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Class 31 - 31248

Class 31 - 31248

SKU ACC2745-31248
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£141.66 - £224.99
£141.66
£141.66 - £224.99
£141.66
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DCC: DCC Ready

Class 31 / English Electric Type 2 - 31248 in BR Blue 

CLASS 31 Common Features

  • Highly-detailed OO gauge model, 1:76.2 scale on 16.5mm track
  • Minimum Radius 438mm (2nd Radius Set-track)
  • Heavy Die-cast metal chassis
  • One truck (bogie) styles with separate footsteps, brake cylinders, speed recorder and end brake rigging
  • RP25-110 profile OO gauge wheels
  • Brake blocks on bogies in line with wheels
  • Scale width wire handrails
  • Etched metal/plastic detail parts, incl. grab handles, steps, wipers, etc.
  • Etched metal roof grille
  • Etched metal pre-painted nameplates, plaques and arrows (if applicable)
  • Accurate high-fidelity miniature snowploughs, chassis fitted
  • Full underbody battery box/air tank detail with pipework
  • Extra cab front details for Network Rail locomotives
  • Fully sprung buffers, multiple pipework variations and screw couplings
  • Kinetic NEM coupler mounts at correct height with mini-tension-lock couplers

Deluxe Features

  • All models feature a fully working, scale speed roof fan, that will run on DC and DCC., On DCC control, the fan speed is fully programmed to simulate accurate motion
  • All models feature  PowerPack supercapacitor Stay-Alive system for uninterrupted power and flicker free lighting and uninterruptible sound (works on DCC)

DCC Features

  • DCC ready [21-Pin MTX Socket]
  • Factory-Installed DCC Sound available with ESU LokSound V5 fitted with large  speaker and sugarcube style speaker, with large sound capsules for best possible sound (DCC Sound models only)
  • Wheel flange squeal sensor on DCC sound fitted locomotives for automatic flange squeal on sound programme

High Performance traction features;

  • High quality 5-pole motor with two large flywheels
  • Helical Gear box for maximum performance and slow speed running
  • Gearing arranged so locomotive can achieve a scale top speed of 90 mph (145 km/h)
  • Outer axles on bogies are driven (sprung dummy centre axle) and all wheel pickup

Fully detailed Lighting Pack features:

  • Directional lighting, DC and DCC
  • Lighting clusters with appropriate day and night-time settings
  • Switchable Red and white marker lights (red can be switched individual lights or both on)
  • Separately switched cab lighting and illuminated, driver’s desk with auto/off on movement

Customer Reviews

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kenneth h.
Perfection in miniature

Absolute perfection what can be said competitors take note!!!!

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Jeffrey L.
Accurascale Class 31 - 31 248 - excellent

I received my 31 248 here in Australia last week, and duly ran it in on the rolling road, before putting it on a goods train. Mine is DCC sound fitted from new, and the sounds are very good. It sounds like a class 31 should, to me. This model follows on from several Accurascale class 92s and 37s I purchased, which I also find excellent models.

I did find one small item in the bottom of the box, below the foam packing, which turned out to be one of the fuel fillers. This was easily relocated and glued in place.

Running qualities straight out of the box were excellent, with a good smooth low speed crawl and a top speed that maybe a little faster than I need (easy enough to adjust with CVs or LokProgrammer/JMRI software). Haulage capacity is also good, and it will take more than I ever need to hang behind the couplings. Out of personal preference, I reduced the volume a little.

I fitted all of the pipe details at one end (removing the coupling and pocket), plus driver figures in the #1 cab. The appearance of the locomotive is spot-on, with a nice depth to the colours of the paint finish, while the paint is applied so that it doesn't obscure any detail - all panel lines and mouldings have crisp, sharp edges. I do like the way Accurascale cater for the minor detail differences that apply to each individual locomotive identity they offer.

Overall, I am very happy with my purchase, with a BR green version to follow, which will be on the way soon, and I have just ordered a third class 31, a Network Rail yellow one from the Accurascale exclusive pair.

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simon

Their best model yet. Great detail, a smooth runner with fantastic sound.

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Peter W.
My second Accurascale loco

I think Accurascale model locomotives are put together very well, I gave it 4 stars because I haven’t used it for more than 10 minuses, so far however no problems with it. I purchased a sound decoder and extra speaker and it sounds great, working cooling fan and stay live as standard will hopefully make every one else raise their game.

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Cameron W.
Stunning 31

The Accurascale 31 is a fantastic model that really captures the feel of these locos, highly recommended!

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Colin D.
Simply the best Brush type 2 model

This has to be the best model of a class 31 on the market.
The detail is fantastic and the running is simply superb from a very slow crawl to a scaled down 90mph running speed.
And the sounds are something else all it needs is a smoke generator to add to the effect.

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Thomas G.
Class 31 248

Accurascale have won the 31 contest. I have tested this loco uphill downhill and sideways and cant fault it. If anyone is considering buying a class 31 from the current offerings buy this one its head and shoulders above the rest. Totally recommended.

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Barney N.
Another outstanding model

Fantastic detail, smooth running, great sound. Lots of bits to add on. Brilliant value.

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Richard

Each new model is slightly better than the one before. No wonder some our selling their old models and buying Accurascale!

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Barry R.
Another Cracker

This is another superb model from Accurascale. No wonder they received all the modelling awards. The engine sounds are spot on as are all the other locos I have from Accurascale

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