Accurascale Class 50 50035 'Ark Royal' BR Blue

Class 50 50035 'Ark Royal' BR Blue Features: Highly-detailed OO scale model, 1:76 scale Minimum Radius 438mm (2nd Radius Set-track) in OO Die-cast metal chassis RP25-110 profile OO wheels with provision for re-gauging with scale-sized wheels for P4/EM gauges – with simple ride height adjustment – and ability to set brake blocks in line with wheels Separately-applied etched metal/plastic detail parts, including grab handles, steps, wipers, etc. Scale width wire handrails Etched metal pre-painted nameplates and crests (where applicable) provided for customer to install Interchangeable printed headcodes with full description covering the first nine years of the class plus preservation era Scale-sized and mounted snowploughs provided for customer to install, with one-piece NEM mounted option Full underframe tank, battery box and full-formed compressor detail with extensive pipework and other separate parts Fully sprung metal buffers and bufferplate, factory-fitted pipework and screw couplings (for display) Fully sprung buffers, super-fine pipework and screw couplings (for display) Kinetic NEM coupler mounts at correct height and mini-tension-lock couplers Five-Pole motor with two flywheels Helical Gear box for maximum performance and slow speed running Gearing arranged so locomotive can achieve a realistic scale speed All wheel drive and all wheel pickup Directional lighting, DC and DCC Switchable Red and white marker lights with day/night options Switchable Red and white marker lights with correctly configured lights for preservation era oddballs 50008 and 50044 Interior lighting with cast electrical compartment and engine bay detail on metal motor enclosure Separately switched cab lighting and illuminated, driver’s desk, auto/off on movement 21-Pin DCC ready with PowerPack capacitor for uninterrupted power Separately powered working radiator fan with different speed settings  PowerPack capacitor for uninterrupted power Custom ‘Accurathrash’  Speaker Technology including large ‘Accurathrash’ Style Bass Speaker (on DCC Sound-fitted models only)  Hall sensor for flange squeal effect (on DCC Sound-fitted models only)

Accurascale Class 50 50019 'Ramillies' BR Laira Departmental Blue

Class 50 50019 'Ramillies' BR Laira Departmental Blue Features: Highly-detailed OO scale model, 1:76 scale Minimum Radius 438mm (2nd Radius Set-track) in OO Die-cast metal chassis RP25-110 profile OO wheels with provision for re-gauging with scale-sized wheels for P4/EM gauges – with simple ride height adjustment – and ability to set brake blocks in line with wheels Separately-applied etched metal/plastic detail parts, including grab handles, steps, wipers, etc. Scale width wire handrails Etched metal pre-painted nameplates and crests (where applicable) provided for customer to install Interchangeable printed headcodes with full description covering the first nine years of the class plus preservation era Scale-sized and mounted snowploughs provided for customer to install, with one-piece NEM mounted option Full underframe tank, battery box and full-formed compressor detail with extensive pipework and other separate parts Fully sprung metal buffers and bufferplate, factory-fitted pipework and screw couplings (for display) Fully sprung buffers, super-fine pipework and screw couplings (for display) Kinetic NEM coupler mounts at correct height and mini-tension-lock couplers Five-Pole motor with two flywheels Helical Gear box for maximum performance and slow speed running Gearing arranged so locomotive can achieve a realistic scale speed All wheel drive and all wheel pickup Directional lighting, DC and DCC Switchable Red and white marker lights with day/night options Switchable Red and white marker lights with correctly configured lights for preservation era oddballs 50008 and 50044 Interior lighting with cast electrical compartment and engine bay detail on metal motor enclosure Separately switched cab lighting and illuminated, driver’s desk, auto/off on movement 21-Pin DCC ready with PowerPack capacitor for uninterrupted power Separately powered working radiator fan with different speed settings  PowerPack capacitor for uninterrupted power Custom ‘Accurathrash’  Speaker Technology including large ‘Accurathrash’ Style Bass Speaker (on DCC Sound-fitted models only)  Hall sensor for flange squeal effect (on DCC Sound-fitted models only)

