Train Set Year Details
1978a - Spirit Of Progress Set (Aust)

Category: Train Sets

Model Information: Australian release. V.R. Express passenger set includes powerful diesl loco with operating headlights, hauling a three car V.R. train.
Sets Produced: * 12,000
* Information from Triang & Hornby, The Story of Rovex, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 - Pat Hammond
Catalogue Number: R.773
Year Information: Includes large oval of track, cardboard tunnel, battery power module and a power clip.
Publication: Hornby Railways Of Australia 1978
Publication Type: Catalogue Insert
Publication Edition: ---

Logo & Box Design:


UK Price List: ---
Aust Price List: ---
Can Price List: ---
Model Ranking:
Current: 132 - December 2020
Previous: 115 - November 2020
Movement:

Train Set Year Details (3)
YEAR | CAT | IMAGE |
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1976a | R.572 |
![]() Spirit Of Progress Set (Aust) |
1977a | R.773 |
![]() Spirit Of Progress Set (Aust) |
1978a | R.773 |
![]() Spirit Of Progress Set (Aust) |
Train Set Items (4)
MODEL | NO. | LIVERY |
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V.R. B Class Diesel Locomotive (Aust) | 5007 | V.R. Blue |
V.R. Passenger Car (Aust) | None | V.R. Blue |
V.R. Dining Car (Aust) | None | V.R. Blue |
V.R. Baggage Car (Aust) | None | V.R. Blue |
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