Train Set Details
Spirit Of Progress Set (Aust)

Years Released:
1976a
1977a
1978a
(Train Set Year pages)
Set released for 3 years.
Category: Train Sets

Model Information: Australian release. V.R. Express passenger set includes powerful diesl loco with operating headlights, hauling a three car V.R. train.
Sets Produced: * 12,000
* Information from Triang & Hornby, The Story of Rovex, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 - Pat Hammond
Logo & Box Style:

1976a 1977a

1978a
![]() 1976a 1977a |
![]() 1978a |
Train Set Year Details (3)
YEAR | CAT | MODEL |
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1976a | R.572 |
![]() Spirit Of Progress Set (Aust) |
1977a | R.773 |
![]() Spirit Of Progress Set (Aust) |
1978a | R.773 |
![]() Spirit Of Progress Set (Aust) |
Train Set Items (4)
MODEL | NO. | LIVERY |
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V.R. B Class Diesel Locomotive (Aust) | 5007 | V.R. Blue |
V.R. Passenger Car (Aust) | None | V.R. Blue |
V.R. Dining Car (Aust) | None | V.R. Blue |
V.R. Baggage Car (Aust) | None | V.R. Blue |
Train Set Photos & Notes (0)
Train Set Catalogue Information
YEAR | INFORMATION |
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1976a | Set includes Oval of Track, with Power Clip, Uncoupling Ramp, Battery Power Module and Tunnel. |
1977a | Includes large oval of track, cardboard tunnel, battery power module and a power clip. |
1978a | Includes large oval of track, cardboard tunnel, battery power module and a power clip. |
Catalogue Images (3)
R.572 Spirit Of Progress Set (Aust) - 1976a
R.773 Spirit Of Progress Set (Aust) - 1977a
R.773 Spirit Of Progress Set (Aust) - 1978a
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