Hornby Railroad: BR Class 37 37501 'Teesside Steelmaster' ROG BS

Railroad: BR Class 37 37501 'Teesside Steelmaster' ROG British Steel Blue Built by English Electric at its Vulcan Foundry in Lancashire, the locomotive this RailRoad model is based on started life in January 1961 as D6705, going new to Stratford depot in London.  After becoming 37005 under TOPS, it was rebuilt as a Class 37/5 in April 1985, which included replacing its EE generator with a new Brush unit, and a complete re-wire, with a consequent renumbering to 37501. It was then painted into its distinctive British Steel pale blue colour scheme, gaining Thornaby Kingfisher motif and British Steel logos. It was then named ‘Teesside Steelmaster’ in 1987.  It was later modified for the proposed Channel Tunnel sleeper ‘Nightstar’ project (which was later aborted) to become a 37/6 in February 1995 and renumbered to 37601. It is currently one of six Class 37s leased by Rail Operations Group from Europhoenix for contracted movement of passenger stock, including EMUs. It was returned to its 1987 guise during a repaint in 2025.  This RailRoad model locomotive is a durable design, perfect for model railway beginners, younger enthusiasts, or anyone who enjoys running their trains daily. - DCC Ready 21-Pin Socket - OO Scale

Hornby Railroad: BR Class 08 08256 BR Blue

Railroad: BR Class 08 08256 BR Blue A total of 996 of the diesel electric shunters were built at various BR works between 1952 and 1962. As the standard BR general-purpose diesel shunter, the type became a common sight at major stations and freight yards across the country.  The locomotive this model example is based on started life as 13326 in November 1956, having been completed at Darlington, and was new to New England, Peterborough. It later served at Sheffield Darnall, Tinsley, Finsbury Park, Hitchin, Startford and finally, from May 1968 at Colchester, from where it was withdrawn in February 1984. It was cut-up at Doncaster Works by January the following year.  Our RailRoad range is more durable than our standard range, making it perfect for beginners, children, and the most enthusiastic of model railway runners. - DCC Ready 21-Pin Socket - OO Scale

Hornby Dublo: English Electric DP1 'Deltic' NRM Preserved

Hornby Dublo: English Electric DP1 'Deltic' NRM Preserved The BR English Electric DP1 'Deltic' is always a favourite model, and with its new blue livery, this OO gauge diesel engine is sure to be just as popular. This version features sprung metal buffers, NEM tension lock couplings and a coreless motor. It is also DCC-ready with a 21-pin socket for easy HM7000 conversion. Features include: High detail OO gauge model based on extensive research Presented as on display in Locomotion, Shildon, with grey chassis, steps and buffers; and horns removed Heavy, fully die-cast chassis and body Highly detailed cab interior Decorated driver controls with illuminated instrument dials Directional head and tail lighting Optional working Mars lights Working cab lights Engine bay lighting Physical switches on blanking plug to control the various lighting configurations Magnetic roof cover to access 21-Pin DCC socket Dual working roof fans, with manually adjustable speed controls Separately fitted etched window frames Large, powerful coreless motor with two flywheels for smooth running Dual bogie drive Sprung metal buffers Front and rear NEM coupling pocket Additional lamps supplied in the accessory bag Hand painted driver figures Supplied with 8 finely decorated etchings, including Locomotion headboard Decorated engine bay featuring printed ‘Napier Deltic’ plates Pre-fitted with a sugar cube speaker for easy digital conversion Space inside for HM7000 Enhanced Bass Speaker Space inside fuel tank for HM7070 - Power Bank Flange squeal sensor mounted in the bogies automatically detects when it is going round a curve to play flange squeal sounds dependant on speed. (Feature available once product is fitted with a HM7000 decoder) Fitted to display plinth with etched presentation plate Fully compatible with Hornby HM7000 app control system, with meticulously crafted Deltic sound profile (SD049) available for download. - DCC Ready 21-Pin Socket - OO Scale

Bachmann Class 150/1 2-Car DMU 150101 Northern

Class 150/1 2-Car DMU 150101 Northern The Class 150 Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) is an enduring design, first introduced in 1984 much of the fleet remains in service today with operators including Northern Trains. The distinctive blue and white livery of Northern makes a return to the Branchline Class 150 DMU, this time on a Class 150/1 as classmate 150101. Constructed from a highly detailed bodyshell which is adorned with separate components like the cab front handrails, roof ariels and exhaust, the Branchline model replicates the Class 150/1 faithfully. This announcement is also the first time we have produced Class 150/1’s with an accessible toilet in the DMSL, as signified by the blanked off toilet window on one side. The underframe boasts a suite of parts to depict the engine, drive train, electrical gear and auxiliary equipment, while inside the model, passenger seating is included along with cab detail. The livery application, using authentic colours and accurate typefaces and logos just enhances the model’s good looks, while the powerful and smooth drive mechanism and plug and play DCC compatibility makes the Class 150 DMU the perfect addition to any modern OO scale collection. This model is a sales area exclusive and is only available from stockists in Scotland and Northern England. Details: Pristine Northern livery Running No. 150101 Comprises Car Nos. 52101 and 57101 Destination Blinds for Buxton Features: Accessory Pack NEM Coupling Pockets Powerful 5 Pole Motor with Flywheel Interior Detailing and Lighting Directional Lighting Equipped with one 21 Pin DCC Decoder Socket – recommended Decoder 36-557A  Length 540mm - OO Scale

