Model Details
Patriot Class 5XP Locomotive - Private E Sykes VC
45537
Years Released:
1991
1992
(Model Year pages)
Model released for 2 years.
Model: Patriot Class 5XP Locomotive - Private E Sykes VC
Running Number: 45537
Category: Steam Locomotives
Locomotive Class: Patriot Class 5XP
Designer: Sir Henry Fowler
Class Information: Introduced in 1930.
Weight: 123 tons
Purpose: Express Passenger
Wheel Arrangement: 4-6-0
Wheel Arrangement Name: Ten Wheeler
Model Information: Length - 10 1/4 inches - 26cms.
Models Produced: * 1,850
* Information from Triang & Hornby, The Story of Rovex, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 - Pat Hammond
Logo & Box Style:
1991 1992
Running Number: 45537
Category: Steam Locomotives
Locomotive Class: Patriot Class 5XP
Designer: Sir Henry Fowler
Class Information: Introduced in 1930.
Weight: 123 tons
Purpose: Express Passenger
Wheel Arrangement: 4-6-0
Wheel Arrangement Name: Ten Wheeler
Model Information: Length - 10 1/4 inches - 26cms.
Models Produced: * 1,850
* Information from Triang & Hornby, The Story of Rovex, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 - Pat Hammond
Logo & Box Style:
1991 1992
 1991 1992 |
Company: B.R. - British Railways
Logo: B.R. Early Emblem
Logo Years: 1948 - 1956
Livery: B.R. Green
Livery Details: Brunswick green with orange and black lining with yellow lettering.
Company Information: British Railways came into existence in 1948 when the dominating four British railway companies amalgamated. Steam traction on British Railways ended in 1968 and the system was re-branded as British Rail.
Model Ranking:
Current: 1002 - June 2022
Previous: 1263 - May 2022
Movement:
(+261)
Logo: B.R. Early Emblem
Logo Years: 1948 - 1956
Livery: B.R. Green
Livery Details: Brunswick green with orange and black lining with yellow lettering.
Company Information: British Railways came into existence in 1948 when the dominating four British railway companies amalgamated. Steam traction on British Railways ended in 1968 and the system was re-branded as British Rail.
Model Ranking:
Current: 1002 - June 2022
Previous: 1263 - May 2022
Movement:
(+261)
Model Year Details (2)
| YEAR | CAT | MODEL |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | R.578 |
Patriot Class 5XP Locomotive - Private E Sykes VC |
| 1992 | R.578 |
Patriot Class 5XP Locomotive - Private E Sykes VC |
Related Service Sheets (4)
| NO | SERVICE SHEET NAME | ISSUE DATE |
|---|---|---|
| 119 | 4-6-0 Duke of Sutherland - R.311 | February 1980 |
| 119 (Back) | 4-6-0 Duke of Sutherland - R.311 - Back | February 1980 |
| 120 | Short Wheelbase Tender Drive Motor - R.311, R.357 | February 1980 |
| 120 (Back) | Short Wheelbase Tender Drive Motor - R.311, R.357 - Back | February 1980 |
Model Photos & Notes (0)
Model Catalogue Information
| YEAR | INFORMATION |
|---|---|
| 1991 | Tender powered by Type 5 ringfield motor. The handsome model depicts the livery of the 1950s. Suitable for coaches R.429, R.442, R.443 and R.447. |
| 1992 | The Patriots were evolved from the earlier Claughton class of the London and North Western Railway by Sir Henry Fowler. The coal rails on the tender are an unusual feature. Suitable for coaches R.429, R.442, R.443 and R.447. Tender powered by Type 5 ringfield motor. |
Motor Information
| YEAR | MOTOR |
|---|---|
| 1991 | Type 5 Ringfield |
| 1992 | Type 5 Ringfield |
Price List
| YEAR | UK PRICE |
|---|---|
| 1992 | £68.60 |
Catalogue Images (2)
R.578 Patriot Class 5XP Locomotive - Private E Sykes VC - 1991
R.578 Patriot Class 5XP Locomotive - Private E Sykes VC - 1992
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