Model Details
Coronation Class Locomotive - Duchess Of Abercorn
6234
Years Released:
1980
1981
1982
(Model Year pages)
Model released for 3 years.
Model: Coronation Class Locomotive - Duchess Of Abercorn
Running Number: 6234
Category: Steam Locomotives
Locomotive Class: 8P Duchess 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: * 20,000
* Information from Triang & Hornby, The Story of Rovex, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 - Pat Hammond
Logo & Box Style:
1980 1981
1982
Running Number: 6234
Category: Steam Locomotives
Locomotive Class: 8P Duchess 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: * 20,000
* Information from Triang & Hornby, The Story of Rovex, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 - Pat Hammond
Logo & Box Style:
1980 1981
1982
 1980 1981 1982 |
Company: L.M.S. - London Midland & Scottish Railway
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: 363 - August 2019
Previous: 424 - July 2019
Movement:
(+61)
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: 363 - August 2019
Previous: 424 - July 2019
Movement:
(+61)
Model Year Details (3)
| YEAR | CAT | MODEL |
|---|---|---|
| 1980 | R.305 |
Coronation Class Locomotive - Duchess Of Abercorn |
| 1981 | R.305 |
Coronation Class Locomotive - Duchess Of Abercorn |
| 1982 | R.305 |
Coronation Class Locomotive - Duchess Of Abercorn |
Train Sets Included In (1)
| YEARS | TRAIN SET |
|---|---|
| 1980 1981 | Duchess Mail Train Set |
Related Service Sheets (5)
| NO | SERVICE SHEET NAME | ISSUE DATE |
|---|---|---|
| 111A | 4-6-2 Coronation Class | June 1992 |
| 111A (Back) | 4-6-2 Coronation Class - Back | June 1992 |
| HR1982 | Locomotive Operation And Maintenance 1982 (Front) | 1982 |
| HR1982 (Back) | Locomotive Operation And Maintenance 1982 (Back) | 1982 |
| HR1982 T5&6 | Locomotive Operation And Maintenance 1982 (Type 5 & 6) | 1982 |
Model Photos & Notes (0)
Model Catalogue Information
| YEAR | INFORMATION |
|---|---|
| 1980 | Includes crew figures and vacuum pipes. |
| 1981 | The headcode lamps light up and the intricate movenent of the valve gear is most impressive. Crew figures and vacuum pipes included. |
| 1982 | Limited availability, last year of model run. |
Motor Information
| YEAR | MOTOR |
|---|---|
| 1980 | Ringfield |
| 1981 | Ringfield |
| 1982 | Ringfield |
Price List
| YEAR | UK PRICE |
|---|---|
| 1980 | £24.95 |
| 1981 | £27.95 |
| 1982 | £30.50 |
Catalogue Images (3)
R.305 Coronation Class Locomotive - Duchess Of Abercorn - 1980
R.305 Coronation Class Locomotive - Duchess Of Abercorn - 1981
R.305 Coronation Class Locomotive - Duchess Of Abercorn - 1982
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