Model Details
Class A4 Locomotive - Wild Swan
60021
Years Released:
1996
1997
(Model Year pages)
Model released for 2 years.
Model: Class A4 Locomotive - Wild Swan
Running Number: 60021
Category: Steam Locomotives
Locomotive Class: Class A4
Designer: Sir Nigel Gresley
Class Information: Class A4 locomotives were introduced in 1935 as part of a modern streamlined train named Silver Jubilee. One member of the class; 4468 Mallard achieved the authenticated world speed record for steam of 126-MPH during 1938. More...
Weight: 167 tons
Purpose: Express Passenger
Wheel Arrangement: 4-6-2
Wheel Arrangement Name: Pacific
Model Information: Length - 11 7/16 inches - 29.1cm.
Models Produced: * 3,000
* Information from Triang & Hornby, The Story of Rovex, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 - Pat Hammond
Logo & Box Style:
1996 1997
Running Number: 60021
Category: Steam Locomotives
Locomotive Class: Class A4
Designer: Sir Nigel Gresley
Class Information: Class A4 locomotives were introduced in 1935 as part of a modern streamlined train named Silver Jubilee. One member of the class; 4468 Mallard achieved the authenticated world speed record for steam of 126-MPH during 1938. More...
Weight: 167 tons
Purpose: Express Passenger
Wheel Arrangement: 4-6-2
Wheel Arrangement Name: Pacific
Model Information: Length - 11 7/16 inches - 29.1cm.
Models Produced: * 3,000
* Information from Triang & Hornby, The Story of Rovex, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 - Pat Hammond
Logo & Box Style:
1996 1997
 1996 1997 |
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: 181 - July 2022
Previous: 130 - June 2022
Movement:
(-51)
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: 181 - July 2022
Previous: 130 - June 2022
Movement:
(-51)
Model Year Details (2)
| YEAR | CAT | MODEL |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 | R.286 |
Class A4 Locomotive - Wild Swan |
| 1997 | R.286 |
Class A4 Locomotive - Wild Swan |
Related Service Sheets (3)
| NO | SERVICE SHEET NAME | ISSUE DATE |
|---|---|---|
| 117A | 4-6-2 Loco Class A4 | June 1992 |
| 117A (Back) | 4-6-2 Loco Class A4 - Back | June 1992 |
| 217 | A3 - A4 Super Detail | May 2000 |
Model Photos & Notes (0)
Model Catalogue Information
| YEAR | INFORMATION |
|---|---|
| 1996 | The Gresley designed A4s were used to haul express passenger trains, although towards the end of steam some were seen hauling goods. The Wild Swan model is featured in the livery of its later days prior to withdrawal in 1963. The model is powered by a tender mounted ringfield motor. Suitable for coaches R.400 and R.448. |
| 1997 | Gresley designed the A4 to haul express passenger trains. Towards the end of the steam period, they sometimes also hauled freight. Wild Swan features the livery of its later days prior to retirement in 1963. The model is powered by a tender mounted ringfield motor. |
Motor Information
| YEAR | MOTOR |
|---|---|
| 1997 | Ringfield (located in the tender) |
Price List
| YEAR | UK PRICE |
|---|---|
| 1996 | £69.99 |
Catalogue Images (2)
R.286 Class A4 Locomotive - Wild Swan - 1996
R.286 Class A4 Locomotive - Wild Swan - 1997
Class A4 Locomotive - Wild Swan on ebay US 
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