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    <title>DCC Ready - 6 pin  from Monk Bar Model Shop</title>
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              <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 20:01:54 +0100</pubDate>
              <title>Hornby BR Class 08 08499 EWS (TT)</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/diesel-electric-locos-tt-c304/br-class-08-08499-ews-tt-p33388"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/br-class-08-08499-ews-tt-p33388-30506_thumb.jpg" alt="Hornby BR Class 08 08499 EWS (TT)"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/diesel-electric-locos-tt-c304/br-class-08-08499-ews-tt-p33388">Hornby BR Class 08 08499 EWS (TT)</a></p>
<p>BR Class 08 08499 EWS&amp;nbsp;
Hornby are pleased to present a further two new colourful identities of the ever-popular BR Class 08 shunting diesel engine in the April Range Launch. Featuring a diecast chassis, coreless motor, all-wheel drive, immaculate paint application and much more, this ubiquitous shunting loco is undoubtedly going to stand out on your TT:120 layout. This example depicts No.08499 in early 2000&amp;rsquo;s corporate EWS Maroon &amp;amp; Gold livery, whilst allocated to depots in the South-West of England.
Model Specification:

Highly detailed model based on extensive research and design
Diecast chassis
Assortment of separately fitted parts, including body grabrails, cab steps, sandpipe fillers and buffer stocks
Brass coupling rods
Detailed cab interior
Powerful coreless motor providing power to all wheels
Electrical pick-ups on all wheels
Pivoting NEM coupling sockets
Accessory pack that includes bufferbeam pipes
Minimum 2nd radius curves

Electronics:

6-Pin DCC Decoder Socket compatible with HM7000 system

Livery:

EWS Maroon &amp;amp; Gold
Yellow Coupling Rods
Semi-gloss finish
Faithfully created using accurate colours and fonts

- TT:120 Scale</p></description>
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              <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 20:01:54 +0100</pubDate>
              <title>Hornby BR Class 08 08593/D3760 &#039;Colchester TMD&#039; Retro Lined Purple (TT)</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/diesel-electric-locos-tt-c304/br-class-08-08593-d3760-colchester-tmd-retro-lined-purple-tt-p33389"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/br-class-08-08593-d3760-colchester-tmd-retro-lined-purple-tt-p33389-30507_thumb.jpg" alt="Hornby BR Class 08 08593/D3760 &#039;Colchester TMD&#039; Retro Lined Purple (TT)"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/diesel-electric-locos-tt-c304/br-class-08-08593-d3760-colchester-tmd-retro-lined-purple-tt-p33389">Hornby BR Class 08 08593/D3760 &#039;Colchester TMD&#039; Retro Lined Purple (TT)</a></p>
<p>BR Class 08 08593/D3760 &#039;Colchester TMD&#039; Retro Lined Purple
Adding to the ever-popular BR Class 08 diesel range, is Colchester TMD D3760. Featuring a die-cast chassis, coreless motor, all-wheel drive, and immaculate paint application, this ubiquitous shunting locomotive will stand out on your TT:120 layout. This example depicts No.08593/D3760 in retro BR Lined Purple livery, complete with &amp;lsquo;Cycling Lion&amp;rsquo; Early Emblem and named &amp;lsquo;Colchester TMD&amp;rsquo; as per 1990&amp;rsquo;s condition when based at either Colchester or Ipswich.
Model Specification:

Highly detailed model based on extensive research and design
Die-cast chassis
Assortment of separately fitted parts, including body grabrails, cab steps, sandpipe fillers and buffer stocks
Brass coupling rods
Detailed cab interior
Powerful coreless motor providing power to all wheels
Electrical pick-ups on all wheels
Pivoting NEM coupling sockets
Accessory pack that includes bufferbeam pipes
Minimum 2nd radius curves

Electronics:

6-Pin DCC Decoder Socket compatible with HM7000 system

Livery:

Retro BR Lined Purple, complete with early emblems
Crisply applied Red lining
White roof
Wasp stripes
Semi-gloss finish
Faithfully created using accurate colours and fonts

