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Prototype Era
Era 7 (1972 to 1982) British Rail Blue (TOPS)
The beauty of the Class 33 lies in its functional, uncluttered design. We have meticulously recreated the distinct body profile, featuring fine-scale roof fan grilles, authentic bogie detail, and the specific cab-end variations that define the 33/0, 33/1, and 33/2 (Slimline) variants. With a smooth-running motor and heavy-duty chassis, the Heljan Class 33 is engineered for the same dependable service as the real thing.
One of our most popular ‘OO’ gauge models is returning in late-2025 after several years out of the range. The classic BRCW Type 3 – better known as Class 33/0 – is back with six liveries ranging from original BR Green to 1980s BR Blue and contemporary West Coast Railways red. Also included in the batch is unique BR Blue/Yellow 33012 in late-1990s condition and 33026 in early-1990s BR ‘General’ Grey.
Standard features include:
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Heljan Class 33 (model number 11034221) is an OO‑scale representation of a British Rail Class 33 locomotive in the BR Blue TOPS livery. The model reproduces the original body profile with fine‑scale roof fan grilles, authentic bogie detail and cab‑end variations for the 33/0, 33/1 and 33/2 (Slimline) versions. It is fitted with a smooth‑running motor and a heavy‑duty die‑cast chassis for reliable performance.
The locomotive returns to Heljan’s range in late 2025, with a release scheduled for 01/11/2025. It will be offered in six liveries, including the original BR Green, 1980s BR Blue, West Coast Railways red and special versions such as BR Blue/Yellow 33012 (late‑1990s) and 33026 in early‑1990s BR ‘General’ Grey. Standard equipment includes a 21‑pin MTC DCC decoder interface, sprung buffers, LED lighting, illuminated headcode panels, wire handrails, all‑wheel pickup and drive, NEM couplings, fine etched grilles and detailed cab interiors. The livery application is based on extensive prototype research.