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    <title>DCC Sound Fitted Model Railways  from Monk Bar Model Shop</title>
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    <lastBuildDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 04:03:05 +0100</lastBuildDate>
    <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 04:03:05 +0100</pubDate>
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              <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 03:33:29 +0100</pubDate>
              <title>Rapido UK HR Loch Class No.120 ‘Loch Ness’ HR Drummond Lined Green (SF)</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/oo-model-railways-c6/locos-oo-c8/steam-locos-oo-c9/hr-loch-class-no-120-loch-ness-hr-drummond-lined-green-sf-p33655"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/hr-loch-class-no-120-loch-ness-hr-drummond-lined-green-sf-p33655-30788_thumb.jpg" alt="Rapido UK HR Loch Class No.120 ‘Loch Ness’ HR Drummond Lined Green (SF)"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/oo-model-railways-c6/locos-oo-c8/steam-locos-oo-c9/hr-loch-class-no-120-loch-ness-hr-drummond-lined-green-sf-p33655">Rapido UK HR Loch Class No.120 ‘Loch Ness’ HR Drummond Lined Green (SF)</a></p>
<p>HR Loch Class No.120 &amp;lsquo;Loch Ness&amp;rsquo; HR Drummond Lined Green (Sound Fitted)
Highland Railway &amp;lsquo;Loch&amp;rsquo; Class 4-4-0
HR Drummond I Lined Green No. 120 &amp;lsquo;Loch Ness&amp;rsquo;
Tall louvred HR chimney
Long smokebox door straps
Smokebox wing plates
Jones safety valves
Tender toolbox
Tender gong
Tablet catcher
Suitable for operation on 2nd Radius curves (438mm or greater)
Dynamic firebox flicker
21-pin DCC decoder socket
Factory-fitted speakers in all models
Sprung buffers
Museum-quality paint finish
Smooth &amp;amp; powerful mechanism
Highly detailed
NEM coupler pockets
1:76 scale (OO gauge)</p></description>
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              <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 03:34:28 +0100</pubDate>
              <title>Bachmann NER E Tank 495 NER Lined Green &amp; Maroon (Sound Fitted)</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/oo-model-railways-c6/locos-oo-c8/steam-locos-oo-c9/ner-e-tank-495-ner-lined-green-maroon-sound-fitted-p31888"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/ner-e-tank-495-ner-lined-green-maroon-sound-fitted-p31888-27631_thumb.jpg" alt="Bachmann NER E Tank 495 NER Lined Green &amp; Maroon (Sound Fitted)"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/oo-model-railways-c6/locos-oo-c8/steam-locos-oo-c9/ner-e-tank-495-ner-lined-green-maroon-sound-fitted-p31888">Bachmann NER E Tank 495 NER Lined Green &amp; Maroon (Sound Fitted)</a></p>
<p>NER E Tank 495 NER Lined Green &amp;amp; Maroon (Sound Fitted)
Details on this model:

Pristine NER Lined Green &amp;amp; Maroon Livery
Running No. 495
Boiler Clack Valves
Ramsbottom Safety Valves
Bell Whistle
Steam Brakes Only
Plain Smokebox Door
Twin Smokebox Door Handles
Parallel Shank Buffers with Round Mounts
Original Bunker without Coal Rails
Rear Cab Windows without Bars

Features:

Equipped with a Next18 DCC Decoder Socket – Recommend Decoder item No. 36-567A
Length 118mm (over couplings)
Coreless motor
Electrical pickup from all wheels
Separate metal bearings fitted to each driving axle
Diecast metal chassis block
Diecast metal gearbox, with gearing arranged for prototypical running speeds and haulage capabilities
5mm (OO gauge) wheels to NEM310 &amp;amp; NEM311 standards with authentic profile and detailing
Detachable coupling pockets to NEM362 standards fitted at each end
Designed to operate on curves of second radius (438mm) or greater
Diecast metal running plate with integral side tank weights
Precision moulded plastic boiler, side tanks, cab and bunker
Separately applied details including splashers, tank filler hatches, safety valves, dome and chimney, smokebox handles, clack valves* and vacuum pipes* (*where applicable)
Individual metal detail components including handrails, handrail knobs, guard irons, lamp irons and turned metal whistle
Highly detailed and decorated cab interior including controls, dials, gauges and tool cabinets with separately fitted regulator, reverser and handbrake
Running gear detailing includes springs, brakes and separately fitted brake gear, sandboxes and sandpipes
Glazed cab spectacles
Sprung metal buffers
Each model supplied with an accessory pack including cab doors, additional bufferbeam pipework, poseable lamps and three-link couplings
Firebox Glow (on analogue) / Firebox Glow &amp;amp; Flicker (on DCC or when SOUND FITTED models are used on analogue)
Speaker installed in all models for optimum sound reproduction
ESU Loksound Micro V5DCC Sound Decoder fitted to SOUND FITTED versions

