Train Set Year Details

1979 - B.R. High Speed Train Set

U.K.

B.R. High Speed Train Set

Train Set: B.R. High Speed Train Set (Overall Train Set page)
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Model Information: High Speed Trains are bringing 125mph travel to both the Western and Eastern Regions of BR. The headlights which are so prominent on the prototypes are beautifully reproduced on this authentic Hornby model which also includes a full cab interior.
Sets Produced: * 71,500
* Information from Triang & Hornby, The Story of Rovex, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 - Pat Hammond
Year: 1979
Catalogue Number: R.789
Year Information: Includes oval of track, Rerailer-Uncoupler, Power Clip, Card Tunnel and Catalogue.
Publication: Hornby Railways OO Catalogue 1979 25th Edition
Publication Type: Catalogue
Publication Edition: 25th Edition
Hornby Railways OO Catalogue 1979 25th Edition
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UK Price List: £26.45
Aust Price List: ---
Can Price List: ---

Model Ranking:
Current: 56 - December 2023
Previous: 63 - November 2023
Movement: (+7)

Train Set Year Details (3)

YEAR CAT IMAGE
1977 R.685 1977
B.R. High Speed Train Set
1978 R.695 1978
B.R. High Speed Train Set
1979 R.789 1979
B.R. High Speed Train Set

Train Set Items (2)

MODEL NO. LIVERY
Class 253 HST Power And Dummy Power Car
Released: 1979
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Released: 1978 1979 1980 1981
M12006 B.R. Blue & Grey

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