Model Details

Class A4 Locomotive - Seagull

U.K.
4902

Class A4 Locomotive - Seagull

Years Released: 1981 1982 (Model Year pages)
Model released for 2 years.

Model: Class A4 Locomotive - Seagull
Running Number: 4902
Category: Steam Locomotives
Steam Locomotives
Locomotive Class: Class A4
Class A4
Designer: Sir Nigel Gresley
Class Information: Class A4 locomotives were introduced in 1935 as part of a modern streamlined train named Silver Jubilee. One member of the class; 4468 Mallard achieved the authenticated world speed record for steam of 126-MPH during 1938. More...
Weight: 167 tons
Purpose: Express Passenger
Wheel Arrangement: 4-6-2
Wheel Arrangement Name: Pacific
4-6-2
Model Information: Length - 11 7/16 inches - 29.1cm.
Models Produced: * 14,000
* Information from Triang & Hornby, The Story of Rovex, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 - Pat Hammond
Logo & Box Style:

1981

1982

1981 1982
Company: L.N.E.R. - London & North Eastern Railway
Logo: L.N.E.R. Crest
Logo Years: 1923 - 1947
London & North Eastern Railway
Livery: L.N.E.R. Blue
L.N.E.R. Blue
Livery Details: Blue with black, red and white lining and yellow lettering.
Company Information: The second biggest of Britains post grouping railway companies formed in 1923. Some very famous locomotives were designed and operated by the L.N.E.R. including the Flying Scotsman and the Mallard.

Model Ranking:
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Previous: 781 - November 2023
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Model Year Details (2)

YEAR CAT MODEL
1981 R.372 1981
Class A4 Locomotive - Seagull
1982 R.372 1982
Class A4 Locomotive - Seagull

Related Service Sheets (7)

NO SERVICE SHEET NAME ISSUE DATE
117A 4-6-2 Loco Class A4 June 1992
117A (Back) 4-6-2 Loco Class A4 - Back June 1992
118 LNER 8 Wheel Tender Drive Motor - R.309, R.350 February 1980
118 (Back) LNER 8 Wheel Tender Drive Motor - R.309, R.350 - Back February 1980
HR1982 Locomotive Operation And Maintenance 1982 (Front) 1982
HR1982 (Back) Locomotive Operation And Maintenance 1982 (Back) 1982
HR1982 T5&6 Locomotive Operation And Maintenance 1982 (Type 5 & 6) 1982

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Model Catalogue Information

YEAR INFORMATION
1981 The streamlined bodywork includes the distinctive skirting extending down over the driving wheels. Crew figures are included.
1982 Presented in its original 1938 style, streamlined blue. Brass cab fittings.

Motor Information

YEAR MOTOR
1981 Ringfield
1982 Ringfield

Price List

YEAR UK PRICE
1981 £27.95
1982 £30.50

Catalogue Images (2)

R.372 - Class A4 Locomotive - Seagull - 1981
R.372 Class A4 Locomotive - Seagull - 1981

R.372 - Class A4 Locomotive - Seagull - 1982
R.372 Class A4 Locomotive - Seagull - 1982


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