- TT:120 Scale</p></description>
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              <link>http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/diesel-electric-locos-tt-c304/br-class-08-08593-d3760-colchester-tmd-retro-lined-purple-tt-p33389</link>
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              <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 20:01:49 +0100</pubDate>
              <title>Hornby LNER J50 Class 68958 BR Black (Early) (TT)</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/steam-locos-tt-c293/lner-j50-class-68958-br-black-early-tt-p33381"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/lner-j50-class-68958-br-black-early-tt-p33381-30441_thumb.jpg" alt="Hornby LNER J50 Class 68958 BR Black (Early) (TT)"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/steam-locos-tt-c293/lner-j50-class-68958-br-black-early-tt-p33381">Hornby LNER J50 Class 68958 BR Black (Early) (TT)</a></p>
<p>LNER J50 Class 68958 BR Black (Early)
Hot on the heels of the first run of J50&amp;rsquo;s, is this BR (Early) J50 Class 68958 tank engine for your TT:120 collection. Moulded in both die-cast and plastic, this characterful locomotive looks and performs excellently thanks to all-wheel pickups and a smooth coreless motor. For those operating on DCC, a 6-Pin decoder socket is located within the boiler and is compatible with HM7000.&amp;nbsp;
This example depicts No.68958 in BR Black livery, with early emblems on the tank sides.
Model Specification:

Based on new J50 tooling suite
Expertly moulded die-cast body and chassis for added realism and weight
Number of separately fitted parts, including smokebox door, water filler caps, chimney, safety valves, handrails, lamp irons and buffers.
Brass double-jointed connector rods with metal securing pins
Detailed cab interior
Pivoting NEM sockets for improved coupling around tight curves
Precision-engineered coreless motor for smooth running
All-wheel pick-ups
Accessory pack
Capable of traversing 1st radius curves, but recommended minimum is 2nd radius.

Electronics:

6-Pin DCC Decoder socket compatible with HM7000 system.

Tooling:

Smokebox door numberplate
Coal rails

Livery:

BR Plain Black Livery
&amp;lsquo;Cycling Lion&amp;rsquo; Early Emblem on tank sides
Authentic colours and typefaces used
Semi-gloss finish
Era 4.

- TT:120 Scale</p></description>
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              <link>http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/steam-locos-tt-c293/lner-j50-class-68958-br-black-early-tt-p33381</link>
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              <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 20:01:48 +0100</pubDate>
              <title>Hornby A1X Terrier 10 Isle of Wight Central Railway Lined Maroon (TT)</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/steam-locos-tt-c293/a1x-terrier-10-isle-of-wight-central-railway-lined-maroon-tt-p33377"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/a1x-terrier-10-isle-of-wight-central-railway-lined-maroon-tt-p33377-30556_thumb.jpg" alt="Hornby A1X Terrier 10 Isle of Wight Central Railway Lined Maroon (TT)"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/steam-locos-tt-c293/a1x-terrier-10-isle-of-wight-central-railway-lined-maroon-tt-p33377">Hornby A1X Terrier 10 Isle of Wight Central Railway Lined Maroon (TT)</a></p>
<p>A1X Terrier 10 Isle of Wight Central Railway Lined Maroon
The delightful LB&amp;amp;SCR A1/A1X 0-6-0 Terrier Steam Locomotive is back in TT:120 scale, featuring the latest tooling suite from 2025. This beautiful representation of the ever-popular Class A1 perfectly captures the diminutive character of the prototype, and has been designed for smooth and reliable operation, including the option for digital command control via a 6-pin decoder socket (decoder sold seperately). This particular example depicts No.10 in Isle of Wight Central Railway Lined Maroon livery.
Model Specification:

Based on the highly accurate 2025 A1/A1X Terrier tooling suite
Expertly moulded die-cast body and chassis for added realism and weight
Number of separately fitted parts, including smokebox door, water filler caps, handrails, lamp irons and buffers.
Brass connector rods with metal securing pins
Detailed cab interior
Pivoting NEM sockets for improved coupling around tight curves
Precision-engineered coreless motor for smooth running
All-wheel pick-ups
Accessory pack
Capable of traversing 1st radius curves, but recommended minimum is 2nd radius.

Electronics:

6-Pin DCC Decoder socket compatible with HM7000 system

Tooling:

Stroudley chimney
Flush smokebox door
Four lamp brackets on front and rear
Low bufferstock with no lamp brackets
Steam pipes removed
Small cab bunker with no coal rails
Westinghouse pump fitted

Livery:

