{"product_id":"bachmann-35-355rj-class-20-0-disc-headcode-20048-br-blue","title":"Bachmann 35-355RJ Class 20\/0 Disc Headcode 20048 BR Blue","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe latest release in our popular series of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSales Area Exclusive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emodels is this OO scale Class 20 Diesel Locomotive. This model, which will be available from retailers in Scotland, the North East and North West of England, and North Yorkshire, depicts\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass 20\/0 No. 20048\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBR Blue livery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewith disc headcodes and sporting West Highland Terrier logos – the depot mascot of Eastfield TMD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis latest generation Bo-Bo diesel locomotive from Bachmann Branchline brings the classic BR Class 20\/0 right up to date, capturing the subtle lines of these distinctive locomotives. The high level of detail is brought to life by the intricate livery application, whilst the performance, Plux22 DCC interface and a full suite of lighting offers the perfect complement to the model’s good looks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBachmann Branchline OO Scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEra 8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocomotive is now Preserved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePristine BR Blue livery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRunning No. 20048\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquipped with a Plux22 DCC Decoder Socket – recommended Decoder \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bachmann.co.uk\/product\/plux22-dcc-loco-decoder-%28with-brake-button-function%29\/36-570b\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eitem No. 36-570A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength 190mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDETAIL VARIATIONS SPECIFIC TO THIS MODEL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisc Headcodes (Discs supplied in the Accessory Pack)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard Cab Side Windows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo-Piece Radiator Shutter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-Piece Righthand Side Body Handrail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFluted Bogie Equalising Beams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMechanical Speedo Drive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery Boxes fitted with Additional Cover Clips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo Sandboxes per Bogie (Outer Ends only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRound Oleo Buffers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal-Style Bufferbeam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnowploughs (optional part supplied in the Accessory Pack)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAir Brake Pipes (optional part supplied in the Accessory Pack)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBACHMANN BRANCHLINE CLASS 20 SPECIFICATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMECHANISM:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive pole, twin shaft motor with two flywheels providing drive to both bogies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll axle drive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectrical pickup from all wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparate metal bearings fitted to each axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiecast metal chassis block and bogie towers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiecast metal gearboxes, with gearing arranged for prototypical running speeds and haulage capabilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5mm (OO gauge) wheels to NEM310 \u0026amp; NEM311 standards with authentic profile and detailing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetachable coupling pockets to NEM362 standards fitted to each bogie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned to operate on curves of second radius (438mm) or greater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDETAILING:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBogies constructed from multiple components featuring full relief detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRotating radiator fan (un-motorised)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparately applied metal detail parts, including handrails, grab handles, sand pipes and etched fan grilles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSprung metal buffers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach model supplied with a full set of decorated, model-specific bufferbeam pipework and accessory parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLIGHTING:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirectional lighting, including headlights and high intensity headlights where applicable, switchable on\/off at either end on DCC or Analogue control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic light colours and temperatures selected for each model based on era and application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDCC:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlux22 DCC decoder interface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSOUND:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeaker installed in all models for optimum sound reproduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZimo MS450P22 DCC Sound Decoder fitted to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSOUND FITTED\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e versions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSound files produced specifically for the Bachmann Branchline Class 20 using recordings from real locomotives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSOUND FITTED\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e models operate on DCC and Analogue control as supplied. On Analogue, an authentic engine start up sequence and running sounds are produced when power is applied\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLIVERY APPLICATION:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic liveries applied to all models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple paint applications employed on each model using BR and corporate specification colours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogos, numerals and text added as appropriate using multi-stage tampo printing using authentic typefaces, logos and colours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn addition, where applicable Etched Nameplates and Plaques are also provided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCLASS 20\/0 HISTORY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe British Railways Board's (BRB) 1955 modernisation plan called for a change to alternative forms of traction and manufacturers were asked to produce trial or initial designs for evaluation. English Electric adapted an existing design based on an export model for a 1,000bhp diesel and 20 were built as a pilot scheme for assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first batch was built in 1957 and the diesels were assigned to work from Devon's Road depot, East London. The design was a success from the start and by 1962 a total of 127 had been built. Following assessment of all the Type 1 diesels, BRB placed a further order increasing the total to 228 by 1968 and the design became the BR standard for 1,000bhp diesel locomotives. With the introduction of TOPS the locomotives were designated Class 20 and renumbered 20001 to 20228. The locomotives were principally designed for freight work but also saw service on summer passenger trains where train heating was not required. The Class 20s worked over the Eastern, London Midland and Scottish regions as well as into Wales and were commonly associated with coal traffic. The only drawback the Class had was its single end cab, unlike modern designs that have a cab at each end. BR resolved this problem by regularly operating the Class 20s as pairs, nose to nose, and with the combined power of 2,000bhp they were able to haul the heavier block freight trains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBR's decision to switch to Type 5 and in particular Class 60 diesels in the late 1980s started a gradual withdrawal of the fleet, with just 28 left by 1994. A tribute to the design is that after 45 years the Class is still in service with DRS on mainline duties following refurbishment, the resulting locomotives being designated Class 20\/3s. 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