- OO Scale</p></description>
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              <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 03:34:28 +0100</pubDate>
              <title>Bachmann NER E (J71) Tank 317 LNER Lined Black (Sound Fitted)</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/oo-model-railways-c6/locos-oo-c8/steam-locos-oo-c9/ner-e-j71-tank-317-lner-lined-black-sound-fitted-p31884"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/ner-e-j71-tank-317-lner-lined-black-sound-fitted-p31884-27643_thumb.jpg" alt="Bachmann NER E (J71) Tank 317 LNER Lined Black (Sound Fitted)"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/oo-model-railways-c6/locos-oo-c8/steam-locos-oo-c9/ner-e-j71-tank-317-lner-lined-black-sound-fitted-p31884">Bachmann NER E (J71) Tank 317 LNER Lined Black (Sound Fitted)</a></p>
<p>NER E (J71) Tank 317 LNER Lined Black (Sound Fitted)
Details on this model:

Pristine LNER Lined Black Livery
Running No. 317
Boiler Clack Valves
Ramsbottom Safety Valves
Pipe Whistle
Steam Brakes Only
Plain Smokebox Door
Smokebox Door Handwheel
Parallel Shank Buffers with Round Mounts
Coal Bunker with Coal Rails fitted
Rear Cab Windows without Bars

Features:

Equipped with a Next18 DCC Decoder Socket – Recommend Decoder item No. 36-567A
Length 118mm (over couplings)
Coreless motor
Electrical pickup from all wheels
Separate metal bearings fitted to each driving axle
Diecast metal chassis block
Diecast metal gearbox, with gearing arranged for prototypical running speeds and haulage capabilities
5mm (OO gauge) wheels to NEM310 &amp;amp; NEM311 standards with authentic profile and detailing
Detachable coupling pockets to NEM362 standards fitted at each end
Designed to operate on curves of second radius (438mm) or greater
Diecast metal running plate with integral side tank weights
Precision moulded plastic boiler, side tanks, cab and bunker
Separately applied details including splashers, tank filler hatches, safety valves, dome and chimney, smokebox handles, clack valves* and vacuum pipes* (*where applicable)
Individual metal detail components including handrails, handrail knobs, guard irons, lamp irons and turned metal whistle
Highly detailed and decorated cab interior including controls, dials, gauges and tool cabinets with separately fitted regulator, reverser and handbrake
Running gear detailing includes springs, brakes and separately fitted brake gear, sandboxes and sandpipes
Glazed cab spectacles
Sprung metal buffers
Each model supplied with an accessory pack including cab doors, additional bufferbeam pipework, poseable lamps and three-link couplings
Firebox Glow (on analogue) / Firebox Glow &amp;amp; Flicker (on DCC or when SOUND FITTED models are used on analogue)
Speaker installed in all models for optimum sound reproduction
ESU Loksound Micro V5DCC Sound Decoder fitted to SOUND FITTED versions

- OO Scale</p></description>
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              <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 03:34:28 +0100</pubDate>
              <title>Bachmann NER E (J71) Tank 68260 BR Black (Early Emblem) (Sound Fitted)</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/oo-model-railways-c6/locos-oo-c8/steam-locos-oo-c9/ner-e-j71-tank-68260-br-black-early-emblem-sound-fitted-p31886"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/ner-e-j71-tank-68260-br-black-early-emblem-sound-fitted-p31886-27655_thumb.jpg" alt="Bachmann NER E (J71) Tank 68260 BR Black (Early Emblem) (Sound Fitted)"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/oo-model-railways-c6/locos-oo-c8/steam-locos-oo-c9/ner-e-j71-tank-68260-br-black-early-emblem-sound-fitted-p31886">Bachmann NER E (J71) Tank 68260 BR Black (Early Emblem) (Sound Fitted)</a></p>
<p>NER E (J71) Tank 68260 BR Black (Early Emblem) (Sound Fitted)
Details on this model:

Pristine BR Black Early Emblem Livery
Running No. 68260
Boiler Clack Valves Removed
Ross Pop Safety Valves with Cover
Pipe Whistle
Steam Brakes Only
Smokebox Door with Numberplate
Twin Smokebox Door Handles
Group Standard Buffers with Square Mounts
Coal Bunker with Coal Rails fitted
Rear Cab Windows with Bars fitted

Features:

