{"product_id":"class-158-2-car-dmu-158839-transport-for-wales","title":"Class 158 2 Car DMU 158839 Transport for Wales","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eClass 158\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis one of British Rail’s most successful second generation Diesel Multiple Units (DMUs); first introduced in 1989, the entire fleet remains in traffic to this day. This Bachmann Branchline model depicts one of the units that operates in Wales and across the English-Welsh border, and the two-car unit is decorated in the modern\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTransport for Wales\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003elivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe pinnacle of OO scale second generation DMUs, the Branchline Class 158 combines high fidelity bodyshells with an underframe that’s adorned with separate components depicting the engines, electrical equipment, and auxiliary gear. It’s the livery application which really brings these models to life and every element has been replicated in miniature. Whilst the main colours are spray painted, the myriad smaller logos, symbols and lettering are applied using a specialist printing process, using BR and corporate specification fonts, logos and colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDriven by the low-level drive mechanism, which is fitted to each vehicle, the conductive couplings ensure that the two vehicles work together in harmony and enable the use of a single decoder for DCC operation. Fitting that decoder couldn’t be easier thanks to the clip-off underframe panel behind which the decoder socket is fitted and combined with the pre-fitted speaker in each car, it’s easy to fit sound to your model, or why not let us do the work for you by choosing a\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSOUND FITTED\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emodel for a fully immersive operating experience straight out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMODEL FEATURES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBachmann Branchline OO Scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEra 9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePristine Transport for Wales livery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRunning No. 158839\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTwo-Car Unit comprising car Nos. 52839 \u0026amp; 57839\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDestination blinds for Holyhead\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEquipped with a Plux22 DCC Decoder Socket – recommended Decoder \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bachmann.co.uk\/product\/plux22-dcc-loco-decoder-%28with-brake-button-function%29\/36-570\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.bachmann.co.uk\/product\/plux22-dcc-loco-decoder-%28with-brake-button-function%29\/36-570\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eitem No. 36-570\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLength 610mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMECHANISM:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEACH TWO-CAR UNIT COMPRISES TWO POWERED VEHICLES WITH THE FOLLOWING FEATURES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThree pole motor with flywheel providing drive to the inner bogie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTwin axle drive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSeparate metal bearings fitted to each driven axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTrailing axles run in metal pinpoint bearings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eElectrical pickup from all wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDiecast metal, multi-stage gearbox, with gearing arranged for prototypical running speeds and haulage capabilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e16.5mm (OO gauge) wheels to NEM310 \u0026amp; NEM311 standards with authentic profile and detailing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWorking miniature BSI Couplings at the cab end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eConductive couplings with integral close coupling mechanism at the inner end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDesigned to operate on curves of second radius (438mm) or greater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDETAILING:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSeparately applied metal detail parts, including exhaust guards and interior luggage racks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBogies constructed from multiple components featuring brake and suspension detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSeparately fitted underframe components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEach model is supplied with an accessory pack comprising exhaust pipes, frame extensions and coupling tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLIGHTING:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDirectional lighting, including illuminated destination panels, with Day\/Night mode – selectable via the chassis-mounted switches or via a dedicated DCC function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDirectional lights can be turned on\/off at each end independently via the chassis-mounted switches or via separate DCC functions \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePassenger saloon lighting – switchable on\/off via the chassis-mounted switches or via a dedicated DCC function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCab lighting at the trailing end*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDoor interlock lights* (*when used on DCC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAuthentic light colours and temperatures selected for each lighting application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDCC:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlux22 DCC decoder interface – one decoder required per unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEasy-access DCC decoder socket located behind removable panel on underside of Car A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSOUND:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTwo speakers fitted, one in each vehicle, for optimum sound reproduction – fitted to every model as standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eZimo MX645P22 DCC Sound Decoder fitted to \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSOUND FITTED\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e versions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSound files produced specifically for the Bachmann Branchline Class 158 DMU using recordings from real units\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSOUND FITTED\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e models operate on DCC and Analogue control as supplied\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLIVERY APPLICATION:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAuthentic liveries applied to both vehicles including interior decoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMultiple paint applications employed using BR and corporate specification colours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLogos, numerals and text added as appropriate using multi-stage tampo printing using authentic typefaces, logos and colours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCLASS 158 DMU HISTORY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe British Rail Class 158 Express Sprinter is a Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU), built specifically for British Rail's Provincial Services sector between 1989 and 1992 by British Rail Engineering Limited (BREL) at Derby Litchurch Lane Works and outshopped in Regional Railways Provincial livery. They were built to replace many locomotive-hauled passenger trains, thereby reducing cost of operation, and to allow cascading of existing Sprinter units to replace elderly 'heritage' DMUs. The majority of the 182-strong fleet of Class 158 units were built as two-car sets, with 17 three-car units constructed specifically for use on Trans-Pennine services. Similar three-car units were built for use by Network SouthEast but these were converted to Class 159 specification before introduced into service, with toilet retention tanks and other modifications to operate over the third-rail network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAll but one of the Class 158s remain in service today (2023), with operators including ScotRail, Northern, Great Western (GWR), East Midlands Trains (now EMR), and Transport for Wales (formerly Arriva). Former operators include Central Trains. The Class has worked extensively across the UK network, even into East Anglia as far as Stansted Airport and Norwich. Some 158s have been converted to additional Class 159s and now operate for South Western alongside their original classmates.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bachmann","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53436463415635,"sku":"31-497","price":339.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1028\/2985\/0963\/files\/Harburn_31-497.jpg?v=1777287209","url":"https:\/\/www.harburnhobbies.co.uk\/products\/class-158-2-car-dmu-158839-transport-for-wales","provider":"Harburn Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}