Class 33 - BR Blue - 33027 - OO Scale
Out of stock
Detailed Description
Detailed Description
The beauty of the Class 33 lies in its functional, uncluttered design. We have meticulously recreated the distinct body profile, featuring fine-scale roof fan grilles, authentic bogie detail, and the specific cab-end variations that define the 33/0, 33/1, and 33/2 (Slimline) variants. With a smooth-running motor and heavy-duty chassis, the Heljan Class 33 is engineered for the same dependable service as the real thing.
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One of our most popular ‘OO’ gauge models is returning in late-2025 after several years out of the range. The classic BRCW Type 3 – better known as Class 33/0 – is back with six liveries ranging from original BR Green to 1980s BR Blue and contemporary West Coast Railways red. Also included in the batch is unique BR Blue/Yellow 33012 in late-1990s condition and 33026 in early-1990s BR ‘General’ Grey.
Standard features include:
- 21-pin MTC DCC Decoder Interface
- Sprung Buffers
- Authentic LED Lighting
- Illuminated Headcode Panels
- Wire Handrails
- Smooth and powerful performance
- Heavy die-cast chassis
- All-wheel pick-up and drive
- NEM Couplings
- Fine body, bogie and underframe tank detail
- Exquisite livery application based on extensive research of the prototype locomotives
- Fine Etched Grilles
- Detailed Cab Interiors
- 21-pin MTC DCC Decoder Interface
Specification
Specification
Power, DCC and Lighting
Power, DCC and Lighting
This OO Scale locomotive model receives outstanding praise for its "superb" running qualities and "excellent" detail. Customers highlight the striking livery with well-applied decoration and crest. The model is described as robust with good weight. "Fantastic value" at under £100. Minor concern: no cab light included, though easily fixed.
I already have a number of Heljan class 33’s as they look the part & the running qualities superb.
This latest addition to my fleet did not disappoint either.
I added some etched name plates to this loco & it is now in the queue for some ‘light weathering’ to finish her off.
Great model & a fantastic price.
Great Class 33 in a striking livery. Looks good and runs very well also. Highly recommended if it is still in stock.
First class item with an excellent livery very well applied & all for less than £100…..
Fantastic value.
Once again another very smooth running and well presented model of a Class 33, no 33027, at home on its new Southern layout, not achievable without Heljan products!
Very happy with this one, great detail, excellent paint finish, highlighted by the crest on the sides.
Great value model
Superb locomotive and a superb price.
Good solid loco from Heljan. Well docorated. Thanks
Saw Earl Mountbatten of Burma sometime ago and whilst iloved the look and livery , the price was a little intense. However, very happy to pick it up now at a steal of a price. Good weight. Nicely detailed and looks robust. Havent had the time to chip and run it up but frankly all my other Heljan's have been great runners , so confident this will be likewise. 0nly slight disapointment is no cab light but this can be fixed quite simply im led to believe overal a very happy customer😁