Equipped with a Next18 DCC Decoder Socket – Recommend Decoder item No. 36-567A
Length 118mm (over couplings)
Coreless motor
Electrical pickup from all wheels
Separate metal bearings fitted to each driving axle
Diecast metal chassis block
Diecast metal gearbox, with gearing arranged for prototypical running speeds and haulage capabilities
5mm (OO gauge) wheels to NEM310 &amp;amp; NEM311 standards with authentic profile and detailing
Detachable coupling pockets to NEM362 standards fitted at each end
Designed to operate on curves of second radius (438mm) or greater
Diecast metal running plate with integral side tank weights
Precision moulded plastic boiler, side tanks, cab and bunker
Separately applied details including splashers, tank filler hatches, safety valves, dome and chimney, smokebox handles, clack valves* and vacuum pipes* (*where applicable)
Individual metal detail components including handrails, handrail knobs, guard irons, lamp irons and turned metal whistle
Highly detailed and decorated cab interior including controls, dials, gauges and tool cabinets with separately fitted regulator, reverser and handbrake
Running gear detailing includes springs, brakes and separately fitted brake gear, sandboxes and sandpipes
Glazed cab spectacles
Sprung metal buffers
Each model supplied with an accessory pack including cab doors, additional bufferbeam pipework, poseable lamps and three-link couplings
Firebox Glow (on analogue) / Firebox Glow &amp;amp; Flicker (on DCC or when SOUND FITTED models are used on analogue)
Speaker installed in all models for optimum sound reproduction
ESU Loksound Micro V5DCC Sound Decoder fitted to SOUND FITTED versions

- OO Scale</p></description>
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              <link>http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/oo-model-railways-c6/locos-oo-c8/steam-locos-oo-c9/ner-e-j71-tank-68260-br-black-early-emblem-sound-fitted-p31886</link>
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              <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 03:56:17 +0100</pubDate>
              <title>Rapido UK BR Class 45 D120 BR Green (Sound Fitted) (N)</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/n-model-railways-c15/locos-n-c16/diesel-electric-locos-n-c18/br-class-45-d120-br-green-sound-fitted-n-p31429"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/br-class-45-d120-br-green-sound-fitted-n-p31429-27013_thumb.jpg" alt="Rapido UK BR Class 45 D120 BR Green (Sound Fitted) (N)"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/n-model-railways-c15/locos-n-c16/diesel-electric-locos-n-c18/br-class-45-d120-br-green-sound-fitted-n-p31429">Rapido UK BR Class 45 D120 BR Green (Sound Fitted) (N)</a></p>
<p>BR Class 45 D120 BR Green (Sound Fitted)
Features:

D120
Plain BR green (as built)
Split headcode panel
Bodyside steps
Bodyside lower panel
Inner &amp;amp; outer bogie sandboxes
Directional lighting
Next18 decoder socket
High quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running
Factory-fitted speakers in all models
DCC sound option (with ESU LokSound 5 decoder)
NEM coupler pockets
Separately fitted wipers
Separately fitted radiator fan grill
Optional buffer beam hoses to fit as required

- N Scale</p></description>
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              <link>http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/n-model-railways-c15/locos-n-c16/diesel-electric-locos-n-c18/br-class-45-d120-br-green-sound-fitted-n-p31429</link>
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              <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 04:03:05 +0100</pubDate>
              <title>Hornby Class 66 66850 &#039;David Maidment OBE&#039; Colas (TT) (Sound Fitted)</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/diesel-electric-locos-tt-c304/class-66-66850-david-maidment-obe-colas-tt-sound-fitted-p30238"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/class-66-66850-david-maidment-obe-colas-tt-sound-fitted-p30238-23591_thumb.jpg" alt="Hornby Class 66 66850 &#039;David Maidment OBE&#039; Colas (TT) (Sound Fitted)"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/diesel-electric-locos-tt-c304/class-66-66850-david-maidment-obe-colas-tt-sound-fitted-p30238">Hornby Class 66 66850 &#039;David Maidment OBE&#039; Colas (TT) (Sound Fitted)</a></p>
<p>Class 66 66850 &#039;David Maidment OBE&#039; Colas (TT) (Sound Fitted)
This model will feature directional and cab lighting. Night and day headlights will also be included.
All the Class 66 models have 12 axles for the current pick-up and both bogies are motor-driven.
- SOUND FITTED
*Requires HM7000 APP or DCC controller to operate sounds and drive model. (Will not operate on analogue)
- Era 11
- TT:120 Scale</p></description>
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              <link>http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/diesel-electric-locos-tt-c304/class-66-66850-david-maidment-obe-colas-tt-sound-fitted-p30238</link>
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              <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 03:36:44 +0100</pubDate>
              <title>Accurascale Class 66 66302 Fastline - DCC Sound</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/oo-model-railways-c6/locos-oo-c8/diesel-electric-locos-oo-c31/class-66-66302-fastline-dcc-sound-p29845"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/class-66-66302-fastline-dcc-sound-p29845-22619_thumb.jpg" alt="Accurascale Class 66 66302 Fastline - DCC Sound"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/oo-model-railways-c6/locos-oo-c8/diesel-electric-locos-oo-c31/class-66-66302-fastline-dcc-sound-p29845">Accurascale Class 66 66302 Fastline - DCC Sound</a></p>
<p>Class 66 66302 Fastline - DCC Sound
66302 arrived in the uk as part of a &amp;ldquo;mixed delivery&amp;rdquo; of class 66 low emission models, alongside locos for Freightliner and DRS aboard the MV Stellanova on the 8th November 2006. Following unloading and acceptance it worked its first train of HYA&amp;rsquo;s on the 13th November. When Jarvis went in to administration, Fastline&amp;rsquo;s small fleet of class 66 locomotives were acquired by DRS before being repainted into their house colours
Features:

