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KR Models KRM-DHP-OO-R-GREEN

Clayton DHP1 BR Green Diesel Locomotive

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Prototype Era
Era 5 (1956 to 1966) British Railways Late Crest

Manufacturer description

Clayton DHP1

We proudly announce that we intend to produce the Clayton DHP1. It was a demonstrator ordered by Rolls Royce to showcase their engines and hydraulic transmission, with help from Col Fell of 10100 Fell Loco fame. Clayton modified the Class 17 drawings to suit the requirement as they were designed around the same time, although the 17 was about 4 feet longer, but the general layout was identical, testing didn’t go to plan and it was soon relegated to works shunter for the final 2 Class 17’s being built (the 2 with Rolls Royce engines).

Model Specification

• 21-pin DCC socket with easy access to Directional LED Lighting
• Heavy die-cast metal chassis with central motor and flywheels giving a powerful performance
• Separately fitted wire handrails and sandpipes
• Etched grilles
• Sprung buffers
• Flush glazing

Catalogue listing

Model details

Prototype information

The KR Models Clayton DHP1 BR Green Diesel Locomotive is a 21‑pin DCC‑compatible model (DCC status: DCC 21) representing a British Railways late‑crest demonstrator built for Rolls‑Royce. The locomotive was based on modified Class 17 drawings, with a shorter overall length but a similar layout, and was later used as a works shunter for the final two Class 17s fitted with Rolls‑Royce engines. Its manufacturer part number is KRM‑DHP‑OO‑R‑GREEN.

The model features a heavy die‑cast metal chassis with a central motor and flywheels, providing strong performance. It includes a 21‑pin DCC socket with easy access to directional LED lighting, separately fitted wire handrails and sandpipes, etched grilles, sprung buffers and flush glazing.

This product is aimed at collectors and railway enthusiasts seeking a detailed, functional replica of the historic Clayton DHP1 demonstrator.