Train Set Year Details
1982 - Task Force Action Set
Train Set: Task Force Action Set (Overall Train Set page)
Category: Train Sets
Model Information: Set includes mains controller. Also available R.579, same set without mains controller.
Sets Produced: * 2,600
* Information from Triang & Hornby, The Story of Rovex, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 - Pat Hammond
Category: Train Sets
Model Information: Set includes mains controller. Also available R.579, same set without mains controller.
Sets Produced: * 2,600
* Information from Triang & Hornby, The Story of Rovex, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 - Pat Hammond
Year: 1982
Catalogue Number: R.580
Year Information: Includes Oval of First Radius Track and a Power Connecting Clip. First the Rocket Car is prepared by setting its spring-loaded exploding gear. The helicopter launch mechanism is wound up. The Fire the Tank mounted missiles, Explode the Rocket Car.
Publication: Hornby Railways 28th Edition 1982 Catalogue OO Scale
Publication Type: Catalogue
Publication Edition: 28th Edition
Logo & Box Design:
UK Price List: £44.95
Aust Price List: ---
Can Price List: ---
Model Ranking:
Current: 871 - September 2025
Previous: 1131 - August 2025
Movement:
(+260)
Catalogue Number: R.580
Year Information: Includes Oval of First Radius Track and a Power Connecting Clip. First the Rocket Car is prepared by setting its spring-loaded exploding gear. The helicopter launch mechanism is wound up. The Fire the Tank mounted missiles, Explode the Rocket Car.
Publication: Hornby Railways 28th Edition 1982 Catalogue OO Scale
Publication Type: Catalogue
Publication Edition: 28th Edition
Logo & Box Design:
UK Price List: £44.95
Aust Price List: ---
Can Price List: ---
Model Ranking:
Current: 871 - September 2025
Previous: 1131 - August 2025
Movement:
(+260)
Train Set Year Details (2)
| YEAR | CAT | IMAGE |
|---|---|---|
| 1982 | R.580 |
Task Force Action Set |
| 1983 | R.580 |
Task Force Action Set |
Train Set Items (4)
| MODEL | NO. | LIVERY |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel Locomotive | 17 | --- |
| Tank Transporter with Missile-firing Tank | None | --- |
| Operating Helicopter Car | None | --- |
| Exploding Rocket Car | 455 | --- |
Train Set Photos & Notes (0)
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