Highly detailed OO scale model, 1:76.2 scale
Minimum Radius 438mm (2nd Radius Set-track)
Die-cast metal chassis.
RP25-110 profile OO wheels
Separately applied etched metal/plastic detail parts, including grab handles, steps, wipers, etc.
Scale width wire handrails
Full underframe tank detail with brackets and pipework
Fully sprung buffers, factory-fitted pipework and screw couplings (for display)
Dummy knuckle couplers fitted where relevant
Kinetic NEM coupler mounts at correct height and mini-tension-lock couplers
&amp;ldquo;Easi-mag&amp;rdquo; lift off roof panel to access the decoder and DC light switches
PowerPack capacitor for uninterrupted power
Customised Dual-Speaker Technology with large &amp;lsquo;Accurathrash&amp;rsquo; Style Bass Speaker and smaller &#039;iphone&#039; style cube for higher frequencies (on DCC Sound-fitted models only)
Hall sensor for flange squeal effect (on DCC Sound-fitted models only)
DCC ready with PowerPack capacitor for uninterrupted power
DCC ready [21-Pin MTX Socket] or factory-fitted with Original ESU LokSound 5 Decoder options
Five-Pole motor with two flywheels
Gearing arranged so locomotive can achieve minimum scale top speed of 75 mph (120kph)
All wheel drive and all wheel pickup
Directional lighting, DC and DCC
Switchable Red and white marker lights with day/night options
Separately switched cab lighting, auto/off on movement

- OO Scale</p></description>
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              <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 03:36:45 +0100</pubDate>
              <title>Accurascale Class 66 66421 &#039;Gresty Bridge TMD&#039; DRS - DCC Sound</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/oo-model-railways-c6/locos-oo-c8/diesel-electric-locos-oo-c31/class-66-66421-gresty-bridge-tmd-drs-dcc-sound-p29741"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/class-66-66421-gresty-bridge-tmd-drs-dcc-sound-p29741-22611_thumb.jpg" alt="Accurascale Class 66 66421 &#039;Gresty Bridge TMD&#039; DRS - DCC Sound"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/oo-model-railways-c6/locos-oo-c8/diesel-electric-locos-oo-c31/class-66-66421-gresty-bridge-tmd-drs-dcc-sound-p29741">Accurascale Class 66 66421 &#039;Gresty Bridge TMD&#039; DRS - DCC Sound</a></p>
<p>Class 66 66421 &#039;Gresty Bridge TMD&#039; DRS - DCC Sound
One engine that hasn&amp;rsquo;t changed operators was DRS owned 66421. This particular locomotive was delivered on the 9th September 2007. Originally carrying the DRS compass livery, the locomotive was soon put to work on a variety of the companies trains.66421 was refreshed with the new simplified DRS livery during 2015 and ran unnamed until 2018 when it featured at the DRS Crewe Gresty Bridge TMD open day where it was named after the depot.
Features:

Highly detailed OO scale model, 1:76.2 scale
Minimum Radius 438mm (2nd Radius Set-track)
Die-cast metal chassis.
RP25-110 profile OO wheels
Separately applied etched metal/plastic detail parts, including grab handles, steps, wipers, etc.
Scale width wire handrails
Full underframe tank detail with brackets and pipework
Fully sprung buffers, factory-fitted pipework and screw couplings (for display)
Dummy knuckle couplers fitted where relevant
Kinetic NEM coupler mounts at correct height and mini-tension-lock couplers
&amp;ldquo;Easi-mag&amp;rdquo; lift off roof panel to access the decoder and DC light switches
PowerPack capacitor for uninterrupted power
Customised Dual-Speaker Technology with large &amp;lsquo;Accurathrash&amp;rsquo; Style Bass Speaker and smaller &#039;iphone&#039; style cube for higher frequencies (on DCC Sound-fitted models only)
Hall sensor for flange squeal effect (on DCC Sound-fitted models only)
DCC ready with PowerPack capacitor for uninterrupted power
DCC ready [21-Pin MTX Socket] or factory-fitted with Original ESU LokSound 5 Decoder options
Five-Pole motor with two flywheels
Gearing arranged so locomotive can achieve minimum scale top speed of 75 mph (120kph)
All wheel drive and all wheel pickup
Directional lighting, DC and DCC
Switchable Red and white marker lights with day/night options
Separately switched cab lighting, auto/off on movement

