The Class 57 is a re-engineered locomotive, rebuilt by Brush Traction, Loughborough, from redundant Class 47 locomotives. The locomotives are fitted with a refurbished EMD engine and a re-conditioned alternator, improving reliability and performance. Three variants exist, one for freight (57/0) and two for passenger operations. Each cost £300,000, about one-third that of a new-build locomotive.

The class has its origins in 1997 when Freightliner ordered an initial six locomotives. A further six were ordered in 1999, making a total of twelve class 57/0 freight locomotives; five class 57/6 variants were built between 2000 and 2003, and twelve class 57/3 locomotives were ordered in 2002 (extended by four in 2003) making a total of twenty-one passenger units. One prototype class 57/0 was converted with electric train heating in 2001, with a view to obtaining orders from passenger companies.

In 2000, Porterbrook placed an order for a prototype passenger locomotive fitted with electric train heating.

MODEL

1:76 Scale model of a Class 57 Diesel Locomotive decorated in First Great Western livery. This model features lots of expertly applied details as based on the prototype, a high level of body detail and excellent running characteristics.

FEATURES

• 1:76 Scale Model
• Analogue DC Model
• NEM Couplings
• Pristine Paint Finish
• Highly Detailed Body and Chassis Design
• Sprung Buffers
• Sound Ready
• Interior Lighting
• Finely printed livery details
• Smooth Running Motor
• All Wheel Pickup
• Upgraded Chassis
• Directional Lighting

CONTENTS

• 1 x Heljan Diesel Locomotive

• United Kingdom: £3.95, free over £50, 3–5 working days
• UK Express: £6.95, 1–2 working days
• Europe: £8.95, free over £150, 5–10 working days
• USA: £12.95, free over £150, 7–14 working days
• Canada: £13.95, free over £150, 7–14 working days
• Australia: £14.95, free over £150, 10–18 working days

Orders placed before 12:00 noon on a working day are typically dispatched the same day. Free Click and Collect is available from our stores in Beer, Devon and Edinburgh.

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