Extreme discounts now available across a range of Dapol's detailed OO gauge Class 73 'Electrodiesel' locomotives. A wide selection of models are included in this promotion with prices now available at less than half off RRP!
These models are only available while stocks last and likely will never be this cheap again, so act now to bring home an incredible bargain.
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Product Features
Finely moulded body with etched grilles
Cast wheels in the appropriate colour to match livery
Sprung buffers
All wheel pick up and drive
Cab lighting and directional lighting
Coreless motor for smoother operation
NEM Coupling pockets
Twin brass fly wheels
Includes spares bag with additional detailing parts
Prototype Information
The Class 73s are highly unusual electro-diesel locomotives built between 1962 and 1967, that can operate either from an on-board 600hp diesel engine or from 650/ 750V DC third-rail. Until the introduction of the Class 88, the 73s were unique in their electro-diesel functionality following the withdrawal of the Class 74.
They produce significantly more power when on third-rail, so rarely leave the Southern regions - however, some are currently used on the Caledonian Sleeper service in Scotland. Later in life, some were converted to the 73/9 subclass which provided them with the AAR system for multiple working as well as new engines. Many are still in service to this day, whilst eight have been preserved.