Second 3rd Rail EMU announced by Bachmann Branchline

Bachmann Europe PLC is to produce its second 3rd rail electric multiple unit in the form of a Class 416 2EPB. It will compliment the already eagerly awaited Class 411 (4CEP) which is now nearing release.

78 new 2EPB units (later classified Class 416) were built to a standard British Railways design at Eastleigh between 1953 and 1956 for use on the Southern Region. The class also incorporated rebuilds of earlier Southern Railway stock and 15 units built for use on the then electrified Tyneside services around Newcastle. There were differences between these and the model represents the BR standard built units.

Three versions will initially be available; BR plain green (31-376), BR blue (31-375) and BR blue & grey livery (31-377). These two car OO models will retail at 88.95 and will be released over the next 18 months.

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22 February 2009

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For further information please contact :

Dennis Lovett, Public Relations Manager,

Bachmann Europe PLC, Moat Way, Barwell, Leicestershire, LE9 8EY

Telephone:+44 (0) 1455 847097