GM-EMD SW1001 diesel shunter

Prototype

Loco details operator location loco number/name years Foster Yeoman Torr Works, Merehead Quarry, Somerset 44 "Western Yeoman II" 1980+ Hanson Whatley quarry(?) 120 2003+ Note: These locos are not certified for use on mainline tracks.

Model

The SW1001 combines the SW1200 frame, cab and steps with the SW1000 engine and hood.

Donor model 1 model manufacturer availability typical prices supplier EMD SW1000 Athearn current (FEB03) powered: US$36.50 unpowered: US$21.75 any Horizon Hobbies stockist The main component required from the SW1000 model is the engine hood: this was available as a spare part from Athearn, part number 39500, list price US$11.75.

Donor model 2 model manufacturer availability typical price supplier EMD SW1200 Life-Like Proto 2000 released 1995-96 US$75.00 specialist US stockists

British 1:87 Scale Modelling