- OO Scale</p></description>
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              <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 03:36:45 +0100</pubDate>
              <title>Accurascale Class 66 66789 &#039;British Rail 1948 - 1997&#039; GBRF BR - DCC Sound</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/oo-model-railways-c6/locos-oo-c8/diesel-electric-locos-oo-c31/class-66-66789-british-rail-1948-1997-gbrf-br-dcc-sound-p29744"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/class-66-66789-british-rail-1948-1997-gbrf-br-dcc-sound-p29744-22607_thumb.jpg" alt="Accurascale Class 66 66789 &#039;British Rail 1948 - 1997&#039; GBRF BR - DCC Sound"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/oo-model-railways-c6/locos-oo-c8/diesel-electric-locos-oo-c31/class-66-66789-british-rail-1948-1997-gbrf-br-dcc-sound-p29744">Accurascale Class 66 66789 &#039;British Rail 1948 - 1997&#039; GBRF BR - DCC Sound</a></p>
<p>Class 66 66789 &#039;British Rail 1948 - 1997&#039; GBRF BR Large Logo - DCC Sound
Arriving in the uk aboard MV Fairload on the 23rd June 2000, this locomotive was originally numbered 66250 and was the last EWS class 66 as part of their &amp;ldquo;red revolution&amp;rdquo; which had started with 66001 just a few years earlier. As part of a restructuring, EWS offered several locomotives for sale and 66250 was quired by GBRF in 2017 and was allocated the new number 66789. Unveiled on the 27th Feb 2018, 66789 sports a homage to the British Rail large logo blue livery to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the formation of British Railways back in 1948.
Features:

Highly detailed OO scale model, 1:76.2 scale
Minimum Radius 438mm (2nd Radius Set-track)
Die-cast metal chassis.
RP25-110 profile OO wheels
Separately applied etched metal/plastic detail parts, including grab handles, steps, wipers, etc.
Scale width wire handrails
Full underframe tank detail with brackets and pipework
Fully sprung buffers, factory-fitted pipework and screw couplings (for display)
Dummy knuckle couplers fitted where relevant
Kinetic NEM coupler mounts at correct height and mini-tension-lock couplers
&amp;ldquo;Easi-mag&amp;rdquo; lift off roof panel to access the decoder and DC light switches
PowerPack capacitor for uninterrupted power
Customised Dual-Speaker Technology with large &amp;lsquo;Accurathrash&amp;rsquo; Style Bass Speaker and smaller &#039;iphone&#039; style cube for higher frequencies (on DCC Sound-fitted models only)
Hall sensor for flange squeal effect (on DCC Sound-fitted models only)
DCC ready with PowerPack capacitor for uninterrupted power
DCC ready [21-Pin MTX Socket] or factory-fitted with Original ESU LokSound 5 Decoder options
Five-Pole motor with two flywheels
Gearing arranged so locomotive can achieve minimum scale top speed of 75 mph (120kph)
All wheel drive and all wheel pickup
Directional lighting, DC and DCC
Switchable Red and white marker lights with day/night options
Separately switched cab lighting, auto/off on movement

- OO Scale</p></description>
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              <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 03:36:44 +0100</pubDate>
              <title>Accurascale Class 66 66142 &#039;Maritime Intermodal Three&#039; DB - DCC Sound</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/oo-model-railways-c6/locos-oo-c8/diesel-electric-locos-oo-c31/class-66-66142-maritime-intermodal-three-db-dcc-sound-p29734"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/class-66-66142-maritime-intermodal-three-db-dcc-sound-p29734-22595_thumb.jpg" alt="Accurascale Class 66 66142 &#039;Maritime Intermodal Three&#039; DB - DCC Sound"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/oo-model-railways-c6/locos-oo-c8/diesel-electric-locos-oo-c31/class-66-66142-maritime-intermodal-three-db-dcc-sound-p29734">Accurascale Class 66 66142 &#039;Maritime Intermodal Three&#039; DB - DCC Sound</a></p>
<p>Class 66 66142 &#039;Maritime Intermodal Three&#039; DB Maritime Blue - DCC Sound
Once an anonymous EWS maroon and gold class 66, 66142 led the life of a typical EWS 66 from its delivery during August 1999 right through the acquisition by DB up until its turn in the paintshop came in 2019 at the ripe age of 20 years old! Rather than the bright red of DB, 66142 gained the vibrant blue colour of Maritime Intermodal and was named &amp;ldquo;Maritime Intermodal Three&amp;rdquo;. Following Accurascale handing out free &#039;a&#039; stickers at Warley in 2022, a number of these have found their way in to a wide variety of places, including on real rolling stock. 66142 is one such locomotive and proudly wears its &#039;a&#039; sticker under one set of numbers
Features:

