Electronics:
- 21-pin DCC Sound decoder fitted compatible with HM7000 system
- Realistic sound profile based on recordings of Class 73 locomotives
Livery:
- BR InterCity Swallow
- Headcodes displaying ‘20’ at one end and red markers at the other
- Era 8
History:
Introduced by BR in 1963, what is now known as the Class 73 is an electro-diesel locomotive, also referred to as an ED.
As well as operating on the Southern Region’s 650-750v DC third-rail network, these locomotives have a 600hp diesel engine, allowing them to work over non-electrified routes and into sidings and yards where there isn’t a third rail power source.
From new, all 49 locomotives were fitted for push-pull working with Southern Region multiple units.
