Model Details
Patriot Class 5XP Locomotive - Private E Sykes VC

45537
Years Released:
1991
1992
(Model Year pages)
Model released for 2 years.
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 |
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: 953 - December 2023
Previous: 1044 - November 2023
Movement:

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 |
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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
Patriot Class 5XP Locomotive - Private E Sykes VC on ebay UK 
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