Hornby RailRoad Plus: Class 66 66711 Aggregates Industries 'Sence'

RailRoad Plus: Class 66 66711 Aggregates Industries 'Sence' This RailRoad Class 66 diesel was built for freight trains and operates across the UK making it the perfect locomotive for your model freight train. It is compatible with many wagons from Hornby. It comes DCC-ready with a 21-pin plug, meaning it can be upgraded to run on DCC or with our HM7000 Bluetooth-controlled system, which also includes sound via a speaker inside the locomotive. This GBRf-owned locomotive is finished in the attractive turquoise, blue and silver colours of Aggregate Industries, at whose quarry at Bardon Hill it was named ‘Sence’ in July 2015. The name refers to the River Sence which has its source just north of the quarry. - DCC Ready 21-Pin Socket - OO Scale

Hornby RailRoad Plus: Class 66 66723 GBRf 'Chinook'

RailRoad Plus: Class 66 66723 GBRf 'Chinook' This RailRoad Class 66 diesel was built for freight trains and operates across the UK making it the perfect locomotive for your model freight train. It is compatible with many wagons from Hornby. It comes fitted with a 21-pin plug, meaning it can be run on DCC and with our HM7000 Bluetooth-controlled system, which also includes sound via a speaker inside the locomotive. The Class 66 is a heavy-freight diesel-electric locomotive, a development of the earlier Class 59 which was a great success in the UK with Foster Yeoman. Like its predecessor, EMD Co-Cos have all been built in North America, with 480 supplied to UK operators between 1998 and 2008 and 2014 and 2015. Many more were bought secondhand from mainland European operators, so it is no surprise that these machines handle the lion’s share of freight traffic in the UK today. Despite being called ‘sheds’ by enthusiasts because of their shape, they have carried many colourful and innovative liveries.No. 66723 ‘Chinook’ is in GBRf blue and orange livery, and is named in honour of the RAF’s 7, 18 and 27 Squadrons based at Odiham in Hampshire. This is also the home of the CH-47 Chinook heavy lift helicopter, one of which adorns each side of the locomotive’s body. - DCC Ready 21-Pin Socket - OO Scale

Hornby BR, Class 423 '4 VEP' 7712 BR Blue Train Pack

BR, Class 423 '4 VEP' 7712 BR Blue Train Pack The 4-VEP Electric Multiple Units were built for outer suburban services in South London and on rural services in Kent, Sussex and Hampshire. First introduced in 1967, the units were mainly built by BR at York, although some of the early vehicles were produced at BR’s Derby Works. Originally numbered 7701-7894, 194 standard four-car sets entered service and were subsequently renumbered into the 30XX and 31XX series in the 1980s to make them TOPS-compliant. Fitted with manual ‘slam doors’ next to every seating row, they were the last rolling stock built to this pattern for BR, the last units being withdrawn in 2005 after a working life of 38 years. - DCC Ready 21-Pin Socket - OO Scale

Hornby Dublo: BR, English Electric DP1, Co-Co, DP1 'Deltic'

Hornby Dublo: BR, English Electric DP1, Co-Co, DP1 'Deltic'  Includes: - Detailed diecast body - BR Prototype Blue and Cream livery - Cab interior detailing - Distinctive Nose chevrons and Headlight - Sprung buffers - 5 Pole Motor - NEM couplings and pockets - 21 PIN DCC Socket NOTE: This is compatible with the HM7000TXS decoder. This will require the Hornby HM7000 App or suitable Digital Controller to operate - Era 4 - Will traverse minimum of 2nd radius curves (R606, R607)  - OO Scale

