This is an excellent example of the Wrenn No 2224 BR 8F Freight Locomotive in black, running number 48073. This was one of the first series of Locomotives Wrenn Basildon factory produced in Period 1 (Circa 1966- 1969) and has the plastic wheel front and tender bogies. This was in keeping with the Hornby Dublo design. Uses the high performance Ring field motor and has the late BR tender crest correct for this issue.
Comes complete in Period 1 box, rare orange coloured inner box, tissue, packing rings, Hornby Dublo coupling conversion kit and Period 1 Instruction Manual.
Note: 2 are available one with the older style numbering, the other refurbished to Period 4 (1991/1992) standard numbering.as shown in the picture.
Condition of Locomotive/Tender/Box is "near mint" considering their age.
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