Highly detailed OO scale model, 1:76.2 scale
Minimum Radius 438mm (2nd Radius Set-track)
Die-cast metal chassis.
RP25-110 profile OO wheels
Separately applied etched metal/plastic detail parts, including grab handles, steps, wipers, etc.
Scale width wire handrails
Full underframe tank detail with brackets and pipework
Fully sprung buffers, factory-fitted pipework and screw couplings (for display)
Dummy knuckle couplers fitted where relevant
Kinetic NEM coupler mounts at correct height and mini-tension-lock couplers
&amp;ldquo;Easi-mag&amp;rdquo; lift off roof panel to access the decoder and DC light switches
PowerPack capacitor for uninterrupted power
Customised Dual-Speaker Technology with large &amp;lsquo;Accurathrash&amp;rsquo; Style Bass Speaker and smaller &#039;iphone&#039; style cube for higher frequencies (on DCC Sound-fitted models only)
Hall sensor for flange squeal effect (on DCC Sound-fitted models only)
DCC ready with PowerPack capacitor for uninterrupted power
DCC ready [21-Pin MTX Socket] or factory-fitted with Original ESU LokSound 5 Decoder options
Five-Pole motor with two flywheels
Gearing arranged so locomotive can achieve minimum scale top speed of 75 mph (120kph)
All wheel drive and all wheel pickup
Directional lighting, DC and DCC
Switchable Red and white marker lights with day/night options
Separately switched cab lighting, auto/off on movement

- OO Scale</p></description>
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              <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 03:36:45 +0100</pubDate>
              <title>Accurascale Class 66 66414 Freightliner Powerhaul - DCC Sound</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/oo-model-railways-c6/locos-oo-c8/diesel-electric-locos-oo-c31/class-66-66414-freightliner-powerhaul-dcc-sound-p29739"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/class-66-66414-freightliner-powerhaul-dcc-sound-p29739-22599_thumb.jpg" alt="Accurascale Class 66 66414 Freightliner Powerhaul - DCC Sound"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/oo-model-railways-c6/locos-oo-c8/diesel-electric-locos-oo-c31/class-66-66414-freightliner-powerhaul-dcc-sound-p29739">Accurascale Class 66 66414 Freightliner Powerhaul - DCC Sound</a></p>
<p>Class 66 66414 Freightliner Powerhaul - DCC Sound
66414 was originally leased to DRS and this is how it arrived fresh from the factory aboard MV fairlift on the 16th October 2006. When that lease expired, DRS did not renew leaving the locomotive available for transfer to Freightliner. Perhaps better known for its spell as &amp;ldquo;James the Engine&amp;rdquo; in Stobart livery, it gained the new &amp;ldquo;powerhaul&amp;rdquo; version of freightliner livery in 2015 and this is how it remains to this day.
Features:

Highly detailed OO scale model, 1:76.2 scale
Minimum Radius 438mm (2nd Radius Set-track)
Die-cast metal chassis.
RP25-110 profile OO wheels
Separately applied etched metal/plastic detail parts, including grab handles, steps, wipers, etc.
Scale width wire handrails
Full underframe tank detail with brackets and pipework
Fully sprung buffers, factory-fitted pipework and screw couplings (for display)
Dummy knuckle couplers fitted where relevant
Kinetic NEM coupler mounts at correct height and mini-tension-lock couplers
&amp;ldquo;Easi-mag&amp;rdquo; lift off roof panel to access the decoder and DC light switches
PowerPack capacitor for uninterrupted power
Customised Dual-Speaker Technology with large &amp;lsquo;Accurathrash&amp;rsquo; Style Bass Speaker and smaller &#039;iphone&#039; style cube for higher frequencies (on DCC Sound-fitted models only)
Hall sensor for flange squeal effect (on DCC Sound-fitted models only)
DCC ready with PowerPack capacitor for uninterrupted power
DCC ready [21-Pin MTX Socket] or factory-fitted with Original ESU LokSound 5 Decoder options
Five-Pole motor with two flywheels
Gearing arranged so locomotive can achieve minimum scale top speed of 75 mph (120kph)
All wheel drive and all wheel pickup
Directional lighting, DC and DCC
Switchable Red and white marker lights with day/night options
Separately switched cab lighting, auto/off on movement

- OO Scale</p></description>
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              <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 03:35:04 +0100</pubDate>
              <title>Bachmann Class 09 09106 DB Red (Unbranded) DCC Deluxe S/F</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/oo-model-railways-c6/locos-oo-c8/diesel-electric-locos-oo-c31/class-09-09106-db-red-unbranded-dcc-deluxe-s-f-p29289"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/class-09-09106-db-red-unbranded-dcc-deluxe-s-f-p29289-21968_thumb.jpg" alt="Bachmann Class 09 09106 DB Red (Unbranded) DCC Deluxe S/F"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/oo-model-railways-c6/locos-oo-c8/diesel-electric-locos-oo-c31/class-09-09106-db-red-unbranded-dcc-deluxe-s-f-p29289">Bachmann Class 09 09106 DB Red (Unbranded) DCC Deluxe S/F</a></p>
<p>Class 09 09106 DB Red (Unbranded) 09106 DCC Deluxe Sound Fitted
Details Variations Specific To This Model:

