Model Year Details
1988 - Class 08 0-6-0 Diesel Shunter
08938
Model: Class 08 0-6-0 Diesel Shunter (Overall Model page)
Running Number: 08938
Category: Diesel Electric Locomotives
Locomotive Class: Class 08
Designer: British Railways
Class Information: Class 08 diesel shunters were the most numerous diesel-electric locomotive design employed by British Railways. The antiquated outward appearance of the class finds roots in early experimentation with diesel locomotives by the London Midland Scottish Railways (LMS) during the 1930’s. More...
Weight: 49 tons
Purpose: Shunting
Wheel Arrangement: 0-6-0
Model Information: The West Highland Terrier on the side of 08938 is the trademark of Eastfield Depot in Glasgow.
Length - 4 7/8 inches - 12.4cm.
Models Produced: * 8,500
* Information from Triang & Hornby, The Story of Rovex, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 - Pat Hammond
Company: B.R. - British Railways
Logo: B.R. Logo
Logo Years: 1965 - 1997
Livery: B.R. Railfreight
Livery Details: Blue with yellow cab ends with black lining. Large logo extending the height of the loco body.
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.
Running Number: 08938
Category: Diesel Electric Locomotives
Locomotive Class: Class 08
Designer: British Railways
Class Information: Class 08 diesel shunters were the most numerous diesel-electric locomotive design employed by British Railways. The antiquated outward appearance of the class finds roots in early experimentation with diesel locomotives by the London Midland Scottish Railways (LMS) during the 1930’s. More...
Weight: 49 tons
Purpose: Shunting
Wheel Arrangement: 0-6-0
Model Information: The West Highland Terrier on the side of 08938 is the trademark of Eastfield Depot in Glasgow.
Length - 4 7/8 inches - 12.4cm.
Models Produced: * 8,500
* Information from Triang & Hornby, The Story of Rovex, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 - Pat Hammond
Company: B.R. - British Railways
Logo: B.R. Logo
Logo Years: 1965 - 1997
Livery: B.R. Railfreight
Livery Details: Blue with yellow cab ends with black lining. Large logo extending the height of the loco body.
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.
Year: 1988
Catalogue Number: R.803
Year Information: ---
Model Motor: ---
Publication: Hornby Railways - 34th Edition
Publication Type: Catalogue
Publication Edition: 34th Edition
Logo & Box Design:
UK Price List: £21.92
Aust Price List: ---
Can Price List: ---
Model Ranking:
Current: 571 - December 2023
Previous: 987 - November 2023
Movement:
(+416)
Catalogue Number: R.803
Year Information: ---
Model Motor: ---
Publication: Hornby Railways - 34th Edition
Publication Type: Catalogue
Publication Edition: 34th Edition
Logo & Box Design:
UK Price List: £21.92
Aust Price List: ---
Can Price List: ---
Model Ranking:
Current: 571 - December 2023
Previous: 987 - November 2023
Movement:
(+416)
Model Year Details (3)
| YEAR | CAT | IMAGE |
|---|---|---|
| 1986 | R.803 |
Class 08 0-6-0 Diesel Shunter |
| 1987 | R.803 |
Class 08 0-6-0 Diesel Shunter |
| 1988 | R.803 |
Class 08 0-6-0 Diesel Shunter |
Related Service Sheets (4)
| NO | SERVICE SHEET NAME | ISSUE DATE |
|---|---|---|
| 114 | Class 08 Diesel Shunter - R.354, R.780 | December 1980 |
| 114 (Back) | Class 08 Diesel Shunter - R.354, R.780 - Back | December 1980 |
| 139A | 0-6-0 Loco Chassis | June 1988 |
| 139A (Back) | 0-6-0 Loco Chassis - Back | June 1988 |
Model Photos & Notes (0)
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