Train Set Details
Rail Freight Set

Years Released:
1976
(Train Set Year pages)
Set released for 1 year.
Category: Train Sets

Model Information: The addition of a siding to the basic oval of track allows the shunting and storage of wagons. All rolling stock is fitted with metal tyred wheels to full Silver Seal specifications.
Sets Produced: * 16,700
* Information from Triang & Hornby, The Story of Rovex, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 - Pat Hammond
Logo & Box Style:

1976
![]() 1976 |
Train Set Year Details (1)
YEAR | CAT | MODEL |
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1976 | R.178 |
![]() Rail Freight Set |
Train Set Items (5)
MODEL | NO. | LIVERY |
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0-4-0 Freight Locomotive
Released:
1976
|
254 | Private Owner Steam Locomotive |
Blue Circle Cement Wagon | None | Private Owner Goods |
Ocean Open Wagon | 921 | Private Owner Goods |
Kelloggs Van
Released:
1976
|
None | Private Owner Goods |
Texaco Tank Wagon | 500 | Private Owner Goods |
Train Set Photos & Notes (0)
Train Set Catalogue Information
YEAR | INFORMATION |
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1976 | Contains Battery Power Module and Power Clip, Tunnel, Oval of System 6 track with Siding, Buffer Stop and Uncoupling Ramp. |
Price List
YEAR | UK PRICE |
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1976 | £11.25 |
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R.178 Rail Freight Set - 1976
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