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Prototype Era
Era 7 (1972 to 1982) British Rail Blue (TOPS)
This model features:
Speaker Fitted Working exterior lights Interior lights can be activated using included magnetic "wand" DCC users have more control over light functionsThese models produced exclusively for Model Rail by Heljan.
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Heljan Class 11 12052 – BR Blue – Weathered is a limited‑edition OO‑scale model released in collaboration with Model Rail Magazine. It bears the manufacturer part number MR‑513 and is available only through Model Rail. The product is listed online at https://www.modelrailoffers.co.uk/p/85633/MR-513-Model-Rail-Class-11-12052--BR-Blue---WEATHERED and was announced on 16 October 2025.
The model represents a British Rail Class 11 diesel shunter in the post‑TOPS BR Rail Blue livery with wasp stripes, finished with a weathered effect. It includes a fitted speaker, working exterior lights and interior lights that can be activated with an included magnetic wand. For DCC users the unit has a next‑18‑pin socket, providing enhanced control over lighting functions.
Gauge: OO
Finish: Weathered
DCC status: Next 18‑pin socket
Period represented: British Rail Blue (TOPS)
Limited edition: Model Rail Magazine.