Pristine DB Red (Unbranded) livery
Running No. 09106
Box Profile Main Frames
Concealed Bodyside Door Hinges
Radiator Ladders Removed
Steel Cab Door
OLEO Buffers
Dual Brakes
2 Front Marker Lights (with rounded bottom housings)
2 Front Lamp Irons (middle pair removed)
2 Rear Marker Lights (with rounded bottom housings)
2 Rear Lamp Irons (middle pair removed)
Standard Cab Panel (without Stiffening Ribs)
Whistle
Cab Roof Radio Pod
Equipment Boxes (RHS) with Raised Doors and Recessed Latches
External Fuel Pump
Air Compressor Cabinet (LHS)
Buckeye Coupler Fitted

Features:

Equipped with a Plux22 DCC Decoder Socket – recommended Decoder item No. 36-570B
Length 122mm
Five pole motor with flywheel providing drive to the rear axle
Sprung centre axle to aid running over uneven track
Electrical pickup from all wheels
Separate metal bearings fitted to each axle
Diecast metal chassis block incorporating the gearbox, with gearing arranged for prototypical running speeds and haulage capabilities
5mm (OO gauge) wheels to NEM310 &amp;amp; NEM311 standards with authentic profile and detailing
Detachable coupling pockets to NEM362 standards fitted at both ends
Auto-Release Couplings fitted at both ends – DCC operated, hands-free uncoupling with the press of a function button (SOUND FITTED DELUXE models only)
Designed to operate on curves of second radius (438mm) or greater
Fully operational front and rear lights with two, four or six lights dependent on the prototype being modelled
Eight microswitches (easily accessed via the removable, clip-on roof panel) allowing user-configuration of the front and rear lights when operated on DCC or Analogue control
Shunting lights (one red and one white light at each end) operated via a dedicated function on DCC, or using an easy access microswitch on Analogue control
Cab light operated via a dedicated function on DCC, or using an easy access microswitch on Analogue control
Front and rear lights can be turned on/off independently via two dedicated functions on DCC, or using two easy access microswitches on Analogue control
Authentic light colours and temperatures selected for each model based on era and application
A quality speaker employed for optimum sound reproduction, fitted to every model as standard
Zimo MS450P22 DCC Sound Decoder fitted to SOUND FITTED and SOUND FITTED DELUXE versions
Sound files produced specifically for the Bachmann Branchline Class 08 using recordings from real locomotives

The Class 08 Diesel Shunter was BR&amp;rsquo;s most numerous diesel locomotive type (totalling more than 1,000 examples alongside its Class 09 and Class 10 counterparts) and models of this icon have long been a staple of the Bachmann Branchline range. However, this brand-new 08 owes nothing to its predecessors and finally brings the story of the humble diesel shunter right up to date with this most accurate of OO scale renditions.
Constructed from high fidelity mouldings, the new Branchline model employs a wealth of separately fitted details, including various metal components, and offers countless combinations of details and variations to allow individual locomotives to be modelled accurately at a chosen time in history. This external beauty is brought to life by the exquisite livery application which uses true-to-prototype colours, fonts and logos – extending beyond the exterior to the cab interior which itself is highly detailed and decorated accordingly.
Meanwhile, &amp;lsquo;under the bonnet&amp;rsquo; the model boasts a high specification that utilises the latest advancements in model railway technology. For the first time a full suite of lighting, including up to 13 separate lights, is fitted and can be enjoyed by both analogue and DCC users – whilst the new shunter is the first model to employ Bachmann&amp;rsquo;s Bach-Up stay alive system, providing DCC users with a reserve power supply for uninterrupted running even on dirty or uneven track.
- Era 7
- OO Scale</p></description>
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              <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 03:55:33 +0100</pubDate>
              <title>Graham Farish Class 08 08785 Freightliner G&amp;W S/F</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/n-model-railways-c15/locos-n-c16/class-08-08785-freightliner-g-w-s-f-p24330"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/class-08-08785-freightliner-g-w-s-f-p24330-9951_thumb.jpg" alt="Graham Farish Class 08 08785 Freightliner G&amp;W S/F"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/n-model-railways-c15/locos-n-c16/class-08-08785-freightliner-g-w-s-f-p24330">Graham Farish Class 08 08785 Freightliner G&amp;W S/F</a></p>
<p>Class 08 08785 Freightliner G&amp;amp;W S/F
Features:

Era 9
Pristine Freightliner G&amp;amp;W livery
Running No. 08785
Accessory Pack
NEM Coupling Pockets
Powerful Coreless Motor
Speaker Fitted
DCC SOUND FITTED - Fitted with a Zimo MX659N18 Sound Decoder&amp;nbsp;

