The Bachmann Branchline Class 20/3 was first released in 2021, and since then we’ve improved this stunning model further by fitting marker lights at the cab ends, meaning that when operated prototypically as pairs nose-to-nose, a full complement of lighting can now be enjoyed at either end of the formation. Forming a pair of models in original DRS Blue livery is No. 20309.

This latest generation Bo-Bo diesel locomotive from Bachmann Branchline brings the classic BR Class 20 right up to date, capturing the subtle lines of these distinctive locomotives whilst sporting the modern look of the Class 20/3s – which had their ends made flush during refurbishment and fitted with Wipac light clusters and multiple working connectors. The high level of detail is brought to life by the intricate livery application, whilst the powerful drive mechanism, Plux22 DCC interface and a full suite of lighting offers the perfect complement to the model’s good looks.

• Bachmann Branchline OO Scale
• Era 9
• Pristine DRS Compass (Original) livery
• Running No. 20309
• SOUND FITTED – Fitted with a Zimo MS450P22 DCC Sound Decoder – See below for the function list
• Length 190mm

DETAIL VARIATIONS SPECIFIC TO THIS MODEL

·       GPS Aerial

·       Bonnet Roof Aerial

·       One-piece Radiator Shutters

·       Early Fluted Bogie Equalising Beams

·       Blanked Speedo Drive

BACHMANN BRANCHLINE CLASS 20 SPECIFICATION

MECHANISM:

·       Five pole, twin shaft motor with two flywheels providing drive to both bogies

·       All axle drive

·       Electrical pickup from all wheels

·       Separate metal bearings fitted to each axle

·       Diecast metal chassis block and bogie towers

·       Diecast metal gearboxes, with gearing arranged for prototypical running speeds and haulage capabilities

·       16.5mm (OO gauge) wheels to NEM310 & NEM311 standards with authentic profile and detailing

·       Detachable coupling pockets to NEM362 standards fitted to each bogie

·       Designed to operate on curves of second radius (438mm) or greater

DETAILING:

·       Bogies constructed from multiple components featuring full relief detail

·       Rotating radiator fan (un-motorised)

·       Separately applied metal detail parts, including handrails, grab handles, sand pipes and etched fan grilles

·       Sprung metal buffers

·       Body-mounted snow ploughs supplied with each model

·       Each model supplied with a full set of decorated, model-specific bufferbeam pipework and accessory parts

LIGHTING:

·       Directional lighting, switchable on/off at either end on DCC or Analogue control

·       Day/Night Mode, selectable on DCC or Analogue control

·       Cab lighting, switchable on/off on DCC or Analogue control

·       Authentic light colours and temperatures selected for each model based on era and application

DCC:

·       Plux22 DCC decoder interface 

SOUND:

·       Speaker installed in all models for optimum sound reproduction

·       Zimo MS450P22 DCC Sound Decoder fitted to SOUND FITTED versions

·       Sound files produced specifically for the Bachmann Branchline Class 20 using recordings from real locomotives

·       SOUND FITTED models operate on DCC and Analogue control as supplied. On Analogue, an authentic engine start up sequence and running sounds are produced when power is applied

LIVERY APPLICATION:

·       Authentic liveries applied to all models

·       Multiple paint applications employed on each model using BR and corporate specification colours

·       Logos, numerals and text added as appropriate using multi-stage tampo printing using authentic typefaces, logos and colours

·       In addition, where applicable Etched Nameplates and Plaques are also provided

SOUNDS

F0 - Directional Lights - On / Off (plus Light Switch Sound)

F1 - On - Warm Engine Start / On (with F8 On) - Cold Engine Start

F2 - Brake

F3 - Single Horn (Speed Related)

F4 - Two Tone Horn (Speed Related)

F5 - On - Light Train Mode / Off - Heavy Train Mode

F6 - Engine Idle / Coasting

F7 - Speed Lock

F8 - Cold Start

F9 - Flange Squeal (Speed Related)

F10 - Guard's Whistle