully authentic operating experience. Analogue users can also enjoy the interior and directional lights when power is applied.

 

MODEL FEATURES:

• Bachmann Branchline OO Scale
• Era 9
• Pristine DRS (Compass) livery
• Running No. 9705
• Accessory Pack including Obstacle Deflectors
• NEM Coupling Pockets
• Close Coupling Mechanism
• Length 270mm
• Directional Lighting
• Interior Lighting
• Door Interlock Lighting (when used on DCC)
• DCC-control of all lighting via the integrated DCC decoder
• Bachmann Collectors Club Limited Edition – 1,000 Certificated Pieces

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Prototype information

Bachmann Collectors Club present a limited‑edition, refurbished British Railways Mark 2F Driving Brake Second Open (DBSO) in Direct Rail Services Compass livery. The model carries running number 9705, measures 270 mm in length and uses NEM coupling pockets with a close‑coupling mechanism. It is supplied as a Bachmann Branchline OO‑scale kit (Era 9) and was unveiled during the Collectors Club’s Practically Perfect Sale in June 2022. Only 1 000 certificated pieces were produced.

The kit includes a metal accessory pack with obstacle deflectors, separate metal grab handles on the roof, metal handrails on the ends, etched horn grilles and individual window wipers. The interior reproduces the mesh‑walled luggage compartment and provides interior, directional and door‑interlock lighting. An integrated DCC decoder controls the cab, guard’s compartment and passenger saloon lights, while analogue users can also access the lighting when power is applied.

Key specifications: Finish – pristine; Livery – DRS (Compass); Classification – DBSO; Operator – Direct Rail Services; Manufacturer part number – 39‑735KDC; Period represented – Initial privatisation. The model features both interior and directional lighting, with DCC control of all lights.