IOW Lined Maroon

- TT:120 Scale</p></description>
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              <link>http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/steam-locos-tt-c293/a1x-terrier-10-isle-of-wight-central-railway-lined-maroon-tt-p33377</link>
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              <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 20:01:48 +0100</pubDate>
              <title>Hornby A1X Terrier 655 &#039;Stepney&#039; LB&amp;SCR Improved Engine Green (TT)</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/steam-locos-tt-c293/a1x-terrier-655-stepney-lb-scr-improved-engine-green-tt-p33378"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/a1x-terrier-655-stepney-lb-scr-improved-engine-green-tt-p33378-30443_thumb.jpg" alt="Hornby A1X Terrier 655 &#039;Stepney&#039; LB&amp;SCR Improved Engine Green (TT)"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/steam-locos-tt-c293/a1x-terrier-655-stepney-lb-scr-improved-engine-green-tt-p33378">Hornby A1X Terrier 655 &#039;Stepney&#039; LB&amp;SCR Improved Engine Green (TT)</a></p>
<p>A1X Terrier 655 &#039;Stepney&#039; LB&amp;amp;SCR Improved Engine Green
The delightful TT:120 scale LB&amp;amp;SCR A1/A1X 0-6-0 Terrier Steam Locomotive is back, utilising the highly accurate tooling suite from 2025. This beautiful representation of the ever-popular Class A1 perfectly captures the diminutive character of the prototype, and has been designed for smooth and reliable operation, including the provision for digital command control via a 6-pin decoder socket.&amp;nbsp;
This particular example depicts No.655 &amp;lsquo;Stepney&amp;rsquo; in London Brighton &amp;amp; South Coast Railway Improved Engine Green.
Model Specification:

Based on 2025 A1/A1X Terrier tooling suite
Expertly moulded die-cast body and chassis for added realism and weight
Number of separately fitted parts, including smokebox door, water filler caps, handrails, lamp irons and buffers.
Brass connector rods with metal securing pins
Detailed cab interior
Pivoting NEM sockets for improved coupling around tight curves
Precision-engineered coreless motor for smooth running
All-wheel pick-ups
Accessory pack
Capable of traversing 1st radius curves, but recommended minimum is 2nd radius.

Electronics:

6-Pin DCC Decoder socket compatible with HM7000 system.

Tooling:

Stroudley chimney
Flush smokebox door
Four lamp brackets on front and rear
Low bufferstock with no lamp brackets
Steam pipes removed
Small cab bunker with no coal rails
Westinghouse pump fitted.

Livery:

LB&amp;amp;SCR Improved Engine Green
Maroon chassis
Era 2.

- TT:120 Scale</p></description>
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              <link>http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/steam-locos-tt-c293/a1x-terrier-655-stepney-lb-scr-improved-engine-green-tt-p33378</link>
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              <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 20:01:48 +0100</pubDate>
              <title>Hornby A1X Terrier 735 LSWR Lined Green (TT)</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/steam-locos-tt-c293/a1x-terrier-735-lswr-lined-green-tt-p33379"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/a1x-terrier-735-lswr-lined-green-tt-p33379-30555_thumb.jpg" alt="Hornby A1X Terrier 735 LSWR Lined Green (TT)"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/steam-locos-tt-c293/a1x-terrier-735-lswr-lined-green-tt-p33379">Hornby A1X Terrier 735 LSWR Lined Green (TT)</a></p>
<p>A1X Terrier 735 LSWR Lined Green&amp;nbsp;
This delightful TT:120 scale LB&amp;amp;SCR A1/A1X 0-6-0 Terrier Steam Locomotive model features the highly accurate 2025 tooling suite. A beautiful representation of the ever-popular Class A1, the model perfectly captures the diminutive character of the prototype, and has been designed for smooth and reliable operation, including provision for digital command control via a 6-pin decoder socket. This particular example depicts No.735 in London and South Western Railway Lined Green livery.
Model Specification:

Based on new 2025 A1/A1X Terrier tooling suite
Expertly moulded die-cast body and chassis for added realism and weight
Number of separately fitted parts, including smokebox door, water filler caps, handrails, lamp irons and buffers.
Brass connector rods with metal securing pins
Detailed cab interior
Pivoting NEM sockets for improved coupling around tight curves
Precision-engineered coreless motor for smooth running
All-wheel pick-ups
Accessory pack
Capable of traversing 1st radius curves, but recommended minimum is 2nd radius.

Electronics:

6-Pin DCC Decoder socket compatible with HM7000 system

Tooling:

Stroudley chimney
Flush smokebox door
Four lamp brackets on front and rear
Low bufferstock with no lamp brackets
Steam pipes fitted
Small cab bunker with no coal rails
Westinghouse pump removed

Livery:

