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Comet
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The Hesketh
Industrial simplicity. Unmistakable character.
Phoenix collection
Model history
The 7¼ inch gauge Hesketh brought a steel bodied industrial locomotive to the Phoenix range, with styling inspired by the Hibberd Planet.
Its long bonnet and cab gave it a recognisable outline among Phoenix’s freelance and industrial designs.
The photographs preserve finished examples and details of the historical design. Contact MRW with enquiries about an existing locomotive.
From the original Phoenix catalogue
Phoenix's original description identifies the Hibberd Planet inspiration and records an all-steel industrial design with a 1 hp DC motor and digital control for 7¼ inch gauge.
This is an archived design description, not a current MRW specification or availability statement.
Part of the Phoenix collection
This page records the historical Phoenix design. Contact MRW about an existing locomotive or current product enquiries.
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The Hesketh in photographs
Finished locomotives, different liveries and construction details from the company archive. Select any image to enlarge it and browse the gallery.
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