Class 37 Gallery

Although not popular with everyone the Bachmann class 37 is a nice little runner and has replaced my ageing fleet of Lima class 37's. All my models have been re-numbered, detailed, weathered and working tail lights fitted. You can read about the work done on the individual models by clicking on the image.

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Prototype information:  Class 37/0  English Electric

 

Built:  1960-65 by English Electric Company at Vulcan Foundry, Newton le Willows or by Robert Stephenson & Hawthorn at Darlington.

Engine:  English Electric 12CSVT of 1300 kW (1750 hp) at 8500 rpm.

Main Generator:  English Electric 822/10G.

Traction Motors:  English Electric 538/A.

Maximum Traction Effort:  245 kN (55500 lbf).

Continuous Traction Effort:  4156 kN (35000  lbf) at 13.6 mph.

 

Power at Rail:  932 kW (1250hp).

Brake Force:  50 t.

Weight:  102.8 - 108.4 t.

Design Speed:  90 mph.

Fuel Capacity:  4046 (+ 7678 litres).

Train Supply:  Not Equipped.

Train Brakes:  Air & Vacuum.

Dimensions:  18.75 x 2.74 m.

Wheel Diameter:  1092 mm.

Maximum Speed:  80 mph.

Route Availability:  5 (*6).

Multiple Working:  Blue Star.

 

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