Bachmann OO Class 20/0 Disc Headcode & Tablet Catcher D8032 BR Green (Late Crest)
OO Class 20/0 Disc Headcode & Tablet Catcher D8032 BR Green (Late Crest)
OO Class 20/0 D8032 BR Green delivers authentic early diesel traction power and classic British Rail freight and passenger versatility for OO gauge modellers seeking true prototype realism.
Featuring:
- Authentic Class 20 Detail: OO scale BR Class 20/0 diesel locomotive (D8032) with disc headcode arrangement and tablet catcher detail, accurately representing early BR freight operations.
- BR Green (Late Crest) Livery: Classic British Rail green finish with late crest emblem, ideal for 1960s–1970s transition-era layouts.
- Fine Scale Bodywork: Injection-moulded body with separately applied detail parts including handrails, grille detailing, and accurate cab features.
- OO Gauge Compatibility: Fitted with standard OO couplings for reliable integration into freight and mixed traffic formations.
Model Dimensions (Approximate):
- Length: Approx. 16.5cm
- Width: Approx. 3.5cm
- Height: Approx. 5cm
- Wheelbase: Approx. 6.5cm
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: OO (1:76)
- Locomotive Class: BR Class 20/0 (D8032)
- Livery: BR Green (Late Crest)
- Motor Type: Diesel-electric (brushed motor assumed for OO RTR models)
- Battery (vehicle): Not applicable (track-powered model locomotive)
- Transmitter batteries: Not applicable
- Drive / Propulsion: Powered OO gauge diesel locomotive
- Assembly: Ready-to-run
- Controller: Requires OO analogue or DCC system depending on variant
- Material: Injection-moulded plastic body with metal chassis components
- Included: One OO scale Class 20/0 locomotive (D8032)
Perfect for railway modellers and OO gauge enthusiasts recreating British Rail diesel transition-era operations, including freight workings, engineers’ trains, and secondary passenger services.
Why this model matters
The BR Class 20 was one of British Rail’s most distinctive Type 1 diesel locomotives, widely used for freight and light passenger duties. D8032 with disc headcode and tablet catcher detail reflects an important early operational period before full train reporting systems were standardised. The BR Green (Late Crest) livery represents the transitional phase of British Rail identity during the dieselisation era.
How to use it
This is a ready-to-run OO scale locomotive requiring no assembly, paint, or glue. Place it on OO gauge track and connect it to a suitable controller (analogue or DCC depending on model variant). Pair with Mk1 coaching stock or freight wagons for realistic BR-era operations. Ensure clean track and properly secured couplings for smooth running.