LSWR Lined Green Livery
Maroon edging to tank and cab sides

- TT:120 Scale</p></description>
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              <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 19:56:45 +0100</pubDate>
              <title>Graham Farish Class 66/0 66124 DB Cargo Red (N)</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/n-model-railways-c15/locos-n-c16/diesel-electric-locos-n-c18/class-66-0-66124-db-cargo-red-n-p32610"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/class-66-0-66124-db-cargo-red-n-p32610-29591_thumb.jpg" alt="Graham Farish Class 66/0 66124 DB Cargo Red (N)"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/n-model-railways-c15/locos-n-c16/diesel-electric-locos-n-c18/class-66-0-66124-db-cargo-red-n-p32610">Graham Farish Class 66/0 66124 DB Cargo Red (N)</a></p>
<p>Class 66/0 66124 DB Cargo Red
The Class 66 Diesel Locomotive revolutionised the British rail freight landscape when the first examples arrived in 1998, and more than a quarter of a century later, the type remains at the forefront of freight operations the length and breadth of the country. The Class has been a staple of the Graham Farish range for many years and makes a return, with three new examples suited for any modern image model railway. This model depicts 66124 in the ever-recognisable cherry red of operator DB Cargo.
Details:

Pristine DB Cargo Red livery
Running No. 66124

Features:

Directional lighting
Accessory Pack
Equipped with a 6-pin DCC Decoder Socket – recommended Decoder item No. 36-568A
Length 145mm

- N Scale</p></description>
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              <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 19:56:49 +0100</pubDate>
              <title>Gaugemaster Collection Class 73 &#039;E6039&#039; BR Electric Blue (N)</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/n-model-railways-c15/locos-n-c16/diesel-electric-locos-n-c18/class-73-e6039-br-electric-blue-n-p32120"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/class-73-e6039-br-electric-blue-n-p32120-28131_thumb.jpg" alt="Gaugemaster Collection Class 73 &#039;E6039&#039; BR Electric Blue (N)"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/n-model-railways-c15/locos-n-c16/diesel-electric-locos-n-c18/class-73-e6039-br-electric-blue-n-p32120">Gaugemaster Collection Class 73 &#039;E6039&#039; BR Electric Blue (N)</a></p>
<p>Class 73 &#039;E6039&#039; BR Electric Blue
These Locomotives were produced for the 1955 modernisation plan and were used for various jobs around the southern region including parcel and freight trains. As they could reach speeds of up to 80mph they were also used on quite a few passenger services.
The class 73 was designed so that it could run on the southern region&amp;rsquo;s 650/750v DC third rail or using its own on-board diesel engine which meant it could operate on non-electrified routes. A total number of 49 Class 73&amp;rsquo;s were built between 1962 and 1967 and most of them can still be seen running up and down the southern region, a few were painted in Network Rail Yellow and used for track testing and maintenance but most of them were preserved on railways such as the Dean Forest Railway.
Features:

Gaugemaster Limited Edition
Detailed body with etched grills and separately fitted hand rails
Darkened wheels and pin point bearings
5 Pole motor for smoother operation
6-Pin DCC Decoder Socket
All wheel drive
All Wheel pick up
Directional lighting
NEM couplings
Includes both standard and knuckle couplings
Includes spares bag with additional detailing parts

