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Rapido 951507

GWR 44xx No.4406 BR Early Crest Lined Black (DCC Sound Fitted)

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Prototype Era
Era 4 (1948 to 1956) British Railways Early Crest

Manufacturer description

GWR 44XX Class
No.4406
BR lined black livery (large early crest) (1950-1953)
Outside steam pipes
ATC equipment
Extra rivet strip on tanks
Straight filler lid stand
Tall safety valve cover
Straight rain strips
Cab side shutters
Rear lamp iron fender
Cast iron tapered chimney
Parallel buffers
Smokebox number plate
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
Optional user fitted coupling hooks, vacuum hoses and steam heat pipes included
NEM coupler pockets
Sprung buffers

Catalogue listing

Model details

Prototype information

This OO gauge model represents the GWR 44XX class locomotive number 4406 in the British Railways early crest lined black livery, specifically during the period from 1950 to 1953. The model features a range of authentic details, including outside steam pipes, ATC equipment, and a cast iron tapered chimney.

The model is part of the Rapido GWR 44XX collection and is available with a DCC sound system installed. It is constructed from a combination of die-cast metal and injection moulded plastic. The locomotive's mechanism and motor are of high quality, and it features a Next18 decoder socket for easy DCC installation.

The model boasts a high level of detail, with many separately fitted parts, including cab side shutters, a rear lamp iron fender, and a straight rain strip. Optional user-fitted parts, such as coupling hooks, vacuum hoses, and steam heat pipes, are also included. The model also features NEM coupler pockets and sprung buffers for a smooth and realistic ride.