Kernow Models 3372

Heljan Class 33/1 Diesel Locomotive number 33 104 BR Blue

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

Prototype Era
Era 7 (1972 to 1982) British Rail Blue (TOPS)

Manufacturer description

3372 Heljan Class 33/1 Diesel Locomotive number 33 104 in BR Blue livery.

No headlight - condition as Thames Tamar Express Railtour on 16th April 1977. She ran in this condition almost untouched cosmetically from 1974 until orange cant-rail stripes were generally applied around about 1985.

The Thames Tamar Express Railtour was organised by the Merchant Navy Locomotive Preservation Society. It ran as 1Z21 0847 London Waterloo to Carne Point and was formed with Class 33/1 Diesel Locomotive number 33 104 leading into Cornwall (as shown on the prototype image below) with Class 491 4-TC unit number 420 and 433 forming the passenger accommodation. Between these units was Mk1 RMB number S1872 which had special wiring to work with the TC units. Bringing up the rear was Class 33/1 Diesel Locomotive number 33 106.

Exclusive to Kernow Model Rail Centre

Catalogue listing

Model details

Kernow Models Heljan Class 33/1 diesel locomotive, number 33 104, in British Rail blue livery. The model is a limited‑edition release exclusive to the Kernow Model Rail Centre and carries the manufacturer part number 3372. It is supplied for OO gauge track and includes a 21‑pin DCC socket.

The locomotive is presented in the condition shown on the Thames Tamar Express Railtour of 16 April 1977, with the headlight removed. This appearance remained largely unchanged from 1974 until the addition of orange cant‑rail stripes around 1985.

The model represents the TOPS period of British Rail blue livery. It is marketed as a collectible item for enthusiasts of the Class 33/1 type and is available only from the Kernow Model Rail Centre.