Train Set Details
Task Force Action Set
Years Released:
1982
1983
(Train Set Year pages)
Set released for 2 years.
Train Set: Task Force Action Set
Category: Train Sets
Model Information: Set includes mains controller. Also available R.579, same set without mains controller.
Sets Produced: * 2,600
* Information from Triang & Hornby, The Story of Rovex, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 - Pat Hammond
Logo & Box Style:
1982 1983
Category: Train Sets
Model Information: Set includes mains controller. Also available R.579, same set without mains controller.
Sets Produced: * 2,600
* Information from Triang & Hornby, The Story of Rovex, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 - Pat Hammond
Logo & Box Style:
1982 1983
 1982 1983 |
(-90)
Train Set Year Details (2)
| YEAR | CAT | MODEL |
|---|---|---|
| 1982 | R.580 |
Task Force Action Set |
| 1983 | R.580 |
Task Force Action Set |
Train Set Items (4)
| MODEL | NO. | LIVERY |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel Locomotive | 17 | --- |
| Tank Transporter with Missile-firing Tank | None | --- |
| Operating Helicopter Car | None | --- |
| Exploding Rocket Car | 455 | --- |
Train Set Photos & Notes (1)
| DATE | TYPE | TITLE | AUTHOR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Feb 2020 | Photo | Task Force Action Set Box Photo | Phil Morris |
Train Set Catalogue Information
| YEAR | INFORMATION |
|---|---|
| 1982 | Includes Oval of First Radius Track and a Power Connecting Clip. First the Rocket Car is prepared by setting its spring-loaded exploding gear. The helicopter launch mechanism is wound up. The Fire the Tank mounted missiles, Explode the Rocket Car. |
| 1983 | Includes oval of 1st Radius Track including Railer-Uncoupler Track, Power Connecting Clip and Mains Power Controller. Its all systems go with this exciting action set. Marvellous fun for the whole family. |
Price List
| YEAR | UK PRICE |
|---|---|
| 1982 | £44.95 |
Catalogue Images (2)
R.580 Task Force Action Set - 1982
R.580 Task Force Action Set - 1983
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