Rarely do we find an example Wrenn model W2222 worthy of being a collectors piece. This Castle Class locomotive in GW green, running number 8042 is one which span’s all four periods of production at Wrenn Basildon Essex.
Production in Basildon Essex commenced in 1971 (Period One) with other examples being made throughout the remaining periods. This very late P3 example produced in 1979-80, and is extremely uncommon to find in perfect condition for such a popular engine!
The locomotive is complete in every respect and includes original box, packaging, manual and usual holding rings and tissue!
The GWR 4073 Class or Castle class locomotives are a group of 171, 4-6-0 steam locomotives of the Great Western Railway. They were originally designed by the railway’s Chief Mechanical Engineer, Charles Collett, for working the company’s express passenger trains. The origins of this highly successful design date back to the Star Class of 1907 which introduced the basic 4-cylinder 4-6-0 layout with long-travel valves & Belpaire firebox.
Note: To preserve its value as a collectors model the engine is being offered as found. Service required if to be permanently run.
Mike Squires –
Devizes Castle arrived with me on time and in good order.
Devizes Castle arrived with me on time and in good order.
Just had to tweek the back to back gauge on the pony truck and tender wheel sets to get it to run over my code 100 points.
rory (verified owner) –
A lovely looking loco.
This was purchased as a Christmas present for a mate. I had a cheeky run off it and it ran as usual, like a dream. A lovely looking loco.