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Hornby R3758 EWS Class 47/7 Co-Co 47799 'Prince Henry' | OO Scale
Class 47/7 locomotives are a modification of Class 47/4 locomotives, being fitted with long range fuel tanks and new cabling to work with Propelling Control Vehicles (PCV) on mail carrying services. Two locomotives, 47798 Prince William and 47799 Prince Henry, were dedicated for use on the Royal Train from May 1995 and were designated as Class 47/7c, before being replaced by Class 67 locomotives in 2004 and withdrawn into preservation.
RailRoad Range
This item is part of Hornby's 'RailRoad Range' - which is an extensive collection that provides a perfect entry into the exciting world of OO gauge Hornby railway modelling. Carefully designed to be less easily damaged, yet maintaining the attractive detailing and accurate liveries one would expect, the Hornby Railroad range is ideal for both the younger enthusiast and experienced modeller alike at an affordable price.
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DCC Type
This locomotive is DCC READY and takes a 8-pin type decoder.
Other Information
BRAND | Hornby (RailRoad Range) | |
SKU | R3758 | |
SCALE | OO | |
DCC TYPE | DCC Ready, 8-pin | |
LENGTH | 251mm each | |
PERIOD | Era 9 (1995-2004) "Initial Privatisation" |
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OPERATOR | EWS | |
LIVERY | EWS Maroon | |
CLASS | Class 47/7 | |
RUNNING NO | 47799 'Prince Henry' | |
WHEEL | Co-Co | |
MODEL FEATURES | ||
ACCESSORY PACK | none | |
LIGHTING | none | |
SOUND | none | |
WEATHERING | none | |
LOAD | none | |
MOTOR | 5 Pole Skew Wound | |
COUPLING | NEM Pockets (tension lock fitted) | |
OTHER | n/a |