GM Castle Set KMS - GWR Castle HST Set 2+4 - Gaugemaster Collection

GM2210301 - CLASS 43 HST 43041/093 GWR CASTLE SET
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Pack content

  • 1:148 Scale model of a Class 43 HST set decorated in GWR Green livery. These models have been specially commissioned by Gaugemaster and form part of the Gaugemaster Collection Series.

    This set contains a four car HST complete with a head and tail unit and two coaches. This GWR "Castle Set" is supplied with:

    • 43093 "Old Oak Common HST Depot 1976-2018" in its striking modified livery featuring trains through the lifespan of the depot
     "St Catherine’s Castle"
  • TS Coach 48103
  • TGS Coach 49101

Although not featuring new tooling for the sliding doors, it’s hoped that clever use of tampo printing will ensure an atmospheric representation of this train.

FEATURES

  • Gaugemaster Limited Edition
  • Next18 DCC Ready
  • Finely detailed body with many extra fitted items
  • 5 pole Super Creep motor with incredible controllable slow running speed
  • All wheel drive and pick up
  • Directional lights
  • Coaches are light bar ready
  • Accessory bag with optional fitted parts
  • Extensive range of previously produced coaching stock also available

CONTENTS

  • 1 x Class 43 HST set

PROTOTYPE/HISTORY

The class 43 HST units were designed by BR and developed between 1975 and 1982.

These units were used all over the country and, due to their sleek design and ability to reach high speeds in short distances, they were instantly a favourite for railway operators. They were ideal for non electrified route, which were common in the 1970s and 1980s.

There are still over 150 of these units in service and some have been converted to New Measurement Trains (NMT), also known as the Flying Bananas, by Network Rail.

PROTOTYPE

The MK3 coaches entered service between 1975 and 1988. These coaches were originally designed as locomotive hauled stock, but were later modified for HST use.

The MK3s share lots of similarities to the MK2s but had a rigid roof and skirted under frame, the length was nearly 10 feet longer at 75 feet over the buffers and the body shell was designed with a stressed steel skin which was lighter and stronger than previous designs.

One of the main advances on the MK3 from the MK2 was the secondary air suspension fitted to the bogie system. This allowed for smoother running and with the primary coil springs and hydraulic dampers the coaches were able to run smoothly at 125mph instead of the limited 100mph from the MK2s.

Most MK3 coaches built are still in service today, including on the Royal Train.

MODEL

The DCC Compatible Plug-In Lighting Bar is an optional extra and can be easily fitted to illuminate the coach from within. The light bar is available in either yellow, for incandescent lighting, or white, for modern lighting.

The light bar can be set for either yellow, for incandescent lighting, or white, for modern lighting.

MARK 3 TS 48101 GWR CASTLE

PROTOTYPE

The MK3 coaches entered service between 1975 and 1988. These coaches were originally designed as locomotive hauled stock, but were later modified for HST use.

The MK3s share lots of similarities to the MK2s but had a rigid roof and skirted under frame, the length was nearly 10 feet longer at 75 feet over the buffers and the body shell was designed with a stressed steel skin which was lighter and stronger than previous designs.

One of the main advances on the MK3 from the MK2 was the secondary air suspension fitted to the bogie system. This allowed for smoother running and with the primary coil springs and hydraulic dampers the coaches were able to run smoothly at 125mph instead of the limited 100mph from the MK2s.

Most MK3 coaches built are still in service today, including on the Royal Train.

MODEL

The DCC Compatible Plug-In Lighting Bar is an optional extra and can be easily fitted to illuminate the coach from within. The light bar is available in either yellow, for incandescent lighting, or white, for modern lighting.

The light bar can be set for either yellow, for incandescent lighting, or white, for modern lighting.

MARK 3 TS 48101 GWR CASTLE