- N Scale</p></description>
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              <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 03:55:33 +0100</pubDate>
              <title>Graham Farish Class 08 08833 &#039;Liverpool Street Pilot&#039; BR/GER Lined Blue S/F</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/n-model-railways-c15/locos-n-c16/class-08-08833-liverpool-street-pilot-br-ger-lined-blue-s-f-p24332"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/class-08-08833-liverpool-street-pilot-br-ger-lined-blue-s-f-p24332-9935_thumb.jpg" alt="Graham Farish Class 08 08833 &#039;Liverpool Street Pilot&#039; BR/GER Lined Blue S/F"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/n-model-railways-c15/locos-n-c16/class-08-08833-liverpool-street-pilot-br-ger-lined-blue-s-f-p24332">Graham Farish Class 08 08833 &#039;Liverpool Street Pilot&#039; BR/GER Lined Blue S/F</a></p>
<p>Class 08 08833 &#039;Liverpool Street Pilot&#039; BR/GER Lined Blue S/F
Features:

Era 8
Pristine GER/BR Lined Blue (Early Emblem) livery
Running No. 08833
Named &amp;lsquo;Liverpool Street Pilot&amp;rsquo;
Accessory Pack
NEM Coupling Pockets
Powerful Coreless Motor
Speaker Fitted
DCC SOUND FITTED - Fitted with a Zimo MX659N18 Sound Decoder

- N Scale</p></description>
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              <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 03:56:25 +0100</pubDate>
              <title>Graham Farish Class 08 08950 &#039;Neville Hill 1st&#039; BR InterCity Sound Fitted</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/n-model-railways-c15/locos-n-c16/diesel-electric-locos-n-c18/class-08-08950-neville-hill-1st-br-intercity-sound-fitted-p23413"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/class-08-08950-neville-hill-1st-br-intercity-sound-fitted-p23413-8095_thumb.jpg" alt="Graham Farish Class 08 08950 &#039;Neville Hill 1st&#039; BR InterCity Sound Fitted"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/n-model-railways-c15/locos-n-c16/diesel-electric-locos-n-c18/class-08-08950-neville-hill-1st-br-intercity-sound-fitted-p23413">Graham Farish Class 08 08950 &#039;Neville Hill 1st&#039; BR InterCity Sound Fitted</a></p>
<p>Class 08 08950 &#039;Neville Hill 1st&#039; BR InterCity (Swallow)
Includes
- Pristine BR Executive Intercity Livery
- Running No. 08950
- Accessory Pack
- NEM Coupling Pockets
- Powerful Coreless Motor
- Speaker Fitted
- DCC SOUND FITTED - Fitted with a Zimo MX659N18 Sound Decoder
- N Scale
Locomotive information and history:
The first diesel shunters were pioneered by the LMS which began trialling designs during the 1930s. It soon became apparent that this form of traction offered many advantages over the steam locomotive – the former being &amp;lsquo;ready to use&amp;rsquo; as and when required, whereas steam locos had to be kept at the ready even when not required immediately – with the obvious staffing and fuel costs associated with doing so. By the time of Nationalisation in 1948, the LMS had built various shunters and the 12033 series was adopted by BR as the basis for a new standard design of diesel-electric shunting locomotive. As a stop gap whilst the Class 08 was being developed, BR constructed further 12033 series locomotives and these would later be designated as Class 11s.
Production of the 08s began in 1952 with the first example, No. 13000, entering traffic in 1953. Construction continued until 1962 and during the ten year period, 996 locomotives were built making the Class 08 the most numerous of all British locomotive classes. In addition, construction of the near-identical Class 09s (26 examples) and Class 10s (171) took the total well above a thousand – the former differed in having higher gearing whilst the latter had different engines and transmission.
Built &amp;lsquo;in-house&amp;rsquo; at BR&amp;rsquo;s Crewe, Darlington, Derby, Doncaster and Horwich Works, the 08s were allocated across the BR regions, with many being based at major stations and terminals where stock was marshalled and positioned ready for service, where trains were divided or merged, and of course at many freight facilities. Although they had a top speed of just 15 mph, what the 08s lacked in speed they more than made up for with tractive effort which was more than double that of the 03s and 04s.
Although the first example was withdrawn in 1967, just four had gone prior to the introduction of TOPS and despite an ever-decreasing need for shunting locomotives, around a quarter of the Class remained in traffic at the start of the 21st century. Upon Privatisation of British Rail in 1994, EWS inherited many of the survivors, with others going to passenger operators for use as depot shunters. More than a decade later EWS was still operating over 40 of the shunters, with many more in store. Even today, Class 08s can still be found earning their keep at numerous depots, freight facilities and railway workshops. Meanwhile, ever since the first withdrawals Class 08s have been popular machines with heritage railways and today, more than 70 have found a new lease of life in preservation – often carrying out similar tasks to those for which they were designed some seven decades ago.</p></description>
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