Murphy Models – Class 141 – CIE – Black & Tan – B147

These models showcase the locomotive throughout its lifespan, with nine different variations covering liveries across the ages – running with CIE, Irish Rail and Iarnród Éireann in an array of colour schemes.

This locomotive is a Class 141

History

In the late 1950’s it became apparent that a more reliable loco than the Class 001/A was required.  In 1961 fifteen Class 121 locos arrived in Dublin.  These were built and supplied by GM EMD Illinois, being single cab Bo-Bo format   They  entered service on mainline passenger routes.  They were gradually withdrawn over a number of years ending in 2008.

Model specific features

• Side Rails
• LED Lighting
• Horns, Air

Common Features:

• Highly detailed OO scale model
• Heavy Die-Cast metal chassis
• Separately applied steel detail parts, including grab handles, steps, wipers and more
• Correct height mini-tension-lock couplers with NEM socket
• Five-Pole motor with flywheels
• Fully detailed Lighting Pack
• Extra fine factory-fitted pipework
• Extra fine factory-fitted plastic and etched steel detail parts
• Minimum Radius 438mm (2nd Radius Set-track)