Heljan reveals Class 153 livery artwork

Based on original research and extensive assistance from Porterbrook Leasing, the Heljan Class 153 is packed with features, including;

• Eight separately switchable lighting functions in DCC mode
• Saloon interior and cab lights
• Tail lights and headlights with day/night settings
• Illuminated destination blinds 
• Bodyside door locking indicator lights and illuminated door buttons
• Original/revised headlight units, according to period and livery

Other standard features will include rivets and panel lines typical of the British Leyland derived body design, fine underframe and bogie details plus factory-fitted speaker on all models, detachable BSI auto-couplers, optional magnetic coupling bars, detachable snowploughs and fully detailed interior with separately fitted seats, tables and partitions. Inside the cab will also feature detailing, plus optional NRN radio roof pods and variations to underfloor radiator grille mesh.

All models will be offered DCC Ready or with factory-fitted DCC and sound. 

Available liveries

• 53201 Regional Railways 153301 DCC READY
• 53203 Regional Railways 153301 DCC SOUND
• 53241 EMT Stagecoach 153311 DCC READY
• 53243 EMT Stagecoach 153311 DCC SOUND
• 53251 Northern ‘Swoosh’ 153351 DCC READY
• 53253 Northern ‘Swoosh’ 153351 DCC SOUND
• 53271 Transport for Wales Grey/Red 153906 DCC READY
• 53273 Transport for Wales Grey/Red 153906 DCC SOUND
• 53291 London Midland City 153356 DCC READY
• 53293 London Midland City 153356 DCC SOUND
• GM7240701 GWR Green 153380 DCC READY – GAUGEMASTER COLLECTION 
• GM7240721 GWR Green 153380 DCC SOUND – GAUGEMASTER COLLECTION 

Suggested Retail Price for DCC Ready models is £399.00 or £519.00 with factory-fitted DCC and authentic sound. Delivery is now expected in early 2025.

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