Dapol Class 33 decorated samples

Two obvious things that initially stick out are the shades of blue on the DRS model and the presentation of the lining across the grilles, both need some refinement. Once any adjustments to the decoration are complete, Dapol will have a clearer view of when we can expect these models in shops. In the meantime, we anticipate seeing them at the end of the year.

Priced at £156.60 DCC Ready and £189.00 DCC Fitted, the specification highlights include independently controllable directional lighting, Dapol’s low friction mechanism for efficient quiet running, all-wheel drive and pick up, etched grills and separately fitted handrails.

Proposed Liveries

• 2D-001-009 Class 33/0 D6509 BR Green NYP 
• 2D-001-010 Class 33/0 D6523  BR Green SYP  
• 2D-001-011 Class 33/0 33056 BR Blue FYE The Burma Star 
• 2D-020-001 Class 33/0 33025 DRS  
• 2D-001-024 Class 33/1 D6580 BR Green VSYP 
• 2D-001-025 Class 33/1 33107 BR Blue 
• 2D-001-026 Class 33/1 33103 Fragonset Swordfish 

The new Class 33 is available to pre-order now directly from Dapol’s website, or at one of its stockists.

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