Bachmann 32-945DBSF

Bachmann's Description & Specifications

The Class 150 Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) is an enduring design, first introduced in 1984 much of the fleet remains in service today with operators including Transport for Wales (TfW). The striking white, red and grey livery of TfW adorns the Branchline Class 150 DMU for the first time and we’ve selected 150/2 No. 150213 as the subject for this sublime OO Scale model. The 150/2 sub-class is characterised by the gangway doors fitted to the cab ends, allowing two or more units to work in multiple whilst allowing access from one unit to another.

Constructed from a highly detailed bodyshell which is adorned with separate components like the cab front handrails, gangway connectors and exhaust, the Branchline model replicates the Class 150/2 faithfully. The underframe boasts a suite of parts to depict the engine, drive train, electrical gear and auxiliary equipment, while inside the model, passenger seating is included along with cab detail. The livery application, using authentic colours and accurate typefaces and logos just enhances the model’s good looks, while the powerful and smooth drive mechanism and pre-fitted DCC decoders in this SOUND FITTED model makes the Class 150 DMU the perfect addition to any modern OO scale collection.

This model is a sales area exclusive and is only available from stockists in South Wales and the South West.

MODEL FEATURES:

• Bachmann Branchline OO Scale
• Era 9
• Pristine Transport for Wales livery
• Running No. 150213
• Comprises Car Nos. 52213 and 57213
• Destination Blinds for Cardiff Central
• Accessory Pack
• NEM Coupling Pockets
• Powerful 5 Pole Motor with Flywheel
• Interior Detailing and Lighting
• Directional Lighting
• Speaker Fitted
• SOUND FITTED – Fitted with an ESU Loksound V5DCC Sound Decoder
• Length 540mm

Class & Prototype

The BR Class 150 Sprinter pioneered the second-generation DMU revolution that transformed British regional railways from 1984. Built by BREL York, 137 units introduced Mark 3 coach technology, Cummins diesel engines, and modern passenger amenities to replace aging heritage DMUs. Featuring unique 1/3 and 2/3 door positioning and 75mph capability, they served extensively across Great Britain on suburban and branch line services. Still operated by Great Western Railway, Northern, West Midlands Trains, and Transport for Wales after four decades, with unit 150231 achieving preservation status at Mid Hants Railway in 2025. Available as detailed models from Bachmann (OO) and Graham Farish (N gauge) in multiple liveries spanning their extensive operational history.

No prototype found.

Operator & Livery

Transport for Wales is a Welsh Government-owned not-for-profit company established in 2015 to transform transport across Wales. Through its subsidiary Transport for Wales Rail Limited, which took over the Wales & Borders franchise in February 2021, it operates passenger services across Wales and border regions with 248 stations including all 223 Welsh stations. The company is revolutionising Welsh railways through the £5 billion South Wales Metro project, introducing 148 new trains including innovative Stadler tram-trains, and developing integrated transport networks. Operating modern CAF Class 197s, Stadler FLIRT units, and pioneering Class 398 battery-electric tram-trains, Transport for Wales represents the cutting edge of sustainable public transport delivery whilst serving over 30 million passenger journeys annually across the Welsh rail network.

The Transport for Wales livery features a clean, modern design consisting primarily of white bodywork with distinctive red doors and window surrounds. The scheme is described as "red and white" with trains appearing "white with red doors", creating a striking contrast that represents Welsh national colours. Transport for Wales describes it as their "distinctive red and grey livery", though the base colour appears predominantly white in practice.

The livery includes several distinctive elements: a "Pendolino inspired black band around the windows" that adds visual definition, and yellow warning panels on driving car fronts for safety compliance. On Class 67 locomotives, "the grey is darker than on the 175s but the red is the same", showing slight variations across different vehicle types. The newer CAF Class 197 trains feature what enthusiasts call "Cloud Cover Grey" rather than pure white, giving a more sophisticated appearance.

The livery was designed to be practical and cost-effective whilst maintaining Welsh identity through the prominent use of red - one of Wales' national colours. Application involves vinyl wrapping for the main colour scheme, though warning yellow sections are painted. This modern, minimalist approach ensures high visibility of the Transport for Wales branding whilst providing a clean, professional appearance across the diverse fleet.