Hornby GBRf Class 67 Bo-Bo 67027 - Era 11

GBRf, Class 67, Bo-Bo, 67027 The Class 67s were constructed by Alstom Meinfesa in Valencia between 1999 and 2000 for EWS. No. 67027 ‘Charlotte’ was named ‘Rising Star’ in 2003. Various changes took place over the years. In 2007, the ownership of the locomotive was transferred to DB Cargo UK. In 2014, the locomotive adopted the DB Cargo UK red livery, changing from the previous EWS red & yellow livery.  Ownership was again transferred to Colas Rail in 2017. To reflect this, the livery was amended to Colas Rail yellow, orange and black at the Toton TMD. The locomotive name changed to ‘Charlotte’ in the same year. In 2022, ownership was transferred to GB Railfreight and repainted in a blue and yellow livery, although this didn't last long as GBRF Rejected the 2 Class 67s and they were returned back to Colas. The model is painted in an iconic GBRf blue and orange livery. This model is DCC-ready and compatible with our HM7000 21-Pin decoder. - DCC Ready 21-Pin Decoder Socket - Era 11 - OO scale

Hornby Class 153 FGW No.153361 - Era 10

Class 153 FGW No.153361 Includes: - Detailed body and chassis - Interior detail - Interior lighting - DCC Ready 21 Pin Decoder Socket - Era 10 - OO scale

EFE Rail SR Bulleid Booster 20001 BR Green

SR Bulleid Booster 20001 BR Green Features: Pristine BR Green livery Running No. 20001 Equipped with a 21 Pin DCC Decoder Socket – Recommend Decoder item No. 36-557A Length 235mm (over couplings) Five pole, skew wound, twin shaft motor with two flywheels providing drive to both bogies All axle drive Electrical pickup from all wheels Separate metal bearings fitted to each axle Diecast metal chassis block Gearing arranged for prototypical running speeds and haulage capabilities 5mm (OO gauge) wheels to NEM310 & NEM311 standards with authentic ‘Bulleid’ profile and detailing Bogie-mounted coupling pockets to NEM362 standards at each end Designed to operate on curves of second radius (438mm) or greater Metal Pantograph, sprung for posing in the up or down position Bogies constructed from multiple components featuring full relief detail Separately applied detail parts, including lamp irons, handrails, roof vents and whistles Sprung buffers Cab interior detailing including seats, power handle, brake wheel and dials Each model supplied with a full set of decorated, model-specific bufferbeam pipework and accessory parts Speaker installed in all models for optimum sound reproduction DETAIL VARIATIONS SPECIFIC TO THIS MODEL: Standard Cab Windows Vertical Handrail alongside the Left Hand Cab Window Two Windscreen Wipers Twin Whistles Route Indicator Discs Single-tread Steps between Bogies Original Axle Boxes Two Sandboxes per Bogie Square Shoe Beam Flash Guards Standpipe Vacuum Pipes Conceived in the late-1930s to take advantage of the Southern’s expansive electrified network, two of these Co-Co locomotives were built, gaining the nickname the ‘Boosters’ due to their motor-generator-flywheel drive arrangement employed to overcome ‘gapping’, when the locomotive could momentarily loose its electrical supply when travelling over gaps in the conductor rail. Produced especially for the EFE Rail range, this all-new model features a wealth of detail with a varied tooling suite allowing the first two locomotives, CC1 and CC2, to be modelled accurately at various points in their careers. Driven by a 5 pole, skew wound motor with flywheel, each of the six axles are driven whilst all twelve wheels provide electrical pickup. Directional lighting will operate in the forwards direction (the real locomotives were not fitted with tail lights), whilst cab lighting can be operated using a magnetic wand when used on analogue control, or when a 21 Pin DCC decoder is fitted, via two DCC functions. A speaker is pre-fitted to every model, allowing a sound decoder to be fitted to bring another dimension to your model in an instant. - Era 5 - OO Scale

