Ten Class 88s operate with Direct Rail Services, they are electro-diesel locomotives that can operate on the 25kV overhead catenary or on diesel through an board generator.
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The new decorated samples of 88010 in Refrigerated Rail livery also provides a first glimpse at the new Dapol Class 88 in decorated form. Further decorated samples are expected soon.
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Dapol’s ‘OO’ gauge Class 88 tooling suite is comprehensive, with an extensive level of detail promised. The models are set to include much separately fitted detailing, a die-cast metal chassis, all-wheel pick-up and drive, five-pole motor, twin flywheels, interior and exterior lighting (including marker/headlights), tail lights, halo light and servo-controlled pantograph.
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The model will be available Digital Command Control (DCC) Ready, DCC fitted or DCC sound-fitted. Incidentally, the DCC Ready models wont be able to make use of the halo lights or the servo-operated pantograph: the pantograph will be posable in DC mode however. The model is equipped with a PluX22 DCC socket.
Currently scheduled for release during the third quarter of the year, prices are set at £199.95 for DCC Ready examples, £249.95 DCC fitted and £329.95 DCC sound-fitted. All Class 88 models are only available to order from Rails of Sheffield.
◘ Visit www.railsofsheffield.com for more information.