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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
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:
- 21-pin MTC DCC Decoder Interface
- Sprung Buffers
- Authentic LED Lighting
- Illuminated Headcode Panels
- Wire Handrails
- Smooth and powerful performance
- Heavy die-cast chassis
- All-wheel pick-up and drive
- NEM Couplings
- Fine body, bogie and underframe tank detail
- Exquisite livery application based on extensive research of the prototype locomotives
- Fine Etched Grilles
- Detailed Cab Interiors
Catalogue listing
Model details
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.
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