Model Details
The Torbay Express (Castle Class - Llanstephan Castle)
5004
Years Released:
1999
(Model Year pages)
Model released for 1 year.
Model: The Torbay Express (Castle Class - Llanstephan Castle)
Running Number: 5004
Category: Train Packs
Locomotive Class: Castle Class
Designer: C. B. Collett
Class Information: Built between 1923 and 1950 the Castle Class 4073 series were designed for express passenger service through-out the Great Western Railway. The Castle Class is generally noted for their over-all performance, operating economy, and long working lives. More...
Weight: 136 tons (including tender)
Purpose: Express Passenger
Wheel Arrangement: 4-6-0
Wheel Arrangement Name: Ten Wheeler
Model Information: Great British Trains are produced in editions of 2000 only, each with authenticating certificate.
Length - Castle Class - 265mm.
Length - Mk1 Composite Coach - 265mm.
Models Produced: ---
Logo & Box Style:
1999
Running Number: 5004
Category: Train Packs
Locomotive Class: Castle Class
Designer: C. B. Collett
Class Information: Built between 1923 and 1950 the Castle Class 4073 series were designed for express passenger service through-out the Great Western Railway. The Castle Class is generally noted for their over-all performance, operating economy, and long working lives. More...
Weight: 136 tons (including tender)
Purpose: Express Passenger
Wheel Arrangement: 4-6-0
Wheel Arrangement Name: Ten Wheeler
Model Information: Great British Trains are produced in editions of 2000 only, each with authenticating certificate.
Length - Castle Class - 265mm.
Length - Mk1 Composite Coach - 265mm.
Models Produced: ---
Logo & Box Style:
1999
 1999 |
Company: B.R. - British Railways
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: 1588 - October 2019
Previous: 1429 - September 2019
Movement:
(-159)
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: 1588 - October 2019
Previous: 1429 - September 2019
Movement:
(-159)
Model Year Details (1)
| YEAR | CAT | MODEL |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | R.2090 |
The Torbay Express (Castle Class - Llanstephan Castle) |
Limited Edition
| YEAR | LIMITED |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 2000 |
Related Service Sheets (1)
| NO | SERVICE SHEET NAME | ISSUE DATE |
|---|---|---|
| 213 | County & Castle Class Locomotive | August 2000 |
Model Photos & Notes (0)
Model Catalogue Information
| YEAR | INFORMATION |
|---|---|
| 1999 | The Torbay Express was the named train that ran from Paddington to Kingswear from 1927 onwards. Suspended like many such services for the duration of World War II, it was reintroduced in 1946 and is presented here in the early B.R. livery of the fifties. Limited edition Train Pack features specially produced Castle Class locomotive Llanstephan Castle hauling Mk.1 coaches in crimson and cream, with Torbay Express name boards and Western Region running numbers exclusive to this pack. |
Motor Information
| YEAR | MOTOR |
|---|---|
| 1999 | Ringfield (mounted in locomotive) |
Price List
| YEAR | UK PRICE |
|---|---|
| 1999 | £104.99 |
Catalogue Images (1)
R.2090 The Torbay Express (Castle Class - Llanstephan Castle) - 1999
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