Model Details
B.R. Mk.3 First Class Buffet Car (TRFB)
40097
Years Released:
1990
1991
1992
(Model Year pages)
Model released for 3 years.
Running Number: 40097
Category: Passenger Rolling Stock
Model Information: Updated InterCity livery. Black roof. Model provided with a choice of running numbers, 40097, 40098 and 40117.
Length - 10 7/16 inches - 26.6cm.
Models Produced: * 4,200
* Information from Triang & Hornby, The Story of Rovex, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 - Pat Hammond
Logo & Box Style:

1990 1991 1992
![]() 1990 1991 1992 |
Logo: B.R. Logo
Logo Years: 1965 - 1997
Livery: B.R. Inter City Swallow Grey
Livery Details: Grey and dark grey with red and white lining and yellow cab ends.
Company Information: British Railways came into existence in 1948 when the dominating four British railway companies amalgamated. Steam traction on British Railways ended in 1968 and the system was re-branded as British Rail.
Model Ranking:
Current: 1569 - October 2025
Previous: 1807 - September 2025
Movement:
(+238)
Model Year Details (3)
| YEAR | CAT | MODEL |
|---|---|---|
| 1990 | R.713 |
B.R. Mk.3 First Class Buffet Car (TRFB) |
| 1991 | R.713 |
B.R. Mk.3 First Class Buffet Car (TRFB) |
| 1992 | R.713 |
B.R. Mk.3 First Class Buffet Car (TRFB) |
Model Photos & Notes (0)
Model Catalogue Information
| YEAR | INFORMATION |
|---|---|
| 1991 | The designation TRFB stands for Trailer Restaurant First Buffet. Metal wheeled tyres. |
| 1992 | As running in many High Speed Train formations. With furnished interior and metal tyred wheels. |
Price List
| YEAR | UK PRICE |
|---|---|
| 1992 | £12.65 |
Catalogue Images (3)
R.713 B.R. Mk.3 First Class Buffet Car (TRFB) - 1990
R.713 B.R. Mk.3 First Class Buffet Car (TRFB) - 1991
R.713 B.R. Mk.3 First Class Buffet Car (TRFB) - 1992
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