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Hornby R4990

Network Rail, Mk3 DVT, 82129 - Era 11

Manufacturer catalogue image - please note that pre-release images may be CAD renders or CGI images rather than photographs

Prototype Eras
Era 9 (1995 to 2004) Initial Privatisation
Era 11 (2016 to 2026) The Last Days of Privatisation

Manufacturer description

The Mk.3 Driving Van Trailer, a purpose built control car railway vehicle that allows a driver to operate another locomotive from the opposite end of a train, was manufactured specifically for the purpose of operating with existing Mark 2D, E and F coaches on the United Kingdom's railway network in addition to Mark 3 stock.

52 Mk.3 DVTs were built in 1988 and vehicles can still be seen in service today, including Network Rail use.

Catalogue listing

Model details

Prototype information

Hornby Network Rail Mk3 DVT, item 82129, is an Era 11 OO gauge model representing a British Railways Mark 3 Driving Van Trailer. The model is finished in a painted yellow livery and carries the running number 82129.

The model measures 246 mm in length and is suitable for a minimum radius of the 2nd radius (438 mm). Power is collected through all wheels and the unit is DCC ready with an 8‑pin socket. Coupling is via NEM and tension‑lock types. The model is designed for the OO gauge and conforms to the British Rail colour specification.

The prototype DVT was designed by BREL and built by British Rail Engineering Limited between 1988 and 1990. It was intended to allow a driver to control a locomotive from the opposite end of a train and operated with Mark 2D, E and F coaches as well as Mark 3 stock. The Hornby model represents the current era of Network Rail operation.

A total of 52 Mk 3 DVTs were constructed, and examples remain in service on the UK network, including use by Network Rail.