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1993 - Class A4 Locomotive - Mallard

4468

Model: Class A4 Locomotive - Mallard (Overall Model page)
Running Number: 4468
Category: Steam Locomotives

Locomotive Class: Class A4

Designer: Sir Nigel Gresley
Class Information: Class A4 locomotives were introduced in 1935 as part of a modern streamlined train named Silver Jubilee. One member of the class; 4468 Mallard achieved the authenticated world speed record for steam of 126-MPH during 1938. More...
Weight: 167 tons
Purpose: Express Passenger
Wheel Arrangement: 4-6-2
Wheel Arrangement Name: Pacific

Model Information: Length - 11 7/16 inches - 29.1cm.
* (84-85) 3,400 solo models produced. (88-89) 4,700 solo models produced. (91-92) 1,700 solo models produced (not catalogued). (93-98) 7,800 solo models produced.
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* Information from Triang & Hornby, The Story of Rovex, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 - Pat Hammond
Company: L.N.E.R. - London & North Eastern Railway
Logo: L.N.E.R. Crest
Logo Years: 1923 - 1947

Livery: L.N.E.R. Blue

Livery Details: Blue with black, red and white lining and yellow lettering.
Company Information: The second biggest of Britains post grouping railway companies formed in 1923. Some very famous locomotives were designed and operated by the L.N.E.R. including the Flying Scotsman and the Mallard.

Year: 1993
Catalogue Number: R.304
Year Information: Still the holder for the world speed record for steam, Mallard is depicted in its preserved state. The livery is garter blue and the tender is of the non-corridor type. Tender powered by Type 5 ringfield motor.
Model Motor: Type 5 Ringfield
Publication: Hornby Railways - 39th Edition
Publication Type: Catalogue
Publication Edition: 39th Edition

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