Model Details
Western Class 52 Diesel Hydraulic Locomotive - Western King
D1039
Years Released:
1994
1995
(Model Year pages)
Model released for 2 years.
Model: Western Class 52 Diesel Hydraulic Locomotive - Western King
Running Number: D1039
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: * 2,200
* Information from Triang & Hornby, The Story of Rovex, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 - Pat Hammond
Logo & Box Style:
1994 1995
Running Number: D1039
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: * 2,200
* Information from Triang & Hornby, The Story of Rovex, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 - Pat Hammond
Logo & Box Style:
1994 1995
 1994 1995 |
Company: B.R. - British Railways
Logo: B.R. Late Crest
Logo Years: 1956 - 1967
Livery: B.R. Maroon
Livery Details: Maroon 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: 1060 - December 2023
Previous: 990 - November 2023
Movement:
(-70)
Logo: B.R. Late Crest
Logo Years: 1956 - 1967
Livery: B.R. Maroon
Livery Details: Maroon 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: 1060 - December 2023
Previous: 990 - November 2023
Movement:
(-70)
Model Year Details (2)
| YEAR | CAT | MODEL |
|---|---|---|
| 1994 | R.101 |
Western Class 52 Diesel Hydraulic Locomotive - Western King |
| 1995 | R.101 |
Western Class 52 Diesel Hydraulic Locomotive - Western King |
Related Service Sheets (4)
| NO | SERVICE SHEET NAME | ISSUE DATE |
|---|---|---|
| 105 | 6 Wheel Powered Bogies | June 1978 |
| 105 (Back) | 6 Wheel Powered Bogies - Back | 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 |
|---|---|
| 1994 | The Westerns first appeared in 1961 and, in keepeing with the long traditions of Swindon works they exhibited a considerable originality of design. Their premature withdrawal in thelate 1970s cam about because of a BR policy to standardise on diesel electric traction. Model powered by Type 5 ringfield motor. |
| 1995 | There were 74 Westerns produced at Swindon but like the Hymeks they fell foul of BRs standardisation plans for diesel electric traction in the late 1970s. The model has diecast metal cab interiors and separate handrails. Motive power is supplied by a Type 5 ringfield motor. |
Motor Information
| YEAR | MOTOR |
|---|---|
| 1994 | Type 5 Ringfield |
| 1995 | Type 5 Ringfield |
Price List
| YEAR | UK PRICE |
|---|---|
| 1994 | £31.05 |
| 1995 | £35.00 |
Catalogue Images (2)
R.101 Western Class 52 Diesel Hydraulic Locomotive - Western King - 1994
R.101 Western Class 52 Diesel Hydraulic Locomotive - Western King - 1995
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