Hornby BR, Class 31, A1A-A1A, 31139 - Era 6
Product Code: R30158
Production Details:
Carrying D5557 as its first number,
the locomotive was initially allocated to the Ipswich
Engine Shed before moving to a great many others across
the country. Given the number 31139 under TOPS, upgraded
to Class 31/4 specification in 1984, re-numbered again
to 31438. The storied locomotive's final reallocation to
Crewe occurred in 1988, with another re-numbering to
31538 in 1993 following modifications, with the
locomotive remaining in BR service until 1995. The
locomotive was chosen for preservation and is currently
located at the Epping Ongar Railway numbered 31438.
Tech Specs: Item
Length - Without Packaging (cm): 22.5, Item Scale: 1:76
Scale 00 Gauge, Finish: Painted, Colour: Blue, DCC
Status: DCC Ready 21 pin socket, Operator: BR, Designer:
Brush Traction, Livery: BR Blue, Minimum Curve (mm):
Radius 2, Motor: 5 Pole Skew wound, Class: Class 31.
