Murphy Models have announced a new batch of Class 201 locomotives. Register your interest now!
Murphy Models OO Irish Rail Class 201 - Project Updates
Tuesday, March 02 2021
by Jack Morgan
Murphy Models Class 201

Previous releases shown for illustrative purposes
Murphy Models produce a OO gauge model of the Irish Rail Class 201. Covering usage of Ireland's most powerful diesel locomotive in liveries throughout its lifespan. A new batch has been announced in a trio of new colour schemes for release in Late 2021 or early 2022. Full details on product codes and pricing is to be confirmed but you can register your interest now using the links below.
Murphy Models' Class 201 features:
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Highly detailed model with separately fitted parts
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Powerful 5-pole motor with flywheels
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Diecast chassis
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Directional lighting
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Digital & Sound capability - 21-pin socket (Factory fitted speaker)
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Sprung buffers
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NEM couplings
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Accessory pack with extra detailing parts
Forthcoming Models
Expected: Late 2021/ Early 2022
Full details are yet to be confirmed by Murphy Models. Add these products to your wishlist and we will email you with further information and the option to pre-order once we have confirmed information.

©Manfred Kopka
MM201-BlackSilver - Class 201 in Enterprise black and silver 'Racoon' livery - £TBC

©Milepost98
MM201-Enterprise - Class 201 in Enterprise livery - £TBC

©Markus Giger
MM201-Intercity - Class 201 in IE Intercity green and silver with current logo - £TBC
Prototype Information

No. 221 in September 2004. ©Manfred Kopka
The Iarnród Éireann (IÉ) / Northern Ireland Railways 201 Class locomotives are the newest and most powerful diesel locomotives operating in Ireland and were built between 1994 and 1995 by General Motors. A freight version, the EMD Series 66, with the same engine, is used on throughout the UK and Europe. By the early 1990s the locomotives operating passenger services in Ireland were becoming increasingly obsolete, with the newest type in service being the 071 Class introduced in 1976. The economic boom in Ireland in the mid-1990s allowed Iarnród Éireann to begin significant investment in the infrastructure of the railways, which began with an order for 32 brand new express locomotives from GM-EMD. Northern Ireland Railways also purchased 2. The locomotives were primarily used for push-pull and main intercity passenger services throughout Ireland and Northern Ireland. Following displacement by modern multiple units and a decline in push-pull traffic, many of the class moved onto freight duties instead.
(Information provided by Wikipedia)
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Type of Locomotive
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Diesel-Electric |
Builder
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General Motors Locomotive Group, Canada |
Build Dates
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1994 to 1995 |
Total Built
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34 |
Power Output
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3,200 hp |
Top Speed
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102 mph |
Wheel Configuration
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Co-Co |
Operated By
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Iarnród Éireann
Northern Ireland Railways
Belmond |
Main Duties
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Primarily intecity passenger
(Later used on freight workings) |
In Service Until
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Present |
Surviving Examples
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34 |
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