Production Details:
The Brighton Belle was a named train which operated between
London Victoria and Brighton and was the first electric all Pullman service in
the World. The service commenced in June 1934 and continued until withdrawal in
April 1972, however the service was suspended during the Second World War. There
were three 5 car units designated 5BEL which were specially built for the
service and were able to travel in 60 minutes the 51 miles between London and
Brighton without stopping. Recently under the patronage of The Transport Trust a
group was formed to restore a 5BEL unit into a fully working and operating
train. Their goal is to have the train ready and in service by the London 2012
Olympics, a goal which is well within their grasp. The stunningly elegant Hornby
model initially produced in two distinctive livery periods captures perfectly
the opulence and style of the Brighton Belle Pullman. Each Car is lit and
complete with detailed interior. |