R30439 RailRoad Class 31 TFL Construction '31271' Stratford Diesel Locomotive MK3-Coach Length 278mm

Length 278mm

Rebuilding typically included the addition of HEP (Head End Power) to replace the older steam heat boilers

and set it apart from its GNoSR cousins

17B justifiably earned the witty nickname ‘Crystal Palace’

R30439 RailRoad Class 31 TFL Construction '31271' Stratford Diesel Locomotive MK3-Coach Length 278mmThis Hornby RailRoad Class 31 model is presented in the Transport for London construction livery, bringing a modern splash of colour to your 00 gauge layout. Based on the reliable Brush Type 2 locomotives, this model features wide tension lock couplings and moulded plastic. DCC ready, it comes fitted with a 21 pin decoder socket, allowing for easy digital upgrade. History Originally introduced in the late 1950s, the Class 31s became a familiar sight