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Brand | |
Bachmann | |
Gauge | |
OO gauge | 16,5 mm |
Power supply | |
Direct current DC | |
product type | |
diesel locos | |
technical & model details | |
running number | 66501 |
interior lighting | Digital schaltbare Führerstandsbeleuchtung |
interior details | Führerstand |
couplers | NEM 362 Kupplungsaufnahme, KKK, englische Digital-Hakenkupplung |
light | Lichtwechsel nach britischem Vorbild |
scale | 1:76 |
motor | yes |
flywheel | ja |
length (mm) | 282 |
Age notice | not suitable under 14 years |
Digital & Sound | |
Digital ex factory | x |
Digital sound ex factory | x |
country | |
Great Britain | Freightliner |
era | |
era IV | |
era V | |
Era (Großbritannien) | 9 |
Prototype: The introduction of the Class 66 in the late 1990s was one of the most significant developments in British rail freight transport since the privatization of British Rail in 1994. The railway company EWS (English, Welsh & Scottish Railways), founded by Wisconsin Central, ordered a total of 250 locomotives from General Motors (EMD) in 1996. The locomotives were based on the proven Class 59, but with new technology and a more modern drive system.
The first Class 66 arrived in the United Kingdom in 1998, prompting other operators such as Freightliner, GB Railfreight, and DRS to order their own locomotives. Production continued for almost two decades until the end of 2015, with a total of 480 units manufactured for the British market.
Starting in 2004, revised, "low-emission" variants with modified designs (including five doors) were produced due to new emissions standards. Ultimately, stricter environmental regulations led to the cessation of production in 2016, with the last locomotive, No. 66779, symbolically named "Evening Star."
The Class 66, also known as the "Shed," continues to dominate freight traffic: in 2020, it operated 87% of daily freight services. Despite the end of production, it remains a central component of the British railway landscape, increasingly supplemented by used vehicles from home and abroad.
Bachmann Europe Plc, Niederlassung Deutschland, Am Umspannwerk 5, 90518 Altdorf, Deutschland, bachmann@liliput.de, www.liliput.de
Bachmann Branchline from Great Britain is a renowned brand in the model railway industry, known for its high quality models and accessories. The company is part of Bachmann Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of model trains. Bachmann Industryline was founded in 1835 and taken over by Kader Industries in 1987. Bachmann Europe PLC has been based in the United Kingdom since 1989, making the brand closely connected to the British railway. The company is known for its extensive range of model tracks in the British gauge OO. The diesel locomotives represent a variety of British locomotive types. The models reproduce the characteristics and nuances of the models in remarkable detail. In addition, the diesel railcars offer carefully designed interiors, accurate exterior design and realistic driving characteristics. The historic steam locomotives enable a journey through time through different eras of British railways. The precisely manufactured models capture the elegance and power of the steam locomotive age and are characterized by their attention to detail. The faithful reproduction gives the models an impressive realism and makes them sought-after collector's items. Bachmann Branchline's freight wagons reflect the diversity and functionality of British freight logistics. From classic freight wagons to special freight wagons, the models with their realistic details enable a lively representation. The passenger cars represent a variety of classes and designs that capture the charm of British passenger transport. The manufacturer's starter sets offer everything that aspiring model railroaders need to start their hobby straight away. The locomotives and carriages included represent different eras of British railway history and allow new model railway enthusiasts to discover the fascination of the railway world. The model railway world of Thomas the Little Tank Engine offers even the youngest model railway enthusiasts a unique and enchanting gaming experience. The child-friendly models are colorfully designed and are based on the characters from the “Thomas & Friends” series, which are known and loved by children all over the world. Despite the child-friendly design, the models in the Thomas series from Bachmann Branchline are of the highest quality, robust and durable. Bachmann Branchline offers a diverse range of models and accessories with which you can realistically recreate the English landscape on your model railway layout. Various terrain elements give your system spatial depth and contribute to a visually appealing model building experience. The range also includes detailed architectural elements, from charming cottage homes to historic buildings. The model trains from this manufacturer are specially designed for the OO gauge with a track width of 16.5 mm. This gauge corresponds to the standard of British model railways and enables the model builder to create a realistic representation of British railways. The English Eras 3 to 11 tracks fit seamlessly into the OO gauge environment and provide an excellent complement to the Hornby and Dapol models. Bachmann models offer the flexibility to be operated both analog and digital. This versatility allows model railroaders to choose their preferred operating mode and seamlessly integrate their models into existing layouts or modern digital systems. Yes, in our range you will find spare parts for the Bachmann Branchline train models. Our wide range of spare parts for this manufacturer's train models ranges from disc wheel sets and couplings to specific components and accessories. Whether historic steam locomotives or modern diesel multiple units, we present you with an extensive range of Bachmann Branchline products with which you can create impressive scenarios of British railways. We also offer you a large selection of other products, for example from Preiser and Wiking Modellbau. And with our bonus program you will receive an item of your choice for free with every purchase.Bachmann Model Railways: Railways from the United Kingdom
Diesel locomotives and diesel railcars
Historical steam locomotives
Freight and passenger cars
Starter sets for new model railroaders
Not just for the little ones: the model railway world of Thomas, the little locomotive
Create English landscapes on your model railway layout
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