Model Details
Western Class 52 Diesel Hydraulic Locomotive - Western Yeoman
D1035
Years Released:
1992
1993
(Model Year pages)
Model released for 2 years.
Model: Western Class 52 Diesel Hydraulic Locomotive - Western Yeoman
Running Number: D1035
Category: Diesel Electric Locomotives
Locomotive Class: Class 52 (Type 4) Western
Designer: British Railways
Class Information: These unique diesel hydraulic express passenger locomotives were originally classified by British Railways as Type 4 and later reclassified Class 52 under TOPS. In 1959, as part of British Railways modernisation plan, these locomotives were key elements in the plan set forth by the British Transport Commission to completely replace steam traction through-out the Western Region. More...
Weight: 109 tons
Purpose: Express Passenger & Heavy Freight
Wheel Arrangement: C-C
Model Information: Length - 10 5/8 inches - 27.1cm.
Models Produced: * 1,750
* Information from Triang & Hornby, The Story of Rovex, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 - Pat Hammond
Logo & Box Style:
1992 1993
Running Number: D1035
Category: Diesel Electric Locomotives
Locomotive Class: Class 52 (Type 4) Western
Designer: British Railways
Class Information: These unique diesel hydraulic express passenger locomotives were originally classified by British Railways as Type 4 and later reclassified Class 52 under TOPS. In 1959, as part of British Railways modernisation plan, these locomotives were key elements in the plan set forth by the British Transport Commission to completely replace steam traction through-out the Western Region. More...
Weight: 109 tons
Purpose: Express Passenger & Heavy Freight
Wheel Arrangement: C-C
Model Information: Length - 10 5/8 inches - 27.1cm.
Models Produced: * 1,750
* Information from Triang & Hornby, The Story of Rovex, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 - Pat Hammond
Logo & Box Style:
1992 1993
 1992 1993 |
Company: B.R. - British Railways
Logo: B.R. Late Crest
Logo Years: 1956 - 1967
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: 1455 - May 2022
Previous: 1825 - April 2022
Movement:
(+370)
Logo: B.R. Late Crest
Logo Years: 1956 - 1967
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: 1455 - May 2022
Previous: 1825 - April 2022
Movement:
(+370)
Model Year Details (2)
| YEAR | CAT | MODEL |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | R.319 |
Western Class 52 Diesel Hydraulic Locomotive - Western Yeoman |
| 1993 | R.319 |
Western Class 52 Diesel Hydraulic Locomotive - Western Yeoman |
Related Service Sheets (4)
| NO | SERVICE SHEET NAME | ISSUE DATE |
|---|---|---|
| 105 | 6 Wheel Powered Bogies | June 1978 |
| 105 | 6 Wheel Powered Bogies | June 1978 |
| 116 | Diesel Loco Class 52 Western Courier - R.352, R.368 | February 1980 |
| 116 (Back) | Diesel Loco Class 52 Western Courier - R.352, R.368 - Back | February 1980 |
Model Photos & Notes (0)
Model Catalogue Information
| YEAR | INFORMATION |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 74 Western locomotives were designed and built at Swindon from 1961. The model has a Type 5 ringfield motor, diecast metal cab interiors and separate wire handrails. Suitable for coaches R.428 and R.447. Western Yeoman is preserved at Severn Valley Railway. |
| 1993 | The 74 Western locomotives designed and built at Swindon, were introduced from 1961 and appeared in a variety of liveries. Western Yeoman was in green with red backed nameplates in 1964. Model powered by Type 5 ringfield motor. |
Motor Information
| YEAR | MOTOR |
|---|---|
| 1992 | Type 5 Ringfield |
| 1993 | Type 5 Ringfield |
Price List
| YEAR | UK PRICE |
|---|---|
| 1992 | £30.85 |
Catalogue Images (2)
R.319 Western Class 52 Diesel Hydraulic Locomotive - Western Yeoman - 1992
R.319 Western Class 52 Diesel Hydraulic Locomotive - Western Yeoman - 1993
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