{"product_id":"hornby-tt3071txsm-br-class-30-d5502-sound-fitted","title":"TT3071TXSM - Hornby - TT:120 - BR Class 30 D5502 Sound Fitted","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eHornby are delighted to present the newest addition to the TT:120 diesel locomotive family: the Brush Type 2 Class 30 and 31. This brand-new, highly detailed tooling covers the extensive history of the ‘Gargoyles’: from skinhead examples from the late 50s, to modern Class 31s retrofitted with high intensity lights and NRN roof pods. This exciting new range of Type 2s will be available in either DCC Ready or Sound Fitted format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTT3071TXSM is DCC Sound Fitted and depicts Class 30 D5502 in BR Green with duck egg blue stripes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Specification:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly detailed model based on extensive research and design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDie-cast chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWealth of separately fitted parts, including front end handrails, disc headcodes (where applicable) and roof grille\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed cab interior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowerful five-pole motor providing power to all wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectrical pick-ups on all wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePivoting NEM coupling sockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessory pack that includes optional buffer beam pipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum 2nd radius curves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectronics:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace for HM7070 Power Bank for uninterrupted running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSound:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUtilises high-fidelity HM7000 sound file\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChassis-mounted speaker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTooling:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndicator headcode discs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e'Skinhead’ roof\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToffee Apple cab style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMirrlees exhaust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide steps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil filler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater filler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen boiler port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWithout door louvres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLivery:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBR Green with duck egg stripes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLater British Railways crests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic livery colours and font types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSemi-gloss finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEra 5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHornby Recommends:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaroon Mk1 coaches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBR Vent Vans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese locomotives were originally known as Brush Type 2s, designed for service on the Eastern Region where they handled both passenger and freight trains. Between 1957 and 1962, 263 examples were built, originally fitted with Mirrlees power units. A total of 40 Type 2 locomotives, including D5502 in the first batch of 20, were built with headcode disc-mounted nose ends and no headcode panel above the cab, earning them the nickname of ‘skinheads’. Outshopped in 1957 in BR Green livery with duck egg blue bodyside stripes unique to the first 20, D5502, like the rest of the Brush Type 2 fleet, was initially built with a Mirrlees engine, which is what our model depicts. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever it soon became apparent this engine was unreliable, so the entire class went through a reengining programme between 1965 and 1969, replacing the Mirrless with a English Electric power unit. During TOPS the fleet was designated as the Class 31, and although no Mirrlees-engined Type 2 lasted long enough to be a part of the renumbering scheme, it is generally acknowledged the early engine type is known as the Class 30. D5502 was renumbered to 31002 and was withdrawn in January 1980.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53818939081043,"sku":"TT3071TXSM","price":229.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1028\/2985\/0963\/files\/Harburn_TT3071TXSM.jpg?v=1780997983","url":"https:\/\/www.harburnhobbies.co.uk\/products\/hornby-tt3071txsm-br-class-30-d5502-sound-fitted","provider":"Harburn Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}