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Rapido 909003

Metropolitan Railway No.1 – 1999-2009 condition

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

Prototype Eras
Era 2 (1875 to 1923) Pre-grouping
Era 9 (1995 to 2004) Initial Privatisation
Era 10 (2005 to 2015) Rebuilding of the Railways
Era 11 (2016 to 2026) The Last Days of Privatisation

Livery and condition as preserved - eras show both original and preservation era, where applicable.

Manufacturer description

Metropolitan Railway ‘E’ Class
No.1
Metropolitan Livery (as seen between 1999 and 2009)
Die-cast metal and injection moulded plastic construction
High quality motor and mechanism
Next18 decoder socket
High level of detail with plenty of separately fitted parts
Era specific air brake equipment fitted within the cab
Optional user fitted tripcocks, airbrake and vacuum hoses included
NEM coupler pockets
Sprung buffers

Catalogue listing

Model details

Prototype information

The Rapido Metropolitan Railway No.1 model represents the Metropolitan Railway's 'E' Class locomotive in its condition between 1999 and 2009. This model is part of the Rapido Met 1 collection and is suitable for OO gauge model railways.

The model features a die-cast metal and injection moulded plastic construction, ensuring a high level of accuracy and detail. The mechanism is powered by a high-quality motor, allowing for smooth and reliable operation. A Next18 decoder socket is also included, making it DCC ready.

The model boasts a high level of detail, with many separately fitted parts, including era-specific air brake equipment within the cab. Modellers can also fit optional tripcocks, airbrake, and vacuum hoses to further enhance the model's realism. Additional features include NEM coupler pockets and sprung buffers.