Hand Made Accessories OO Class 17 BR Blue FYE 8538 Weathered

OO Class 17 BR Blue FYE 8538 Weathered delivers a distinctive piece of British Rail diesel history for OO gauge enthusiasts and collectors of unusual locomotive classes.

Featuring:

• Authentic Weathered Finish: Factory-applied weathering captures the hard-working appearance of a Class 17 locomotive during its final years of service.
• BR Blue with Full Yellow Ends: Finished in British Rail Blue livery with Full Yellow Ends (FYE), accurately representing late-era Class 17 operations.
• Highly Detailed Model: Features finely moulded bodywork, detailed cab areas, grilles, handrails, and realistic underframe components.
• Smooth Running Performance: Precision-engineered drive system provides reliable operation for freight services and industrial railway scenes.

Technical Specifications:

• Scale: OO (1:76)
• Class: British Rail Class 17
• Running Number: 8538
• Livery: BR Blue with Full Yellow Ends (Weathered)
• Material: Injection-moulded plastic with metal components
• Assembly: Ready-to-run
• Paint/Glue: Not required
• Recommended Age: 14+
• Power Requirement: DC Analogue
• Track Compatibility: OO Gauge
• Included: One OO scale Class 17 locomotive

Perfect for: OO gauge railway modellers recreating British Rail freight operations of the 1960s and 1970s, diesel enthusiasts, and collectors of rare locomotive classes.

Why this kit matters

The British Rail Class 17, commonly known as the "Clayton", was developed to meet British Rail's requirement for a lightweight Type 1 diesel locomotive. Although the class had a relatively short operational life, it became one of the most distinctive locomotives produced during the British Rail Modernisation Plan.

Locomotive 8538 in weathered BR Blue with Full Yellow Ends reflects the appearance of these locomotives during their later years, working freight services before eventual withdrawal. The Class 17 remains a fascinating chapter in British railway history and is highly sought after by enthusiasts due to its rarity and unique design.

How to use it

This ready-to-run locomotive can be placed directly onto compatible OO gauge track for immediate operation. It is ideally suited to freight trains, industrial layouts, and transition-era British Rail scenes. Regular wheel and track cleaning will help maintain reliable running performance.

This is a detailed scale model. Assembly, paint, and glue are not required. It is not a toy.