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31105 - Network Rail Yellow - DCC Sound Fitted

31105 - Network Rail Yellow - DCC Sound Fitted

SKU ACC2849-DCC
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$426.00
$426.00 - $426.00
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No. 31105 was the third of Network Rail’s Class 31s to return to traffic and the only former disc headcode-fitted locomotive in the fleet, although it could often be found partnered with Howard Johnston’s hired in Fragonset, later BR blue-liveried, ‘skinhead’ No. 31106 on test trains. The former D5523, new to Stratford in March 1959 and withdrawn from Bescot in May 1997, was selected in 2002 for rebirth in NR’s QADD pool along with No. 31107.

While the latter fell by the wayside, No. 31105 was released from Derby in yellow in August 2004, externally almost unchanged from its previous condition, even retaining the extra lamp iron on its plated nose doors. However, by the second half of 2005, Derby had taken the opportunity to remove the cab roof vent cover from the No.1 end cab roof to match the No.2 end that had been rebuilt in early 1984.

While in late 2007, the front ends were further modified with same LED tail lights and the washer jet modifications described above with No. 31285.All good things come to an end though and No. 31105 was withdrawn for the second time in February 2015, leaving just No. 31233 still active for NR.

Still in working order, it was occasionally used as a shunter at the RTC site before being sold into preservation at the Mangapps Railway in Essex in October 2018.


CLASS 31 Common Features

  • Highly-detailed OO gauge model, 1:76.2 scale on 16.5mm track
  • Minimum Radius 438mm (2nd Radius Set-track)
  • Heavy Die-cast metal chassis
  • One truck (bogie) styles with separate footsteps, brake cylinders, speed recorder and end brake rigging
  • RP25-110 profile OO gauge wheels
  • Brake blocks on bogies in line with wheels
  • Scale width wire handrails
  • Etched metal/plastic detail parts, incl. grab handles, steps, wipers, etc.
  • Etched metal roof grille
  • Etched metal pre-painted nameplates, plaques and arrows (if applicable)
  • Accurate high-fidelity miniature snowploughs, chassis fitted
  • Full underbody battery box/air tank detail with pipework
  • Extra cab front details for Network Rail locomotives
  • Fully sprung buffers, multiple pipework variations and screw couplings
  • Kinetic NEM coupler mounts at correct height with mini-tension-lock couplers

High Performance traction features;

  • High quality 5-pole motor with two large flywheels
  • Helical Gear box for maximum performance and slow speed running
  • Gearing arranged so locomotive can achieve a scale top speed of 90 mph (145 km/h)
  • Outer axles on bogies are driven (sprung dummy centre axle) and all wheel pickup

Deluxe Features

  • All models feature a fully working, scale speed roof fan, that will run on DC and DCC., On DCC control, the fan speed is fully programmed to simulate accurate motion
  • All models feature  PowerPack supercapacitor Stay-Alive system for uninterrupted power and flicker free lighting and uninterruptible sound (works on DCC)

DCC Features

  • DCC ready [21-Pin MTX Socket]
  • Factory-Installed DCC Sound available with ESU LokSound V5 fitted with large speaker and sugarcube style speaker, with large sound capsules for best possible sound (DCC Sound models only)
  • Wheel flange squeal sensor on DCC sound fitted locomotives for automatic flange squeal on sound programme

Fully detailed Lighting Pack features:

  • Directional lighting, DC and DCC
  • Lighting clusters with appropriate day and night-time settings
  • Switchable Red and white marker lights (red can be switched individual lights or both on)
  • Separately switched cab lighting and illuminated, driver’s desk with auto/off on movement

Customer Reviews

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Stephen L.
Exceeds All Expectations!

Stunningly good model and I’m more than happy with this Network Rail Class 31 #31105. From the bright and distinctive artwork on the presentation box to the clear and sharp livery applied to the model is absolutely top shelf. Additionally, the small details that set Accurascale apart from the competition have been extremely well executed and applied.

Then there is the sound. Wow! The cold engine start brings the model to life and fills my layout room. In motion, the sound is equally impressive and I can imagine I will have a few more “maintenance” trains running around from now on.

In conclusion, the model oozes detail and sound that has truly exceeded my expectations and I'm glad I added this to my roster.

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Stephen H.
An excellent model

Excellent detail, smooth running, good sound. What's not to like about this model?

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Nick H.
31105 Skinhead.

Simple ,outstanding in every area , usual high standards of sound and smooth running ,turn sound off and a very quiet motor. Box art is absolutely gorgeous, one again thanks Accurascale, another winner ,cheers Nick.

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Chris C.
A Model To Be Proud Of

Absolutely loving my Accurascale Class 31 loco in Network Rail livery. I cannot describe it other than simply superb, and it is a fantastic addition to my growing collection. Well done Accurascale for yet another excellent model of the real thing.

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James M.
Class 31 in yellow network rail

Very fine model and very please with the performance of the sound would recommend it and a very smooth runner . Thankyou accurascale well done .

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Darren P.
Splendid

I was nearly in tears when I see this lovely Loco top and tail together with 31285. Great Job Guys

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Roger D.
31-105

Excellent loco as usual thanks haven't been tested yet but i. know it will be superb

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Richard
31105

Great model

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Alexander S.
31105 - Network Rail Yellow - DCC Sound Fitted

A classic iconic skin head Class 31/0, Product excellence, body colour application 1st Class along with accurate decoration. Sound range is very well captured, Accurascale have nailed it again.

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dan r.
Fantastic!

Another brilliant addition to my expanding departmental fleet

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