Model Details
Class 2800 Locomotive
2859
Years Released:
1991
1992
(Model Year pages)
Model released for 2 years.
Model: Class 2800 Locomotive
Running Number: 2859
Category: Steam Locomotives
Locomotive Class: Class 28XX
Designer: G. J. Churchward
Class Information: Designed as a heavy freight locomotive by George Churchward for the Great Western Railway, the 2800 Class was the first 2-8-0 wheel arrangement to be used in Britain. More...
Weight: 76 tons
Purpose: Heavy Freight
Wheel Arrangement: 2-8-0
Wheel Arrangement Name: Consolidation
Model Information: Length - 10 1/8 inches - 25.8cm.
Models Produced: * 3,900
* Information from Triang & Hornby, The Story of Rovex, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 - Pat Hammond
Logo & Box Style:
1991 1992
Running Number: 2859
Category: Steam Locomotives
Locomotive Class: Class 28XX
Designer: G. J. Churchward
Class Information: Designed as a heavy freight locomotive by George Churchward for the Great Western Railway, the 2800 Class was the first 2-8-0 wheel arrangement to be used in Britain. More...
Weight: 76 tons
Purpose: Heavy Freight
Wheel Arrangement: 2-8-0
Wheel Arrangement Name: Consolidation
Model Information: Length - 10 1/8 inches - 25.8cm.
Models Produced: * 3,900
* Information from Triang & Hornby, The Story of Rovex, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 - Pat Hammond
Logo & Box Style:
1991 1992
 1991 1992 |
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: 1519 - February 2023
Previous: 2184 - January 2023
Movement:
(+665)
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: 1519 - February 2023
Previous: 2184 - January 2023
Movement:
(+665)
Model Year Details (2)
| YEAR | CAT | MODEL |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | R.532 |
Class 2800 Locomotive |
| 1992 | R.532 |
Class 2800 Locomotive |
Related Service Sheets (2)
| NO | SERVICE SHEET NAME | ISSUE DATE |
|---|---|---|
| 155 | 2-8-0 GWR Loco | March 1992 |
| 155 (Back) | 2-8-0 GWR Loco - Back | March 1992 |
Model Photos & Notes (0)
Model Catalogue Information
| YEAR | INFORMATION |
|---|---|
| 1991 | Tender powered by Type 6 ringfield motor. This exceptionally fine model features a firebox which glows when the locomotive is in motion and a working smoke generator. For heavy duty freight. |
| 1992 | Churchwards design of 1903 for heavy, long distance, freight haulage. Model has glowing firebox and smoke generator for amazing realism. Tender powered by Type 6 ringfield motor. |
Motor Information
| YEAR | MOTOR |
|---|---|
| 1991 | Type 6 Ringfield |
| 1992 | Type 6 Ringfield |
Price List
| YEAR | UK PRICE |
|---|---|
| 1992 | £74.95 |
Catalogue Images (2)
R.532 Class 2800 Locomotive - 1991
R.532 Class 2800 Locomotive - 1992
Class 2800 Locomotive on ebay US 
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