This is an excellent example of the Wrenn W2239 "Eddystone" 4-6-2 Rebuilt West Country Class Locomotive in BR Green, running number 34028. As with all Period 4 Wrenn Locomotives it has "metal rimmed" bogie/tender wheels for smooth running and minimal wear. The nameplates are centralised Period 4 issue,( as opposed to spaced out lettering) and the tender has the late BR totem.
Wrenn, Basildon production records I believe indicate over 1000 were produced from Late period 3 (circa 1979/80) however as a collector of many years I believe the figure to be far less based on my experience.. Also I do not believe a breakdown of the nameplate variants exist, and this example is not “play worn” like many of its counterparts from this P4 era. Has seen minimal layout use if any in my opinion - hence my condition rating.
The Locomotive/tender comes in its original box, and includes packing rings, tissue, and blue Instruction Manual. The bottom of the inner box has a "Packer No 6" stamp in red ink indicating P4 Wrenn, Basildon issue. (Circa 1981/2).
Overall Condition of the Locomotive/Tender/box is "near mint to mint" for their age.
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