Built by Brush Traction between 1957 and 1962, the Class 31 was designed as a replacement for steam traction in various regions. These six axle locomotives had a high tractive effort and could easily handle both freight and passenger services. 263 class 31s were produced and throughout their operational career they had many different sub-classes and operators. By 2017 the class was withdrawn from service and 36 locomotive were preserved.
Model
1:43 Scale model of a Class 31 Diesel Locomotive decorated in BR livery. This model features lots of expertly applied details as based on the prototype, a high level of body detail and excellent running characteristics.
Features
    1:43 Scale Model
    Analogue DC Model
    3-Link Couplings
    Hghly Detailed Finish
    Five separately switchable lighting functions in DCC mode
    Cab lights
    Tail lights and headcode panel lights
    Powered roof fan
    Sprung Buffers
    Sprung Screw Link Couplings
    Optional Reinforced Drivers’ Windscreen Frame
    Wire Handrails
    Heavy duty twin motor/flywheel drive
    Etched metal grilles
    Exquisite Bufferbeam Detail
    Superbly Detailed Bogies and Underframe Equipment
    Detailed Cab Interior
    DCC Friendly PCB
    Directional Lighting