Description
CAVALEX MODELS RRCM-56124-LL CLASS 56 - 56124 - in BR Large Logo Blue Livery OO Gauge DCC READY
Rainbow Railways Exclusive – Numbered to 56124
Part of the Rainbow Railways bespoke locomotive range.
Product Code: RRCM-56124-LL
DCC Ready
This specially commissioned version of the highly anticipated Cavalex Class 56 has been professionally numbered to 56124 and finished in striking BR Large Logo Blue livery, capturing the rugged appearance and character of one of BR’s most recognisable heavy freight locomotives.
Model Features – BR Class 56124:
- BR Large Logo Blue livery
- Era 7/8 operation (1981–1988)
- Distinctive fabricated cab design
- Cutaway buffer beam detail
- Diamond mesh bodyside grilles, cantrail grilles and roof grille
- Steel cab and cab side window frames
- Additional air conditioning vent fitted to the secondman’s side
The Cavalex Class 56 has been engineered from the ground up using original BREL and Electroputere works drawings, delivering an exceptionally accurate and highly detailed model of the iconic “Grid” locomotive.
Key Model Features Include:
- Extensive separately fitted detail parts throughout
- Highly detailed multi-part bogie assemblies
- Fine photo-etched grilles across the body
- Heavyweight alloy chassis for excellent hauling performance
- All-wheel electrical pickup
- Smooth-running 5-pole motor with twin flywheels
- Optimised gearing for realistic slow-speed running
- 21-pin DCC interface with straightforward decoder installation
- Provision for DCC sound and stay-alive functionality
- Chassis-mounted speaker provision as standard
- EM and P4 wheelset compatibility available separately
- Independently operated roof fans on DCC, or automatic operation on DC
- Etched nameplates supplied where applicable
The Cavalex Class 56 has been developed to the same exacting standards as the acclaimed Cavalex wagon range, combining superb levels of detail, innovative engineering and strong performance. Designed to complement both existing and forthcoming freight stock, this model is an ideal addition to any modern image or BR-era layout.