- N Scale</p></description>
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              <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 20:01:54 +0100</pubDate>
              <title>Hornby BR Class 08 08817 &#039;Thornaby&#039; BR Blue (TT)</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/diesel-electric-locos-tt-c304/br-class-08-08817-thornaby-br-blue-tt-p31075"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/br-class-08-08817-thornaby-br-blue-tt-p31075-30025_thumb.jpg" alt="Hornby BR Class 08 08817 &#039;Thornaby&#039; BR Blue (TT)"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/diesel-electric-locos-tt-c304/br-class-08-08817-thornaby-br-blue-tt-p31075">Hornby BR Class 08 08817 &#039;Thornaby&#039; BR Blue (TT)</a></p>
<p>BR Class 08 08817 &#039;Thornaby&#039; BR Blue
Introducing the Hornby TT:120 BR Class 08 0-6-0 Diesel Shunter, running number 08817. This finely detailed model finished in striking BR Blue is a faithful representation of the locomotive as it appeared during Era 8 and features a DCC Ready 6 pin socket for seamless digital conversion.
To create an authentic Era 8 setting, pair the Class 08 with a selection of suitable rolling stock from our HAA Hoppers to reflect the locomotive&amp;rsquo;s continued use in industrial freight operations to a brake van which was frequently coupled with shunting locomotives during yard movements.
- DCC Ready 6-Pin Decoder Socket
- TT:120 Scale</p></description>
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              <title>Hornby A1X Terrier 40 &#039;Brighton&#039; LB&amp;SCR (TT)</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/steam-locos-tt-c293/a1x-terrier-40-brighton-lb-scr-tt-p31072"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/a1x-terrier-40-brighton-lb-scr-tt-p31072-30456_thumb.jpg" alt="Hornby A1X Terrier 40 &#039;Brighton&#039; LB&amp;SCR (TT)"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/steam-locos-tt-c293/a1x-terrier-40-brighton-lb-scr-tt-p31072">Hornby A1X Terrier 40 &#039;Brighton&#039; LB&amp;SCR (TT)</a></p>
<p>A1X Terrier 40 &#039;Brighton&#039; LB&amp;amp;SCR
Hornby proudly presents the TT:120 scale LB&amp;amp;SCR &amp;lsquo;Terrier&amp;rsquo; 0-6-0T No. 40 &amp;lsquo;Brighton&amp;rsquo;. A beautifully detailed representation with all-new tooling, this finely crafted model perfectly captures the character of the original locomotive, resplendent in its striking yellow Stroudley &amp;lsquo;Improved Engine Green&amp;rsquo; livery.
Designed for smooth and reliable performance, the model features a coreless motor housed within a robust diecast body, ensuring excellent running characteristics and realistic weight distribution. The locomotive is DCC Ready with a 6-pin socket, allowing for straightforward digital conversion, while NEM tension lock couplings provide seamless compatibility with rolling stock.
Perfect for enthusiasts and collectors alike, the TT:120 LB&amp;amp;SCR &amp;lsquo;Terrier&amp;rsquo; No. 40 &amp;lsquo;Brighton&amp;rsquo; embodies the charm and elegance of Victorian railway engineering. Pair with our exciting range of new TT:120 4-wheel coaches for historic authenticity.
- DCC Ready 6-Pin Decoder Socket
- TT:120 Scale</p></description>
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              <link>http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/steam-locos-tt-c293/a1x-terrier-40-brighton-lb-scr-tt-p31072</link>
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              <title>Hornby A1X Terrier 32655 BR Lined Black (Early Emblem) (TT)</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/steam-locos-tt-c293/a1x-terrier-32655-br-lined-black-early-emblem-tt-p31071"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/a1x-terrier-32655-br-lined-black-early-emblem-tt-p31071-30460_thumb.jpg" alt="Hornby A1X Terrier 32655 BR Lined Black (Early Emblem) (TT)"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/steam-locos-tt-c293/a1x-terrier-32655-br-lined-black-early-emblem-tt-p31071">Hornby A1X Terrier 32655 BR Lined Black (Early Emblem) (TT)</a></p>
<p>A1X Terrier 32655 BR Lined Black (Early Emblem)
Hornby&amp;rsquo;s newly tooled TT:120 BR &amp;lsquo;Terrier&amp;rsquo; 0-6-0T 32655 captures the charm and history of this enduring class. Finished in the British Railways lined black livery with late crest, this model reflects the locomotive&amp;rsquo;s later years in service, offering a striking addition to any Era 4 layout. This highly detailed locomotive features a precision-engineered coreless motor, delivering smooth and consistent performance.&amp;nbsp;
The diecast body enhances both durability and realism, while NEM tension lock couplings ensure effortless integration with rolling stock. Equipped with a 6-pin DCC Ready socket, the model offers seamless digital conversion for enhanced control and operation.&amp;nbsp;
With its intricate lining, finely rendered details, and historically accurate livery, the BR &amp;lsquo;Terrier&amp;rsquo; 0-6-0T 32655 captures the essence of a classic locomotive in its later years. Pair with our exciting range of new TT:120 4-wheel coaches for historic authenticity.
