The Class 66 is a type of six-axle diesel electric freight locomotive developed in part from the Class 59, for use on the railways of the UK. Since its introduction, the class has been successful and has been sold to many British and European operators.
The first locomotive shipped to the UK arrived at Immingham in June 1998 and was taken to Derby for testing.
The second was taken to AAR's Pueblo Test Centre for endurance testing, before shipping to the UK. The locomotives then shipped at a rate of 11 per month into the UK via Newport Docks until the order was completed in December 2001.
After unloading, EWS engineers then simply took off the tarpaulin, unblocked the suspension and finally as each was shipped with water and fuel, hooked up the batteries before starting the engine and handing the locomotive into service. The ability to simply start up the 66s on the dockside and drive them under their own power to depots to enter service was nothing short of a revelation when compared to many other BR locomotives.
Model
1:43 Scale model of a Class 66 Diesel Locomotive decorated in Freightliner 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
1:43 Scale Model
Analogue DC Model
3-Link Couplings
Highly Detailed Finish
Illuminated cab control panel
Cab light (independent operation)
DC control switches accessible via a lift off roof panel
Operating side lights where lighting cluster is applicable
Two balanced and matched motors for maximum pulling power and slow speed runnning
Operating front/rear lights (independent operation for DCC, switched for DC use) including day/night mode
Sprung buffers
Diecast bogie frames
Sprung centre wheel
Rotating axle centres
Expertly applied livery
Heavyweight diecast chassis
Appropriate couplings attached
Etched grilles with through body transparency
Separately fitted details such as handrails, handles, and grilles
Directional Lighting