3147 Heljan Class 31 Diesel - 31 531 - Dutch Grey/Yellow

Built by Brush Traction between 1957 and 1962, the Class 31 was designed as a replacement for steam traction in various regions. These six axle locomotives had a high tractive effort and could easily handle both freight and passenger services. 263 class 31s were produced and throughout their operational career they had many different sub-classes and operators. By 2017 the class was withdrawn from service and 36 locomotive were preserved.

This model features lots of expertly applied details as based on the prototype, a high level of body detail and excellent running characteristics.

Features

• 1:43 Scale Model
• Analogue DC Model
• 3-Link Couplings
• Hghly Detailed Finish
• Five separately switchable lighting functions in DCC mode
• Cab lights
• Tail lights and headcode panel lights
• Powered roof fan
• Sprung Buffers
• Sprung Screw Link Couplings
• Optional Reinforced Drivers’ Windscreen Frame
• Wire Handrails
• Heavy duty twin motor/flywheel drive
• Etched metal grilles
• Exquisite Bufferbeam Detail
• Superbly Detailed Bogies and Underframe Equipment
• Detailed Cab Interior
• DCC Friendly PCB
• Directional Lighting