- DCC Ready 6-Pin Decoder Socket
- TT:120 Scale</p></description>
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              <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 20:01:49 +0100</pubDate>
              <title>Hornby LNER, J50 Class, 0-6-0T, 2793 (TT)</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/steam-locos-tt-c293/lner-j50-class-0-6-0t-2793-tt-p30233"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/lner-j50-class-0-6-0t-2793-tt-p30233-30023_thumb.jpg" alt="Hornby LNER, J50 Class, 0-6-0T, 2793 (TT)"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/steam-locos-tt-c293/lner-j50-class-0-6-0t-2793-tt-p30233">Hornby LNER, J50 Class, 0-6-0T, 2793 (TT)</a></p>
<p>LNER, J50 Class, 0-6-0T, 2793
Includes:
- LNER Black livery and represents the prototypical locomotive at the start of its working life. Featuring
- All wheel pickups and an ABS cab area
- Accessory bag
- Tulig style couplings
- 3 Pole Motor
- 6 PIN DCC Socket
- TT:120 Scale
&amp;nbsp;</p></description>
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              <link>http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/steam-locos-tt-c293/lner-j50-class-0-6-0t-2793-tt-p30233</link>
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              <title>Hornby BR (Early), J50 Class, 0-6-0T, 68983 (TT)</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/steam-locos-tt-c293/br-early-j50-class-0-6-0t-68983-tt-p30201"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/br-early-j50-class-0-6-0t-68983-tt-p30201-30446_thumb.jpg" alt="Hornby BR (Early), J50 Class, 0-6-0T, 68983 (TT)"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/tt-model-railways-c250/hornby-tt-120-c290/locos-tt-c292/steam-locos-tt-c293/br-early-j50-class-0-6-0t-68983-tt-p30201">Hornby BR (Early), J50 Class, 0-6-0T, 68983 (TT)</a></p>
<p>BR (Early), J50 Class, 0-6-0T, 68983 - Era 4
Includes:
- BR Black livery with a BR early crest emblazoned on the bodysides.
- All wheel pickups and an ABS cab area
- Accessory bag
- Tulig style couplings
- 3 Pole Motor
- 6 PIN DCC Socket
- TT:120 Scale</p></description>
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              <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 19:37:56 +0100</pubDate>
              <title>Hornby Rowntree &amp; Co., Ruston &amp; Hornsby 88DS, 0-4-0, No. 3 - Era 6</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/oo-model-railways-c6/rowntree-co-ruston-hornsby-88ds-0-4-0-no-3-era-6-p25364"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/rowntree-co-ruston-hornsby-88ds-0-4-0-no-3-era-6-p25364-17879_thumb.jpg" alt="Hornby Rowntree &amp; Co., Ruston &amp; Hornsby 88DS, 0-4-0, No. 3 - Era 6"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/oo-model-railways-c6/rowntree-co-ruston-hornsby-88ds-0-4-0-no-3-era-6-p25364">Hornby Rowntree &amp; Co., Ruston &amp; Hornsby 88DS, 0-4-0, No. 3 - Era 6</a></p>
<p>Rowntree &amp;amp; Co., Ruston &amp;amp; Hornsby 88DS, 0-4-0, No. 3
Includes:&amp;nbsp;
- Cab interior detailing
- Rowntrees &amp;amp; Co Ltd Livery
- Ken Cooke nameplates on cabsides
- Ruston Green Livery&amp;nbsp;
- Extra side weights under the footplate as per the prototype
- Electric lamps on front and rear
- Separate lamp brackets
- Metal buffers with heads
- Heavier Buffer beam as per the prototype
- Buffer guard irons
- NEM coupling pockets and blanking plates
- DCC Ready 6 Pin Socket
- Era 6
- OO Scale
Locomotive information and history:
Ruston 441934 was built new for Rowntree &amp;amp; Co. Ltd of York, being delivered in April 1960 to join R&amp;amp;H 421419/1958 and 432479/1959 in the confectionery company&#039;s fleet of locomotives as No. 3. In 1979, the York factory bought a new 0-6-0 locomotive and No.3 was transferred to Rowntree&#039;s Fawdon factory in Newcastle. Rail services at Fawdon came to a halt on 30 January 1987, with No. 3 being handed over to the North York Moors Railway for preservation. After some years being moved about it was purchased in 2013 by two members of the Derwent Valley Light Railway, Glynnis and Tony Frith. 441934 has now been named Ken Cooke, in honour of the former Rowntree&#039;s York employee, D-Day veteran and holder of France&#039;s highest military honour, the Legion dHonneur.
Ruston &amp;amp; Hornsby Ltd, of Lincoln, was formed as the result of the merger between Ruston, Proctor &amp;amp; Co. Ltd and Richard Hornsby &amp;amp; Sons Ltd on September 11, 1918 and their first narrow gauge diesel locomotive left the works on September 1, 1931.
In the summer of 1932, production was moved to the larger Boultham Works, where the firm were eventually to become Britain&#039;s largest builder of diesel locomotives, with over 6,500 being built by the time production ceased in 1969. Almost as soon as the firm&#039;s 44/48HP 0-4-0 locomotives were making an appearance, an upgraded, more powerful 0-4-0 was on the drawing board. Although many of the features of the 44/48HP were retained for the new 80/88HP, such as the chain drive and running gear, a new type of transmission was fitted, along with Westinghouse airbrakes. The new power unit, Ruston&#039;s own 4VPB, delivered 80BHP at 1000rpm and was later supplanted by Ruston&#039;s improved 4VPH that delivered 88BHP, but it required compressed air to be injected into the cylinders to be able to start.
