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Heljan O Class 117 DMU - Project Updates
Heljan recently showcased the first engineering sample for their forthcoming Class 117 multiple unit in O gauge.

Heljan O Class 117 DMU - Project Updates

Wednesday, September 11 2019

Heljan Class 117 DMU

class 117 dmu at Winchcombe station in 2015

Class 117 DMU at Winchombe in July 2015. © Rob Hodgkins

Heljan are producing a range of both 2 and 3-car Class 117 diesel multiple units in O gauge. A total of seven models are currently planned, covering a range of liveries including BR blue, blue & grey, BR green and Network SouthEast. We are expecting to receive these into stock during 2020. The models promise a high specification, as is to be expected from Heljan and will include:

  • Highly detailed body and underframe
  • Detailed cab interior with lighting
  • 5-pole motor
  • Screw-link coupling
  • Digital and sound capability

 

Engineering Prototype Showcased - 11/09/2019

Heljan recently showcased the first sample for the Class 117

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heljan class 117 dmu first sample

heljan class 117 dmu first sample

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1173 - 2-car DMU in BR blue and grey - £620 EST
1174 - 2-car DMU in Network SouthEast livery - £620 EST
1175 - 3-car DMU in BR green with speed whiskers - £880 EST
1176 - 3-car DMU in BR green with small yellow warning panels - £880 EST
1177 - 3-car DMU in BR blue - £880 EST
1178 - 3-car DMU in BR blue and grey - £880 EST
1179 - 3-car DMU in Network SouthEast livery - £880 EST

 

Prototype Information

class 117 dmu at Didcot in 1989

Class 117 DMU L421 at Didcot in May 1989. © Murgatroyd49
(Information provided by Wikipedia)

The Class 117 DMUs were produced by Pressed Steel in the late 1950s/ early 60s and were based on the similar Class 121 "Bubble Car". They were originally intended for use on suburban services out of London Paddington where they spent several decades. During the 1980s, some moved to Birmingham and Scotland prior to the introduction of newer rolling stock. Like other first generation multiple units, the Class 117s had a long lifespan, with the final units bowing out in 2000. Due to their longevity, many can still be seen at heritage lines across the UK.

Type of Unit

 2 or 3 car Diesel Multiple Unit

Builder

 Pressed Steel Company

Build Date

 1959 - 1961

Total Built

 123 Cars

Top Speed

 70mph

Power Output

 600 hp (per 3-car set)

Operated By

 British Railways & Silverlink

Main Duties

 Suburban Passenger Services

In Service Until

 2000

Surviving Units

 35 Cars

 

 

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