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Rapido 954010

GWR County No.1011 ‘County of Chester’ BR Lined Green Late Crest

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

Manufacturer description

GWR Class 1000 ‘County’
1011 “County of Chester” in BR Lined Green (Late Crest)
GWR number on front bufferbeam, smokebox door plates removed
Double Chimney
Speedo Fitted
Parallel Buffers
Suitable for operation on 2nd Radius curves (438mm or greater)
Working dynamic firebox flicker
21-pin DCC decoder socket
MoPower stay-alive capacitors
2 factory-fitted speakers in all models
Sprung buffers
Museum quality paint finish
Smooth & powerful mechanism
Highly detailed
NEM coupler pockets
1:76 scale, (OO gauge)

Catalogue listing

Model details

Prototype information

The Rapido GWR County No.1011 'County of Chester' in BR Lined Green Late Crest is a model of the GWR Class 1000 locomotive. This locomotive was a 0-6-0 steam locomotive that was introduced by the Great Western Railway in the 1920s.

The model features a number of accurate details, including the GWR number on the front bufferbeam and the removal of the smokebox door plates. It also has a double chimney and a speedo fitted to the front of the locomotive. The model has parallel buffers and is suitable for operation on 2nd radius curves of 438mm or greater.

The County of Chester model features a working dynamic firebox flicker, which adds to the realism of the model. It also has a 21-pin DCC decoder socket, allowing for easy installation of a digital command control system. MoPower stay-alive capacitors are also included, to help prevent voltage drops when the locomotive is not in use.

The model has two factory-fitted speakers, providing a high-quality sound experience. It also features sprung buffers, which provide a more realistic running experience. The locomotive has a museum quality paint finish and a highly detailed design, with NEM coupler pockets for easy coupling.

The model is available in 1:76 scale, making it suitable for OO gauge railway layouts. The smooth and powerful mechanism ensures a reliable and smooth running experience, making it a great addition to any model railway collection.