While running, an air reservoir was kept charged via the braking system, but after standing idle for a period the reservoir depleted and a secondary source was required to recharge the reservoir. This was achieved by fitting a small, secondary 1Â½HP &#039;donkey&#039; engine, giving rise to a distinctive raised cover on the right hand side of the engine compartment that differed in size and placement depending on the make of engine used. Two basic weight options were offered for the 80/88HP, of 17 tons and 20 tons, the difference being achieved by attaching weights to the outside frames, as well as to the front and rear buffer beams.
In 1941, Ruston&#039;s locomotive classifications were changed, with the 80/88HP becoming 88DS (with the narrow gauge versions being assigned the DSM and DSN suffix, and the broader gauges assigned DSW). Outward appearance changes to the &#039;standard&#039; locomotives were mainly confined to the cab area, with examples from mid-1947 replacing the open cab with a fully enclosed cab that featured several ad-hoc styles of front window. The final 88DS, 518494, left Boultham Works on 29 November 1967, bringing to an end a production run of 271 locomotives.
&amp;nbsp;</p></description>
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              <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 19:37:39 +0100</pubDate>
              <title>Hornby North British Distillery Co. Ruston &amp; Hornsby 88DS 0-4-0 - Era 6</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/oo-model-railways-c6/north-british-distillery-co-ruston-hornsby-88ds-0-4-0-era-6-p25363"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/north-british-distillery-co-ruston-hornsby-88ds-0-4-0-era-6-p25363-17881_thumb.jpg" alt="Hornby North British Distillery Co. Ruston &amp; Hornsby 88DS 0-4-0 - Era 6"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/oo-model-railways-c6/north-british-distillery-co-ruston-hornsby-88ds-0-4-0-era-6-p25363">Hornby North British Distillery Co. Ruston &amp; Hornsby 88DS 0-4-0 - Era 6</a></p>
<p>North British Distillery Co. Ltd, Ruston &amp;amp; Hornsby 88DS, 0-4-0, No. 4
Includes:
- Cab interior detailing
- 1875 North British Railway Ochre and red frames Livery
- North British Branding
- No extra side weights as per the prototype
- Electric lamps on front and rear&amp;nbsp;
- Separate lamp brackets
- Metal buffers with red shanks and heads
- Heavier Buffer beam as per the prototype
- Buffer guard irons
- NEM coupling pockets and blanking plates
- DCC Ready 6 Pin Socket
- Era 6
- OO Scale
Locomotive information and history:
Ruston 421415 was built new for the North British Distillery Co. Ltd, being delivered in March 1958 to their distillery in the Gorgie district of Edinburgh, around the period when the distillery was expanding to include the former Edinburgh Corporation Tramways depot. In 1973, the locomotive was donated to the fledgling Fife Railway Preservation Group, who located it at the Lochty Private Railway until its demise in 1994. 421415, now numbered NBD No. 4, has now been restored and wears the livery of the North British Railway.
Ruston &amp;amp; Hornsby Ltd, of Lincoln, was formed as the result of the merger between Ruston, Proctor &amp;amp; Co. Ltd and Richard Hornsby &amp;amp; Sons Ltd on September 11, 1918 and their first narrow gauge diesel locomotive left the works on September 1, 1931. In the summer of 1932, production was moved to the larger Boultham Works, where the firm were eventually to become Britain&#039;s largest builder of diesel locomotives, with over 6,500 being built by the time production ceased in 1969. Almost as soon as the firm&#039;s 44/48HP 0-4-0 locomotives were making an appearance, an upgraded, more powerful 0-4-0 was on the drawing board.
Although many of the features of the 44/48HP were retained for the new 80/88HP, such as the chain drive and running gear, a new type of transmission was fitted, along with Westinghouse airbrakes. The new power unit, Ruston&#039;s own 4VPB, delivered 80BHP at 1000rpm and was later supplanted by Ruston&#039;s improved 4VPH that delivered 88BHP, but it required compressed air to be injected into the cylinders to be able to start. While running, an air reservoir was kept charged via the braking system, but after standing idle for a period the reservoir depleted and a secondary source was required to recharge the reservoir. This was achieved by fitting a small, secondary 1½HP &#039;donkey&#039; engine, giving rise to a distinctive raised cover on the right hand side of the engine compartment that differed in size and placement depending on the make of engine used. Two basic weight options were offered for the 80/88HP, of 17 tons and 20 tons, the difference being achieved by attaching weights to the outside frames, as well as to the front and rear buffer beams.
