DAPOL
2D-005-000
Class 59
59005 'Kenneth J Painter'
Foster Yeoman Livery Silver
DCC Ready, Not Fitted

N Gauge 

PROTOTYPE
The British Rail Class 59 is a type of Co-Co locomotive designed for heavy freight work and was introduced between 1985 and 1995. These locomotives were born from the satifaction of the EMD SW1001 shunter and the twin cab design of the Class 58 locomotives. These were the first privately owned diesel locomotives to operate regularly on the British main line.

MODEL
1:148 Scale model of a Class 59 Diesel Locomotive decorated in Foster Yeoman livery. This model features lots of expertly applied details as based on the prototype, a high level of body detail and excellent running characteristics.

FEATURES

• 1:148 Scale Model
• Analogue DC Model
• NEM Couplings
• Highly Detailed Finish
• Smooth running 5 pole next generation motor
• All wheel pickup, all-wheel drive
• Re-worked smooth drive low maintenance mechanism
• Die-cast chassis
• Independent directional front/rear main lighting control
• Switchable day/night lights
• Main lamp and cab lighting override switches for DC users
• Removable self-centring close coupling mechanism with NEM pockets
• RP 25 wheels
• Printed name plates (where applicable)
• Accessory bag with etched nameplates and detailed buffer beam fittings
• Clip-fit body for easy DCC fitting
• Directional Lighting