Based on original research and extensive assistance from Porterbrook Leasing, the HELJAN Class 153 is packed with desirable features that make it a ‘must have’ for modellers of the BR Sectorisation era and post-1994 privatisation period.
And, reversing the modifications made by BR to create the Class 153s in the early-1990s, we’ve used the ‘153’ as a basis for an all-new BR/Leyland Class 155 ‘Super Sprinter’ (see above), filling a significant gap in the second generation DMU fleet. Full details about the Class 155 will be unveiled later, but its specification will be very similar to the Class 153. Two-car units will be offered in original Provincial Services ‘Sprinter’, West Yorkshire PTE Red/Cream (original and revised livery) and Northern livery.
Model
1:76 Scale model of a Class 153 Diesel Locomotive decorated in Regional Railways livery. This model features lots of expertly applied details as based on the prototype, a high level of body detail and excellent running characteristics.
Features
1:76 Scale Model
DCC Sound Model
NEM Couplings
Hghly Detailed Finish
Eight separately switchable lighting functions in DCC mode
Tail lights and headlights with day/night settings (DCC mode)
Saloon interior and cab lights
Illuminated destination blinds
Bodyside door locking indicator lights and illuminated door buttons
Original/revised headlight units, according to period and livery
Original/modified gangway end doors, according to period and livery
Myriad rivets and panel lines typical of the British Leyland body design
Factory fitted speakers on all models
Magnetic BSI auto-couplers
Detachable snowploughs
Fully detailed interior with separately fitted seats, tables and partitions
Detailed standard and ‘micro cab’ interiors
Optional NRN radio roof pods
Authentic variations to underfloor radiator grille mesh
Smooth, reliable and discreet low profile motor driving all axles
Directional Lighting