Hornby R40162 Class 43 HST non-powered DVT 43013 in Intercity Swallow livery
OO Gauge (1:76 Scale)
Class 43 HST non-powered DVT 43013 in Intercity Swallow livery
DCC Ready. 8-pin socket
Please note this model is unpowered and is fitted with a digital socket for lighting control only.
The electrification of the East Coast Mainline occurring in 1987 was almost complete, with deliveries of new electric Class 91s occurring when British Rail realised the Mk4 coaches and Mk4 DVT were still not ready to go into service. As a result, eight eastern region HST power cars were converted to operate as surrogate DVTs in tandem with the new electric locomotives and a rake of Mk3 coaches. The conversion process involved the fitting of buffers and remote-control equipment.
Bodyshell
Bodyshells represented (of Prototypes) |
Class 43 HST - as-built Class 43 HST - buffers Class 43 HST - MTU-engines |
Detailing
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details |
Exhausts Fan Grill (etched) Handrails Side grilles (etched) |
Cab, footplate & interior detail |
Detailed Glazing Seating Window wipers |
Chassis/underframe detail |
Battery box Engine pipework Fuel tank |
Mechanical
Chassis construction |
Plastic & metal |
Coupling socket/mounting |
NEM pockets |
Coupling type |
Tension lock |
Loco-driven wheels (number of) |
8 wheels |
Minimum radius |
Radius 2 |
Separating the body from the chassis |
Secured with one or more screws |
Weighting (to assist adhesion) |
Within chassis |
Working cosmetic features |
Rotating fan(s) |
Electrical
DCC Capability: |
DCC Ready. 8-pin socket |
DCC speaker |
Provision for 28mm round speaker |
Motor location |
Centre of chassis |
Motor type |
Can motor with 2 Flywheels |
Pickups |
All wheels |
Power collection |
2 rail DC |
Working lights |
Cab light Directional headlights & tail lights |
This product belongs to the following era(s):
Era 8 BR Sectorisation
