Gaugemaster Class 56 031 'Merehead' BR Dutch Grey/Yellow (DCC-Fitted) GM2210702D
The British Rail Class 56 is a heavy freight diesel-electric locomotive introduced between 1976 and 1984. A total of 135 locomotives were built, with early units constructed by Electroputere in Romania and later examples assembled by BREL in Doncaster and Crewe. Powered by a Ruston-Paxman RK3 engine producing 3,250 hp, the Class 56 was designed for hauling heavy goods across the UK rail network. Known for their strength and rugged design, they became a mainstay of British Railās freight operations. Several Class 56s remain active in mainline use and preservation today, a testament to their enduring legacy.
Model1:148 Scale model produced as a finely detailed replica of the original and features lots of expertly applied details as based on the prototype.
Features- 1:148 Scale Model
- Gaugemaster Limited Edition
- Detailed body with etched grills and separately fitted hand rails
- Darkened wheels and pin point bearings
- Split frame tungsten chassis
- 5 Pole motor for smoother operation
- All wheel drive
- All Wheel pick up
- Includes etched brass name and number plates
- Directional lighting
- NEM couplings
- Includes both standard and knuckle couplings
- Includes spares bag with additional detailing parts
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The British Rail Class 56 is a heavy freight diesel-electric locomotive introduced between 1976 and 1984. A total of 135 locomotives were built, with early units constructed by Electroputere in Romania and later examples assembled by BREL in Doncaster and Crewe. Powered by a Ruston-Paxman RK3 engine producing 3,250 hp, the Class 56 was designed for hauling heavy goods across the UK rail network. Known for their strength and rugged design, they became a mainstay of British Railās freight operations. Several Class 56s remain active in mainline use and preservation today, a testament to their enduring legacy.
Model1:148 Scale model produced as a finely detailed replica of the original and features lots of expertly applied details as based on the prototype.
Features- 1:148 Scale Model
- Gaugemaster Limited Edition
- Detailed body with etched grills and separately fitted hand rails
- Darkened wheels and pin point bearings
- Split frame tungsten chassis
- 5 Pole motor for smoother operation
- All wheel drive
- All Wheel pick up
- Includes etched brass name and number plates
- Directional lighting
- NEM couplings
- Includes both standard and knuckle couplings
- Includes spares bag with additional detailing parts