Accurascale Class 66 66789 'British Rail 1948 - 1997' GBRF BR Large Logo

Class 66 66789 'British Rail 1948 - 1997' GBRF BR Large Logo Arriving in the uk aboard MV Fairload on the 23rd June 2000, this locomotive was originally numbered 66250 and was the last EWS class 66 as part of their “red revolution” which had started with 66001 just a few years earlier. As part of a restructuring, EWS offered several locomotives for sale and 66250 was quired by GBRF in 2017 and was allocated the new number 66789. Unveiled on the 27th Feb 2018, 66789 sports a homage to the British Rail large logo blue livery to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the formation of British Railways back in 1948. Features: Highly detailed OO scale model, 1:76.2 scale Minimum Radius 438mm (2nd Radius Set-track) Die-cast metal chassis. RP25-110 profile OO wheels Separately applied etched metal/plastic detail parts, including grab handles, steps, wipers, etc. Scale width wire handrails Full underframe tank detail with brackets and pipework Fully sprung buffers, factory-fitted pipework and screw couplings (for display) Dummy knuckle couplers fitted where relevant Kinetic NEM coupler mounts at correct height and mini-tension-lock couplers “Easi-mag” lift off roof panel to access the decoder and DC light switches PowerPack capacitor for uninterrupted power Customised Dual-Speaker Technology with large ‘Accurathrash’ Style Bass Speaker and smaller 'iphone' style cube for higher frequencies (on DCC Sound-fitted models only) Hall sensor for flange squeal effect (on DCC Sound-fitted models only) DCC ready with PowerPack capacitor for uninterrupted power DCC ready [21-Pin MTX Socket] or factory-fitted with Original ESU LokSound 5 Decoder options Five-Pole motor with two flywheels Gearing arranged so locomotive can achieve minimum scale top speed of 75 mph (120kph) All wheel drive and all wheel pickup Directional lighting, DC and DCC Switchable Red and white marker lights with day/night options Separately switched cab lighting, auto/off on movement - OO Scale

Accurascale Class 66 66724 'Drax Power Station' GBRF

Class 66 66724 'Drax Power Station' GBRF  Another locomotive that was transported on the MV Fairload was GBRF’s 66724. Arriving on the 20th December 2006, this locomotive originally sported the “First group” rendition of GBRF livery ahead of the press launch on the 8th January 2007 at Old Oak Common. 66724 gained its nameplates “Drax Power Station” later the same year. Surviving in much the same condition for a decade, 66724 was given a fresh coat of GBRF’s now standard dark blue in 2017. Features: Highly detailed OO scale model, 1:76.2 scale Minimum Radius 438mm (2nd Radius Set-track) Die-cast metal chassis. RP25-110 profile OO wheels Separately applied etched metal/plastic detail parts, including grab handles, steps, wipers, etc. Scale width wire handrails Full underframe tank detail with brackets and pipework Fully sprung buffers, factory-fitted pipework and screw couplings (for display) Dummy knuckle couplers fitted where relevant Kinetic NEM coupler mounts at correct height and mini-tension-lock couplers “Easi-mag” lift off roof panel to access the decoder and DC light switches PowerPack capacitor for uninterrupted power Customised Dual-Speaker Technology with large ‘Accurathrash’ Style Bass Speaker and smaller 'iphone' style cube for higher frequencies (on DCC Sound-fitted models only) Hall sensor for flange squeal effect (on DCC Sound-fitted models only) DCC ready with PowerPack capacitor for uninterrupted power DCC ready [21-Pin MTX Socket] or factory-fitted with Original ESU LokSound 5 Decoder options Five-Pole motor with two flywheels Gearing arranged so locomotive can achieve minimum scale top speed of 75 mph (120kph) All wheel drive and all wheel pickup Directional lighting, DC and DCC Switchable Red and white marker lights with day/night options Separately switched cab lighting, auto/off on movement - OO Scale

Accurascale Class 66 66142 'Maritime Intermodal Three' DB Maritime Blue

Class 66 66142 'Maritime Intermodal Three' DB Maritime Blue Once an anonymous EWS maroon and gold class 66, 66142 led the life of a typical EWS 66 from its delivery during August 1999 right through the acquisition by DB up until its turn in the paintshop came in 2019 at the ripe age of 20 years old! Rather than the bright red of DB, 66142 gained the vibrant blue colour of Maritime Intermodal and was named “Maritime Intermodal Three”. Following Accurascale handing out free 'a' stickers at Warley in 2022, a number of these have found their way in to a wide variety of places, including on real rolling stock. 66142 is one such locomotive and proudly wears its 'a' sticker under one set of numbers Features: Highly detailed OO scale model, 1:76.2 scale Minimum Radius 438mm (2nd Radius Set-track) Die-cast metal chassis. RP25-110 profile OO wheels Separately applied etched metal/plastic detail parts, including grab handles, steps, wipers, etc. Scale width wire handrails Full underframe tank detail with brackets and pipework Fully sprung buffers, factory-fitted pipework and screw couplings (for display) Dummy knuckle couplers fitted where relevant Kinetic NEM coupler mounts at correct height and mini-tension-lock couplers “Easi-mag” lift off roof panel to access the decoder and DC light switches PowerPack capacitor for uninterrupted power Customised Dual-Speaker Technology with large ‘Accurathrash’ Style Bass Speaker and smaller 'iphone' style cube for higher frequencies (on DCC Sound-fitted models only) Hall sensor for flange squeal effect (on DCC Sound-fitted models only) DCC ready with PowerPack capacitor for uninterrupted power DCC ready [21-Pin MTX Socket] or factory-fitted with Original ESU LokSound 5 Decoder options Five-Pole motor with two flywheels Gearing arranged so locomotive can achieve minimum scale top speed of 75 mph (120kph) All wheel drive and all wheel pickup Directional lighting, DC and DCC Switchable Red and white marker lights with day/night options Separately switched cab lighting, auto/off on movement - OO Scale

