Graham Farish 371-334SF

British Rail Class 150/1 150236 Arriva Trains Wales Blue

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Graham Farish's Description & Specifications

In 2019, Bachmann upgraded the Graham Farish Class 150 DMU tooling to include provision for sound fitting, marking the first time SOUND FITTED versions became available for this class. The upgrade featured an enhanced chassis design to accommodate sound equipment, with all models now factory-fitted with speakers - even non-sound versions to assist modellers wishing to fit their own decoders.

SOUND FITTED models offer synchronized sound effects on both analogue (DC) and DCC control systems, providing authentic audio straight from the box. This upgrade maintained the existing 6-pin DCC interface while adding the new sound capabilities, ensuring compatibility with the established Class 150 range while bringing the models up to modern sound-equipped standards.

The 2019 announcement included both upgraded existing liveries and new variants, continuing the model's availability in multiple operator schemes whilst offering modellers the choice between sound-fitted and traditional versions.

Class & Prototype

  • Running Number: 150236

The British Rail 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.

Operator & Livery