{"product_id":"dapol-4d-003-017-csf-po-pre-owned-4d-003-017-western-buccaneer-class-52-br-maroon-fye-d1018-diesel-locomotive-dcc-sound","title":"Pre-Owned 4D-003-017 'Western Buccaneer' Class 52 BR Maroon FYE D1018 Diesel Locomotive - DCC Sound","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0225\/2858\/9896\/files\/PRE_OWNED_deb9c3e3-4eba-441b-9472-3819dde489cb.jpg?v=1744705987\" width=\"201\" height=\"63\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePre-Owned Item, in excellent condition.\u003cbr\u003eDCC Sound fitted by Legoman Biffo.\u003cbr\u003eAccessory pack included.\u003cbr\u003eEtched nameplates\/numberplates included.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTest Run. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Class 52 diesel hydraulic locomotive was introduced by BR Western Region in 1962 to provide improved top end freight and passenger service unobtainable from the lesser powered Hymeks and Warships. At this time the required power output was not achievable by a single power unit and the Westerns were fitted with two Maybach engines coupled with a Voith 3 speed hydraulic transmission.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis had the added advantage that the locomotive could run, if necessary, on one engine which reduced the levels of breakdown and rescue previously experienced. The major drawback with the design however, was the high gear ratio experienced with the Voith hydraulic transmission. This meant that the acclaimed top speed of 90MPH was very hard to achieve and the locomotive experienced increased wear and tear, resulting in high maintenance and overall operating costs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the end these disadvantages resulted in the replacement by 1977 of the Western with Class 50s and Class 43 HSTs. The classic elegant design, sweeping curves and unmistakable presence has meant that this locomotive has been a firm favourite with diesel aficionados. The Dapol OO Western has captured this character through detailed collaborative work with fellow modellers and from a detailed laser scan of Western Champion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMODEL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese great little models feature lots of details including etched grills, directional lighting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFEATURES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed body with etched roof fan grilles and separately fitted handrails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinely detailed cast wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal sprung buffers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll wheel drive and pick up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 pole Super creep motor with twin brass fly wheels for controlled pulling power and incredible slow running speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePCB board to incorporate independent directional lights and cab lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlternate valance supplied for negotiating tighter radius curves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEM Coupling pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessory bag with optional fitted components\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCLASS 52 (Western)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLIVERY BR Maroon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eERA 5 (1957 - 1966)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWHEEL CONFIGURATION Co-Co\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDCC TYPE DCC Ready\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTRACK SUPPLY 12V DC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFINISH Pristine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMEASUREMENTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLENGTH OVER BUFFER 275mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWIDTH 34mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHEIGHT 49mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dapol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58341049434496,"sku":"DAP-4D-003-017-CSF-PO","price":189.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0225\/2858\/9896\/files\/IMG_5842_fa3f0804-2ddf-48ac-b9e1-1d9691fba11f.jpg?v=1782570525","url":"https:\/\/railsofsheffield.com\/products\/dapol-4d-003-017-csf-po-pre-owned-4d-003-017-western-buccaneer-class-52-br-maroon-fye-d1018-diesel-locomotive-dcc-sound","provider":"Rails of Sheffield","version":"1.0","type":"link"}