Save 41% on this Bachmann DRS Class 20/3
Just £131.60 for 24 hours only!
Fans of first generation diesel traction have a limited-time opportunity to add one of Britain's most distinctive locomotives to their fleet! We're offering an impressive 41% saving on Bachmann's highly-detailed model of Class 20/3 20309 in Direct Rail Services Compass livery.
Normally retailing at £224.60, this OO gauge model is available for just £131.60 when customers use the code DRS10 at checkout. The promotion is available for 24 hours only, ending 23.59 Saturday June 20, 2026, making it one of our most-standout diesel locomotive deals currently available.
A first-generation classic
The English Electric Class 20 has long held a special place in the hearts of diesel enthusiasts. Known for its distinctive nose-end cab design and frequent operation in nose-to-nose pairs, the class enjoyed a remarkably long career across Britain.
Representing locomotive No. 20309 in Direct Rail Services Compass livery, Bachmann's latest Class 20/3 benefits from a range of enhancements that make it the most refined version yet. New cab-end marker lights allow paired locomotives to display a complete lighting suite at both ends of a formation, adding an extra layer of realism for operators who enjoy prototypical running.
The model faithfully reproduces the appearance of the modernised Class 20/3, featuring flush-ended cabs, Wipac lighting clusters and multiple-working equipment, all captured with Bachmann's renowned attention to detail.
Built for performance
Beyond its impressive appearance, the model delivers smooth and reliable operation thanks to Bachmann's proven drive system. A Plux22 DCC interface makes digital conversion straightforward, while the locomotive's high specification ensures it looks just as good standing still as it does in motion.
For enthusiasts looking to recreate authentic DRS operations, pairing 20309 with a second Class 20 offers the opportunity to replicate the nose-to-nose formations that became synonymous with the class during its later years. Ask us to customise your second (or third!) purchase with a re-numbering to build out your fleet.
The perfect candidate for weathering
One of the attractions of modelling a DRS Class 20 is the variety of weathering possibilities available. Throughout its career, 20309 could be found hauling everything from nuclear flask trains to railhead treatment services, often accumulating significant grime and operational wear.
While some photographs show relatively clean examples, others reveal the locomotive heavily coated in sandite residue during Rail Head Treatment Train duties. For modellers seeking maximum realism, weathering can transform an already impressive model into a unique layout centrepiece.
Our custom weathering services provide an opportunity to recreate anything from subtle track dirt to heavily worked operational finishes. For those wanting something even more distinctive, bespoke detailing options can be requested at checkout – even this finish!
Offer Details
Bachmann OO Gauge Class 20/3 No. 20309 DRS Compass (Original)
RRP: £224.60
Sale Price: £131.60
Additional Code: DRS10
Saving: 41%
Offer Duration: 24 Hours Only
Don't forget...
Reliable operation starts with clean wheels. Dirty wheels can cause poor electrical pickup, interrupted sound functions, inconsistent lighting and frustrating stalling, particularly on DCC-equipped layouts.
To help modellers maintain peak performance, we've expanded our range of wheel-cleaning products suitable for multiple scales, helping locomotives continue running smoothly for years to come.
