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Hornby R3759

GWR, Class 3031 'Dean Single', 4-2-2, 'Achilles' - Era 2

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Era 2 (1875 to 1923) Pre-grouping

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^* 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.

The Hornby GWR Class 3031 “Dean Single” model represents the Great Western Railway locomotive numbered 3031 and named Achilles. It depicts a pre‑grouping steam engine built between 1891 and 1899, of which 80 were produced to the 4‑2‑2 wheel arrangement designed by William Dean. The model is finished in a pristine condition with a green livery and carries the manufacturer part number R3759.

The locomotive measures 232 mm in length, is DCC ready with an 8‑pin socket, and features a three‑pole motor with a flywheel. It operates on locomotive‑only power pickup, requires a minimum curve radius of 438 mm (second radius), and is supplied as a ready‑to‑run steam‑powered model.