Model Details
Class 90 Bo-Bo Electric Locomotive
90001
Years Released:
1988
1989
1990
(Model Year pages)
Model released for 3 years.
Model: Class 90 Bo-Bo Electric Locomotive
Running Number: 90001
Category: Diesel Electric Locomotives
Locomotive Class: Class 90
Designer: British Rail
Class Information: The West Coast Mainline was converted to overhead electric power in stages during the 1960’s and early 1970’s. After experimentation with early AC electric classes, BR settled on producing a large fleet of Class 86 and 87’s to meet motive power demands. With motive power requirements being fulfilled by the mid 1970’s, further production of locomotives ceased until the arrival of Class 90’s in 1987 More...
Weight: 84.5 tons
Purpose: Passenger & Freight
Wheel Arrangement: BO-BO
Model Information: The model operates from the running rails or an overhead catenary.
Length - 9 5/8 inches - 24.5cm.
Models Produced: * 7,000
* Information from Triang & Hornby, The Story of Rovex, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 - Pat Hammond
Logo & Box Style:
1988 1989 1990
Running Number: 90001
Category: Diesel Electric Locomotives
Locomotive Class: Class 90
Designer: British Rail
Class Information: The West Coast Mainline was converted to overhead electric power in stages during the 1960’s and early 1970’s. After experimentation with early AC electric classes, BR settled on producing a large fleet of Class 86 and 87’s to meet motive power demands. With motive power requirements being fulfilled by the mid 1970’s, further production of locomotives ceased until the arrival of Class 90’s in 1987 More...
Weight: 84.5 tons
Purpose: Passenger & Freight
Wheel Arrangement: BO-BO
Model Information: The model operates from the running rails or an overhead catenary.
Length - 9 5/8 inches - 24.5cm.
Models Produced: * 7,000
* Information from Triang & Hornby, The Story of Rovex, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 - Pat Hammond
Logo & Box Style:
1988 1989 1990
 1988 1989 1990 |
Company: B.R. - British Railways
Logo: B.R. Logo
Logo Years: 1965 - 1997
Livery: B.R. Inter City Swallow
Livery Details: White and dark grey with red and white lining and yellow cab ends.
Company Information: British Railways came into existence in 1948 when the dominating four British railway companies amalgamated. Steam traction on British Railways ended in 1968 and the system was re-branded as British Rail.
Model Ranking:
Current: 751 - November 2021
Previous: 687 - October 2021
Movement:
(-64)
Logo: B.R. Logo
Logo Years: 1965 - 1997
Livery: B.R. Inter City Swallow
Livery Details: White and dark grey with red and white lining and yellow cab ends.
Company Information: British Railways came into existence in 1948 when the dominating four British railway companies amalgamated. Steam traction on British Railways ended in 1968 and the system was re-branded as British Rail.
Model Ranking:
Current: 751 - November 2021
Previous: 687 - October 2021
Movement:
(-64)
Model Year Details (3)
| YEAR | CAT | MODEL |
|---|---|---|
| 1988 | R.242 |
Class 90 Bo-Bo Electric Locomotive |
| 1989 | R.242 |
Class 90 Bo-Bo Electric Locomotive |
| 1990 | R.242 |
Class 90 Bo-Bo Electric Locomotive |
Related Service Sheets (2)
| NO | SERVICE SHEET NAME | ISSUE DATE |
|---|---|---|
| 146 | 4 Wheeled Power Bogie for Class 90 Loco | November 1989 |
| 146 (Back) | 4 Wheeled Power Bogie for Class 90 Loco - Back | November 1989 |
Model Photos & Notes (0)
Model Catalogue Information
| YEAR | INFORMATION |
|---|---|
| 1990 | Running numbers to be issued are 90001, 90012 and 90014. |
Motor Information
| YEAR | MOTOR |
|---|---|
| 1988 | Type 6 Ringfield |
| 1989 | Type 6 Ringfield |
| 1990 | Type 6 Ringfield |
Price List
| YEAR | UK PRICE |
|---|---|
| 1989 | £30.50 |
Catalogue Images (3)
R.242 Class 90 Bo-Bo Electric Locomotive - 1988
R.242 Class 90 Bo-Bo Electric Locomotive - 1989
R.242 Class 90 Bo-Bo Electric Locomotive - 1990
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