In 1941, Ruston&#039;s locomotive classifications were changed, with the 80/88HP becoming 88DS (with the narrow gauge versions being assigned the DSM and DSN suffix, and the broader gauges assigned DSW). Outward appearance changes to the &#039;standard&#039; locomotives were mainly confined to the cab area, with examples from mid-1947 replacing the open cab with a fully enclosed cab that featured several ad-hoc styles of front window. The final 88DS, 518494, left Boultham Works on 29 November 1967, bringing to an end a production run of 271 locomotives.</p></description>
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              <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 19:34:59 +0100</pubDate>
              <title>Hornby BR, Ruston &amp; Hornsby 88DS, 0-4-0, Dept No. 84 - Era 6</title>
              <description><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/oo-model-railways-c6/br-ruston-hornsby-88ds-0-4-0-dept-no-84-era-6-p25362"><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/images/br-ruston-hornsby-88ds-0-4-0-dept-no-84-era-6-p25362-17877_thumb.jpg" alt="Hornby BR, Ruston &amp; Hornsby 88DS, 0-4-0, Dept No. 84 - Era 6"  class="lazyload" /></a>
<p><a href="http://www.monkbarmodelshop.co.uk/model-railways-c5/oo-model-railways-c6/br-ruston-hornsby-88ds-0-4-0-dept-no-84-era-6-p25362">Hornby BR, Ruston &amp; Hornsby 88DS, 0-4-0, Dept No. 84 - Era 6</a></p>
<p>BR, Ruston &amp;amp; Hornsby 88DS, 0-4-0, Dept No. 84 (York Based Engine)
Includes:&amp;nbsp;
- Cab interior detailing
- British Railways - North Eastern Region - Civil Engineering Dept Branding
- No extra side weights as per the prototype
- Electric lamps on front and rear
- Separate lamp brackets
- Metal buffers with red shanks and heads
- Heavier Buffer beam as per the prototype
- Buffer guard irons
- NEM coupling pockets and blanking plates
- DCC Ready 6 Pin Socket
- Era 6
- OO Scale
Locomotive information and history:
Ruston 432478 was built new for British Railways, being delivered in January 1959 to the North Eastern Region Civil Engineers Department at the Leeman Road Permanent Way Stockyard in York, one of six Ruston &amp;amp; Hornsby 88DS locomotives built for British Railways which were distributed between York, Dinsdale Depot, Etherley Tip, Crofton, Hartlepool and Darlington. As well as working shunting duties at Leeman Road, 432478 also worked at the York Central Concrete Depot, which is now the site of the Railway Museum&#039;s main visitor car park.
Ruston &amp;amp; Hornsby Ltd, of Lincoln, was formed as the result of the merger between Ruston, Proctor &amp;amp; Co. Ltd and Richard Hornsby &amp;amp; Sons Ltd on September 11, 1918 and their first narrow gauge diesel locomotive left the works on September 1, 1931. In the summer of 1932, production was moved to the larger Boultham Works, where the firm were eventually to become Britain&#039;s largest builder of diesel locomotives, with over 6,500 being built by the time production ceased in 1969. Almost as soon as the firm&#039;s 44/48HP 0-4-0 locomotives were making an appearance, an upgraded, more powerful 0-4-0 was on the drawing board.
Although many of the features of the 44/48HP were retained for the new 80/88HP, such as the chain drive and running gear, a new type of transmission was fitted, along with Westinghouse airbrakes. The new power unit, Ruston&#039;s own 4VPB, delivered 80BHP at 1000rpm and was later supplanted by Ruston&#039;s improved 4VPH that delivered 88BHP, but it required compressed air to be injected into the cylinders to be able to start. While running, an air reservoir was kept charged via the braking system, but after standing idle for a period the reservoir depleted and a secondary source was required to recharge the reservoir. This was achieved by fitting a small, secondary 1½HP &#039;donkey&#039; engine, giving rise to a distinctive raised cover on the right hand side of the engine compartment that differed in size and placement depending on the make of engine used. Two basic weight options were offered for the 80/88HP, of 17 tons and 20 tons, the difference being achieved by attaching weights to the outside frames, as well as to the front and rear buffer beams.
In 1941, Ruston&#039;s locomotive classifications were changed, with the 80/88HP becoming 88DS (with the narrow gauge versions being assigned the DSM and DSN suffix, and the broader gauges assigned DSW). Outward appearance changes to the &#039;standard&#039; locomotives were mainly confined to the cab area, with examples from mid-1947 replacing the open cab with a fully enclosed cab that featured several ad-hoc styles of front window. The final 88DS, 518494, left Boultham Works on 29 November 1967, bringing to an end a production run of 271 locomotives.
&amp;nbsp;</p></description>
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