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Prototype Era
Era 9 (1995 to 2004) Initial Privatisation
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Heljan
5700
Class 57/3 diesel 57301 in Virgin Trains livery
Heljan
5701
Class 57/3 diesel 57307 in Virgin Trains livery
Heljan
5702
Class 57/3 diesel 57602 in First Great Western livery
Heljan
5703
Class 57/3 diesel 57310 in Virgin Trains livery
Heljan
5705
Class 57/3 diesel 57605 Totnes Castle in First Great Western livery
Heljan
5706
Class 57 302 'Virgil Tracy' Virgin Trains Silver/Red Wthrd
Heljan
5707
Class 57 309 'Brains' Virgin Trains Silver/Red
Heljan
5708
Class 57 603 'Tintagel Castle' FGW Fag Packet Green
Heljan
5710
Class 57 605 'Totnes Castle' GWR Green
Heljan
5711
Class 57 604 'Pendennis Castle' GWR Pristine Lined Green
Heljan
5712
Class 57 601 Northern Belle Maroon/Cream
Heljan
5713
Class 57 312 Network Rail Yellow
Heljan
5714
Class 57 LNWR Style Lined Black 57311 Locomotive Services Ltd Diesel Locomotive
Gaugemaster
GM4240601
Class 57 602 'Restormel Castle' First Great Western Blue
The Heljan model depicts British Rail Class 57/3 diesel locomotive 57604, named Pendennis Castle, finished in First Great Western livery. It is presented in a pristine condition with a realistic detailing that matches the appearance of the original locomotive during the initial privatisation era. The model is supplied with a DCC‑ready 8‑pin socket for digital operation.
Technical specifications include OO gauge, Co‑Co wheel arrangement and power pickup from all wheels. The locomotive is fitted with NEM and tension‑lock couplings and has a minimum curve radius of 2. It is capable of reaching a maximum speed of 75 mph (95 mph recorded). The model was produced between 2002 and 2005 and carries the manufacturer part number 5704.