Gaugemaster GM2210501, N Gauge, Class 59 Diesel loco, 'Yeoman Highlander' GBRf
CLASS 59 003 'YEOMAN HIGHLANDER' GBRF
PROTOTYPE/HISTORY
Built by General Motors Electro Motive Division between 1985 and 1995, these powerful diesel electric locomotives were designed to haul heavy freight services as a replacement for the class 56 locomotives. 15 of these locomotoives were produced between 1985 and 1995 with the first one being delivered into Southampton docks in 1986. These locomotives have been painted in various different liveries including DB Cargo, GB Railfreight, Foster Yeoman, Mendip Rail and Amey Roadstone Construction.
MODEL
1:148 Scale model of a Class 59 diesel locomotive decorated in GBRf livery. These models have been specially commissioned by Gaugemaster and form part of the Gaugemaster Collection Series.
These models feature lots of era specific details and markings and lots of external body details as modelled on the prototype.
FEATURES
Gaugemaster Limited Edition
DCC Ready
Detailed body with etched grills and separately fitted hand rails
Etched nameplate if appropriate
Darkened wheels and pin point bearings
All wheel drive
All Wheel pick up
Directional lighting
NEM couplings
5 Pole motor for smoother operation
Includes both standard and knuckle couplings
Includes spares bag with additional detailing parts