Hornby R3725X BR, Class 5101 Large Prairie, 2-6-2T, 4160 – Era 5 Locomotive – Steam

REGULAR PRICE: £96.36

Operator/Livery: Late BR
Gauge: 00
Period : Era 5 (1956 – 1968)
Length 165mm
Designer : Charles Collett

Product description

Product Description

Stunning locomotives to bring your miniature world to life. Hornby’s stunning model locomotives span the golden age of steam right up to the latest intercity trains. So wherever and whenever your model railway is set, there is a wide choice of engines, all in the correct livery and with appropriate rolling stock available. Whichever you choose, you are guaranteed beautiful, detailed models for any OO-gauge electric layout. Built at Swindon Works under Lot No. 369 during August 1948, Diagram A9 Class 5101 ‘Large Prairie’ No. 4160 entered traffic on 6 September, 1948 at Barry Shed, where it stayed until 3 October, 1953. Staying in Wales, 4160 worked from Merthyr Tydfil and Radyr until October 5, 1964, when it moved to Severn Valley Junction. Condemned in June 1965, it was purchased for preservation and is currently at Llangollen Railway, awaiting restoration. Please note, box and model dimensions are shown as identical however only represent the box/package size.