Bachmann Class 45 SC H/C D49 'The Manchester Regiment' BR Green (SYP)

Class 45 Split Centre H/C D49 'The Manchester Regiment' BR Green (SYP) The Bachmann Branchline model combines a finely-proportioned bodyshell with extensive detailing throughout, including separately fitted cab handrails, windscreen wipers, lamp brackets and sandpipes. With a powerful 5-pole motor fitted with twin flywheels which drives both bogies, these models have plenty of pulling power to haul even the longest trains. With a 21 Pin DCC decoder interface, it’s easy to add a decoder or sound decoder and speaker for use on DCC Features: Pristine BR Green (Small Yellow Panels) livery Running No. D49 Named ‘The Manchester Regiment’ Etched Nameplates included Split Centre Headcode Panels displaying headcodes 1C58 and 1N78 NEM Coupling Pockets Sprung Buffers Powerful 5 Pole Motor with Twin Flywheels Detailed Cab Interior with pre-fitted Driver in one cab Directional Lighting Locomotive Ready to Accept a Speaker Accessory Pack Equipped with a 21 Pin DCC Decoder Socket – recommended Decoder item No. 36-557A Length 275mm - Era 5 - OO Scale

Bachmann Class 46 Centre Headcode D138 BR Green (SYP)

Class 46 Centre Headcode D138 BR Green (Small Yellow Panels) The Bachmann Branchline model combines a finely-proportioned bodyshell with extensive detailing throughout, including separately fitted cab handrails, windscreen wipers, lamp brackets and sandpipes. With a powerful 5-pole motor fitted with twin flywheels which drives both bogies, these models have plenty of pulling power to haul even the longest trains. With a 21 Pin DCC decoder interface, it’s easy to add a decoder or sound decoder and speaker for use on DCC Features: Pristine BR Green (Small Yellow Panels) livery Running No. D138 Centre Headcode Panels displaying headcodes 1M67 and 1N37 NEM Coupling Pockets Sprung Buffers Powerful 5 Pole Motor with Twin Flywheels Detailed Cab Interior with pre-fitted Driver in one cab Directional Lighting Locomotive Ready to Accept a Speaker Accessory Pack Equipped with a 21 Pin DCC Decoder Socket – recommended Decoder item No. 36-557A Length 275mm - Era 5 - OO Scale

Hornby HM Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee HST Train Pack

HM Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee HST Train Pack - OO scale Includes - Accessory Bag - Fine Body detail - Accurate Bogie detail - Working Head and Tail lights - All wheel pick up and drive - 21 Pin DCC Ready (The Pack requires 2x Decoders for conversion to Digital) - OO Scale    Locomotive information and History: The Class 43 HST is a legend of the rails, the fastest diesel locomotive to ever operate in the United Kingdom. Since 1975 these powerful Bo-Bo locomotives have moved passengers across the country for business and for leisure, most ironically in their various BR guises. The Class 43 persists to this day as a stalwart of the rails under various operators including the mainline serving GWR, mainline maintaining Network Rail and some private operators such as Locomotive Services Limited on their Blue Pullman services.  This train pack, designed to commemorate the Platinum Jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II depicts the Class 43 as they have never been seen before, in a livery questioning exactly how the legendary LNER would celebrate this special occasion if they were still operating, and nationalisation had never occurred. It would be nice to think that if the big four were never nationalised that we would still be able to see steam regularly on the mainline however this view is shrouded in nostalgia and ignores the operational benefits that diesel locomotives bring. If the LNER operated continuously into the modern era, this may be how they would mark this special occasion. The power cars in this set, while adorned with numbers that have been assigned to full size units, have had numbers chosen to celebrate prominent years of the queen’s reign. 43052 has been chosen as part of the numbering pattern for the full size examples and 52 for the year of the coronation, and 43022 follows the same pattern but for this very special year of Her Majesties reign.