Model Details
King Class Locomotive - King Edward I
6024
Years Released:
1978
1979
(Model Year pages)
Model released for 2 years.
Model: King Class Locomotive - King Edward I
Running Number: 6024
Category: Steam Locomotives
Locomotive Class: King Class
Designer: C. B. Collett
Class Information: Built under the direction of C.B. Collett the King Castle Class 6000 series was built by Great Western Railway (GWR) with the intent of wresting back the title of “most powerful steam locomotive in Britain” after losing the title to Southern Railways Lord Nelson Class. The King’s were the largest steam locomotives built by the GWR and entrusted the railways most prestigious passenger train workings including “The Cornish Riviera” express. More...
Weight: 136 tons (including tender)
Purpose: Express Passenger
Wheel Arrangement: 4-6-0
Wheel Arrangement Name: Ten Wheeler
Model Information: * 24,000 solo models produced and 3,000 in sets.
Models Produced: * 27,000
* Information from Triang & Hornby, The Story of Rovex, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 - Pat Hammond
Logo & Box Style:
1978 1979
Running Number: 6024
Category: Steam Locomotives
Locomotive Class: King Class
Designer: C. B. Collett
Class Information: Built under the direction of C.B. Collett the King Castle Class 6000 series was built by Great Western Railway (GWR) with the intent of wresting back the title of “most powerful steam locomotive in Britain” after losing the title to Southern Railways Lord Nelson Class. The King’s were the largest steam locomotives built by the GWR and entrusted the railways most prestigious passenger train workings including “The Cornish Riviera” express. More...
Weight: 136 tons (including tender)
Purpose: Express Passenger
Wheel Arrangement: 4-6-0
Wheel Arrangement Name: Ten Wheeler
Model Information: * 24,000 solo models produced and 3,000 in sets.
Models Produced: * 27,000
* Information from Triang & Hornby, The Story of Rovex, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 - Pat Hammond
Logo & Box Style:
1978 1979
 1978 1979 |
Company: G.W.R. - Great Western Railway
Logo: G.W.R. Crest
Logo Years: 1927 - 1947
Livery: G.W.R. Green
Livery Details: Brunswick green with gilt lettering, and orange and black lining.
Company Information: The G.W.R. was formed as a railway company in 1835 and was the only company to survive the 1923 grouping, to become one of the big four. The King and Castle class locomotives were amongst the most famous G.W.R. steam designs.
Model Ranking:
Current: 521 - December 2023
Previous: 205 - November 2023
Movement:
(-316)
Logo: G.W.R. Crest
Logo Years: 1927 - 1947
Livery: G.W.R. Green
Livery Details: Brunswick green with gilt lettering, and orange and black lining.
Company Information: The G.W.R. was formed as a railway company in 1835 and was the only company to survive the 1923 grouping, to become one of the big four. The King and Castle class locomotives were amongst the most famous G.W.R. steam designs.
Model Ranking:
Current: 521 - December 2023
Previous: 205 - November 2023
Movement:
(-316)
Model Year Details (2)
| YEAR | CAT | MODEL |
|---|---|---|
| 1978 | R.078 |
King Class Locomotive - King Edward I |
| 1979 | R.078 |
King Class Locomotive - King Edward I |
Related Service Sheets (7)
| NO | SERVICE SHEET NAME | ISSUE DATE |
|---|---|---|
| 104 | Tender Drive Motor Type 3 - R.063, R.065, R.066, R.078, R.842 | June 1978 |
| 104 (Back) | Tender Drive Motor Type 3 - R.063, R.065, R.066, R.078, R.842 - Back | June 1978 |
| 112 | 4-6-0 King Edward 1 - R.078 | September 1978 |
| 112 (Back) | 4-6-0 King Edward 1 - R.078 - Back | September 1978 |
| HR1978 | Locomotive Operation And Maintenance 1978 (Front) | 1978 |
| HR1978 (Back) | Locomotive Operation And Maintenance 1978 (Back) | 1978 |
| HR1978 C3 | Locomotive Operation And Maintenance 1978 (Class 5) | 1978 |
Model Photos & Notes (0)
Model Catalogue Information
| YEAR | INFORMATION |
|---|---|
| 1978 | Introduced in 1927, the King Class locomotives were used on the major express services of the GWR where they quickly built up an excellent reputation and to many people still epitomise the high point of steam traction. This supurb Hornby model is tender driven by a Silver Seal Ringfield motor and incorporates finer scale wheels with underframe and full cab details. The handrails are fitted separately. The prototype King Edward I is currently undergoing restoration. |
| 1979 | Wire handrails. |
Motor Information
| YEAR | MOTOR |
|---|---|
| 1978 | Ringfield |
Price List
| YEAR | UK PRICE |
|---|---|
| 1978 | £16.95 |
| 1979 | £17.95 |
Catalogue Images (2)
R.078 King Class Locomotive - King Edward I - 1978
R.078 King Class Locomotive - King Edward I - 1979
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