Model Details
Coronation Class 8P Locomotive - King George VI
6244
Years Released:
1971
1971c
1972
1973
1973c
1974
(Model Year pages)
Model released for 4 years.
Running Number: 6244
Category: Steam Locomotives
Locomotive Class: 8P Coronation Class
Designer: Sir William Stanier
Class Information: Introduced by the LMS in 1937, the Coronation / Duchess Class remains the most powerful steam locomotives built in Britain. Early locomotives in the class were built with streamlined casings that were later removed; while later built locomotives never received the distinctive casings. More...
Weight: 161 tons (including tender)
Purpose: Heavy Express Passenger
Wheel Arrangement: 4-6-2
Wheel Arrangement Name: Pacific
Model Information: ---
Models Produced: ---
Logo & Box Style:
1971 1971c 1972
1973 1973c
1974
 1971 1971c 1972 |
 1973 1973c 1974 |
Logo: L.M.S. Crest
Logo Years: 1923 - 1947
Livery: L.M.S. Crimson
Livery Details: Crimson lake with yellow lettering and black lining.
Company Information: The biggest of Britains big four post grouping railway companies formed in 1923. Made up from 34 company lines including the Caledonian, Midland and Somerset & Dorset Joint Railways. Express trains from London to Glasgow were a feature of this company.
Model Ranking:
Current: 281 - December 2023
Previous: 142 - November 2023
Movement:
(-139)
Model Year Details (4)
Related Service Sheets (3)
| NO | SERVICE SHEET NAME | ISSUE DATE |
|---|---|---|
| 51 | X.04 Mark IV Motor | April 1968 |
| 76 | Chassis, Bogie & Pony Truck - R.850, R.855 | June 1969 |
| 89 | 4-6-2 Locomotive Chassis - R.855, R.871 | June 1974 |
Model Photos & Notes (0)
Model Catalogue Information
| YEAR | INFORMATION |
|---|---|
| 1971 | An alternative choice of three names, Queen Elizabeth, Duchess of Rutland and City of Edinburgh is provided with each locomotive. |
| 1972 | An alternative choice of three names, Queen Elizabeth, Duchess of Rutland and City of Edinburgh is provided with each locomotive. |
| 1973 | Magnadhesion and wire handrails. |
| 1974 | Fitted with Magnadhesion. |
Motor Information
| YEAR | MOTOR |
|---|---|
| 1974 | X.03 |
Price List
| YEAR | UK PRICE |
|---|---|
| 1971 | 115/- |
| 1972 | £6.85 |
| 1973 | £6.85 |
| 1974 | £8.95 |
| YEAR | AUST PRICE |
|---|---|
| 1972 | $23.50 |
| YEAR | CAN PRICE |
|---|---|
| 1971c | $20.00 |
| 1973c | $35.00 |
Catalogue Images (4)
R.871 Coronation Class 8P Locomotive - King George VI - 1971
R.871 Coronation Class 8P Locomotive - King George VI - 1971c
R.871 Coronation Class 8P Locomotive - King George VI - 1972
R.871 Coronation Class 8P Locomotive - King George VI - 1973
R.871 Coronation Class 8P Locomotive - King George VI - 1973c
R.871 Coronation Class 8P Locomotive - King George VI - 1974
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