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Hornby OO Gauge Class A4 4-6-2 - Available Now
Tuesday, June 30 2020
by Jack Morgan
Hornby OO Class A4 4-6-2
Hornby produce a OO gauge model of one of the world’s most iconic steam locomotives - the LNER Class A4 4-6-2. The highly detailed model covers the class in a range of liveries and conditions. Available both as a single locomotive or as part of special train packs - there's always a place for this fantastic locomotive in your collection.
Features on this model include:
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Digital and Sound capability - 8-pin socket
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Sprung buffers
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NEM couplings
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5-pole motor
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Intricate livery details
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Separately fitted detailing parts
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Cab detail
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Coal load included
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Diecast chassis
Available Now
R3737 - 60022 "Mallard" in BR blue with early emblem - £162
R3402 - Queen of Scots Train Pack with Class A4 4-6-2 in LNER garter blue and three pullman coaches - Limited Edition of 1000 - £310
Prototype Information
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4468 "Mallard" at Barrow Hill Depot in 2012. ©Hugh Llewelyn
London and North Eastern Railway locomotive numbered 4468 Mallard is a Class A4 4-6-2 Pacific steam locomotive built at Doncaster, England in 1938. It is historically significant as the holder of the world speed record for steam locomotives at 126 mph (203 km/h). The A4 class was designed by Sir Nigel Gresley to power high-speed streamlined trains. The wind-tunnel-tested, aerodynamic body and high power allowed the class to reach speeds of over 100 miles per hour (160 km/h), although in everyday service it rarely attained this speed.
(Information provided by Wikipedia)
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Type of Locomotive
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Steam |
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Wheel Formation
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4-6-2 |
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Builder
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LNER Doncaster Works |
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Build Date
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1938 |
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Top Speed
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126 mph |
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Tractive Effort
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35,455 lbf |
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Operated By
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LNER & British Railways |
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Main Duties
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Express Passenger |
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In Service Until
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1963 |
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