7S-005-012D Sentinel Y1/Y3 BR Early Crest Departmental No 7 Steam Locomotive - DCC Fitted option-set-086 this diminutive model still packs

this diminutive model still packs a punch with its diecast boiler and running plate

To defend the border-line an armoured unit was established

contact shoes are fitted to the bogies for third-rail current collection

every coach is a faithful replica of the prototype

7S-005-012D Sentinel Y1/Y3 BR Early Crest Departmental No 7 Steam Locomotive - DCC Fitted option-set-086 this diminutive model still packsThe Y1 Y3 sentinel was based on the road going lorry, utilising a similar centrally mounted steam tube boiler and chain drive system to the wheels. Whilst not having the greatest turn of speed (approximately 36mph top speed) these small locos proved capable of pulling a constant draw weight and were considered ideal for shunting in yards and providing motive power along smaller branch lines. These quirky little locos were used by all of the big four