AS a notable part of the B.R. modernisation plan, de-luxe Pullman diesel-electric multiple-unit train sets of entirely new type have been introduced on the London Midland and Western Regions. ... They are finished externally in striking Nanking blue and white, and are beautifully equipped internally to a standard equalling, if not surpassing, anything of their type in the world. They feature a complete air-conditioning system, adjustable reclining seats in first class cars and an advanced standard of seating throughout in centre-corridor saloons with tables. Double-glazed windows have venetian blinds between, and there is a remarkable absence of noise. Novel, wide gangways between the cars afford freedom from oscillation, and there is exceptionally complete kitchen and pantry accommodation, lighting, etc.

These partitions are a polished rich dark brown, and those at both ends of the Parlour Car and at the Kitchen end of the Kitchen Car incorporate brightly coloured inlaid murals of a most modern and striking design. Introduction of PULLMAN DIESEL EXPRESS SERVICES between WOLVERHAMPTON & BIRMINGHAM AND LONDON (PADDINGTON): ALSO BRISTOL and LONDON (PADDINGTON), THE BRITISH TRANSPORT COMMISSION, as part of the Modernisation Plan, has decided to introduce deluxe Pullman Diesel trains between important business centres.

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The Class 8 Diesel Shunter has magnetic couplings which seamlessly connect it to other toy trains and carriages. Most other major wooden railway brands are compatible with Bigjigs Rail. Made from high quality, responsibly sourced materials. Conforms to current European safety standards. The decorative schemes in all Second Class saloons are identical, whereas two different schemes have been used in the First Class accommodation. Details of the materials used in all schemes are as follows: Control switch. Engine start push button. Engine stop push button. Overload reset push button. Engine stop indicator light. Alarm indicator light. E.P. Brake indicator light. Auxiliary heat switch.

A Rolls-Royce auxiliary diesel engine, driving a Stone's alternator is mounted on the underframe of each of these cars. This equipment provides the power for the air-conditioning, heating, lighting and 24v. battery charging, etc., on the whole train. Two W.R. sets each of 8 cars, providing first and second class accommodation, and named the Birmingham Pullman and Bristol Pullman respectively operate twice each way. ... The advantages to the passenger are that the atmosphere inside thetrain is always draughtless, clean and comfortable; the upholstery, fittings and service appointments are always clean, andThe necessary power to operate this equipment, and also the fluorescent lighting fitted to all passenger saloons, is provided by one of the auxiliary generating sets mounted under the Second Class Parlour Cars. This power is passed down the train by means of heavy jumper cables between coaches. In normal weather conditions the auxiliary engines at each end of the train will be used separately on alternate journeys, but in extremely cold weather both sets can be used, the second set providing additional floor heat. The bogies are also of welded construction, the tubular frames of the leading and motor bogies being fabricated from special steel pressings.

The passenger saloons of all cars in the train are fitted with a fully comprehensive air-conditioning system. If cooling is called for the refrigeration equipment is made active, this also having the effect of condensing out excessive moisture in the air supply. If heating is required the electric heating elements are made active, supported by the electric elements fitted at floor level. Type – Kitchen Car, containing Passenger Saloon, pantry, kitchen, staff compartment, lavatory, luggage space, staff lavatory. Blue Pullman - a tribute in 00 to the 1960 film made by the British Transport Film Unit (youtube.com) – video General lighting in all saloons is provided by fluorescent tube fitted behind a fluted perspex screen about 2 ft. wide, running along the centre of the ceiling. Metal mouldings fitted to each side of this panel conceal the air delivery ducts through which the air from the air-conditioning unit is passed into the saloon.

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The power cars at each end contain a 1,000 h.p. 12-cyl. diesel engine coupled to a main electric generator designed to supply traction current at between 1,250 and 1,700 amperes, as well as auxiliary generators feeding the lighting, heating and air-conditioning, refrigeration and other comprehensive equipment. They also have some seating accommodation, guard's and luggage compartments. These conditions are achieved by a refrigerating and heating installation in each car which can be accurately controlled within a range to suit the detailed requirements of the particular service. The temperature conditions within the car are thermostatically controlled, the transition from operation of cooling to heating equipment or vice versa, being automatically effected. Three different temperature settings for heating and cooling are provided which the attendant can select by a manual control switch within the car. Meals and refreshments will be served throughout the trains, to the traditional high Pullman standards.

Type – Motor Car, containing Driver's Compartment, Engine Compartment, Generator Compartment, Guard's Compartment, Passenger Saloon. Overall carpets are fitted throughout, whilst the floor itself is carried on the underframe with rubber mountings. The floor of the passenger entry vestibules at the ends of the vehicles is covered in coir matting which is carried in zinc lined wells. On the Western Region, these new trains will run between Wolverhampton (Low Level), Birmingham (Snow Hill), Solihull and Learnington Spa (General) and London (Paddington), also between Bristol (Temple Means) and Bath Spa and Paddington. As far as practicable, their schedules have been designed to meet the travel requirements of the business executive. This system controls the temperature and humidity within established comfort limits regardless of outside conditions, supplies the correct amount of outside air, ensures that the distribution of air inside the coach is controlled and draughtfree, and eliminates dirt and dust both of external and internal origin. An unusual feature incorporated in the hinged doors at the end of the passenger saloons is the window in the upper half of the door. This is glazed with specially prepared glass which has alternate vertical strips of mirror and clear glass.The 6-car Midland Pullman carries first class passengers only from Manchester, Central to London, St. Pancras, in the morning, returning in the evening on overall timings less than 3¼ hrs. ... The northbound 85-minute schedule for 99 miles, averaging 70 m.p.h., is the fastest in Britain. ... The Bigjigs Rail Heritage Collection offers a delightful range of replicas from the golden age of rail, including the Class 8 Diesel Locomotive . Introduced by British Railways in 1952, there are now only 100 working locomotives on the main British Rail network. The gangways between cars have been developed for air-conditioned vehicles and incorporate special rubber bellows and clipping arrangements to ensure that they are air-tight. The interiors incorporate hinged and sprung flaps covered with padded Lanide which allow the necessary relative movement between the vehicles, and at the same time always present a continuous Lanide-covered wall. The overall effect is a big improvement on any gangways on existing vehicles.