This First Great Western Dynamic Lines livery handsomely highlights the now classic design lines of this iconic British train. Operating on the Western Region mainline their services offer fast efficient travel from London Paddington to the West and South West of England. The powerful 5 pole motor fitted to the Hornby FGW drive unit ensures that the model can handle with considerable ease a scale length HST. MANUFACTURER: Hornby Model: R2812 First Great Western HST Pack
In 1986 British Rail introduced the dramatically different Executive livery onto their high speed InterCity services bringing a totally fresh look to the whole of the High Speed Train fleet and service. During the early days of this livery it was quite common to see the trains made up of coaches in both in the new Executive livery and the older BR blue. Note that these units are only suitable for operation on second radius curved track or greater. MANUFACTURER:Hornby Model:R2702X BR InterCity Executive HST Pack - DCC Ftd
After refurbishment during the years 1988 - 1990 which included the fitting of fluorescent lights and a public address system amongst other changes the units were reclassified as Class 423/1. The Hornby example is representative of the relevant unit after the changes and carries the pre-privatisation livery of Network Southeast. MANUFACTURER: Hornby Model: R2947 NSE Class 423 VEP Train Pack
Young or old, keen modeller or just a beginner, the Hornby RailRoad range answers the needs of many and is a perfect complement to the variety of locomotives, rolling stock, track, buildings, and accessories that can be found in the current Hornby catalogue. Devoid of easily damaged detail parts the suitably livered RailRoad locomotives are fitted with efficient drive mechanisms and have pickups on all drive wheels ensuring smooth running. All the RailRoad models are fitted with the standard Hornby hook and bar type couplings and will therefore easily couple to those locomotives and rolling stock in both the standard Hornby and Thomas & Friends ranges. With this in mind it is easy to see that those models that make up the Hornby RailRoad range are a simple and cost effective way of adding to a train set providing a suitable and most appropriate stepping stone into the varied and fascinating World of model railways.The introductory range offers not only a selection of individual locomotives, rolling stock and accessories but an assortment of train and wagon packs ideally suited for either train set rolling stock enhancements or for those who wish to experiment and try their hands at developing their modelling techniques!Manufacturer: Hornby Model: R2669 BR Diesel Freight Pack
An iconic train linked with an instantly recognised livery! Virgin Trains have been a force on the rail network for several years offering a dynamic service and using dynamic trains. The Virgin HSTs were once a common sight on the West Coast Main Line between 1996 and 2004, and for many these trains were the ideal synergy between two instantly recognized design icons. Note that these units are only suitable for operation on second radius curved track or greater. MANUFACTURER: Hornby Model: R2704 Virgin Trains HST Train Pack - DCC Ready
Young or old, keen modeller or just a beginner, the Hornby RailRoad range answers the needs of many and is a perfect complement to the variety of locomotives, rolling stock, track, buildings, and accessories that can be found in the current Hornby catalogue. Devoid of easily damaged detail parts the suitably livered RailRoad locomotives are fitted with efficient drive mechanisms and have pickups on all drive wheels ensuring smooth running. All the RailRoad models are fitted with the standard Hornby hook and bar type couplings and will therefore easily couple to those locomotives and rolling stock in both the standard Hornby and Thomas & Friends ranges. With this in mind it is easy to see that those models that make up the Hornby RailRoad range are a simple and cost effective way of adding to a train set providing a suitable and most appropriate stepping stone into the varied and fascinating World of model railways.The introductory range offers not only a selection of individual locomotives, rolling stock and accessories but an assortment of train and wagon packs ideally suited for either train set rolling stock enhancements or for those who wish to experiment and try their hands at developing their modelling techniques!Manufacturer: Hornby Model: R6365 Breakdown Train -20T Brake Van, Crane, LWB Open
The Wrexham & Shropshire train service first started operating in April 2008 running a service from Wrexham to London via Shropshire. The trains they operate are made up of Class 67 locomotives, Mk3 coaches and Mk3 DVTs. The Hornby train pack includes a suitably liveried Class 67 and a Mk3 DVT. MANUFACTURER: Hornby Model: R2951 Wrexham And Shropshire Class 67 And DVT Train Pack
In 2004 EWS commissioned the creation of a special Company Train (CoT) or Manager's Train to provide a replacement to the company's rather aged inspection saloon. The train was based on a high speed push pull concept using a Class 67, 3 Mk3 trailer coaches and an exWest Coast Mainline Mk3 DVT. Effectively an office on wheels the train is capable of speeds of 125 mph and was also used for driver training as well as other EWS company functions. MANUFACTURER: Hornby Model: R2890 EWS Managers Train Pack
The sleek 21st Century Hitachi Class 395 high-speed commuter trains are due to come into service on the South Eastern network in late 2009. Based upon Hitachis successful 'A Train' technology, they are designed to travel the local lines in Kent reaching their optimum speed of 225 km/h on the new CTRL line into London. The aim of the trains will be to drastically reduce the average commuter time from stations on the Kent coast including Folkestone and Ramsgate into London, St. Pancras. Operated by Southeastern trains this new class of EMU will be a major part of the transport communication link during the Olympic Games in 2012 with the train ferrying passengers to and from Stratford International. Working closely with the Hitachi design team this dramatic new model from Hornby will capture the shear elegance and lines of the full size prototype. The Hornby pack will contain 2 Driver Trailer Second Open drive cars (one powered), plus 2 Open Second coaches and with the addition of two extra Open Second coaches available separately, a full size Class 395 can be assembled. MANUFACTURER: Hornby Model: R2821 Hitachi Class 395 EMU
This stunning 4 car Pendolino pack is representative of Virgin Trains latest state of the art passenger train. The new Hornby 4 car model is ready to use straight out of the box. Designed to capture the real essence and style of its full size counterpart, the Pendolino certainly can show off its accurate tilting mechanism especially when the train travels at speed around bends. Each Power Car unit is fitted with directional lights plus a Hornby Digital decoder so that the lights can be switched on and off even when the train is in motion! Manufacturer: HornbyModel: R2467X VIRGIN Pendolino Train Pack - DCC Fitted
In order to provide passenger back up service in case of failures in their Voyager or Pendolino fleet, Virgin Trains invested in a rake of Mk3 coaches and DVT stock so that if breakdowns or the need for an extra service was called for the Virgin Charter Relief Train could be called upon to provide the back up support if needed.The motive power is provided by EWS which along with the coaching stock is the inspiration of this new Hornby Train Pack. MANUFACTURER: Hornby Model: R2955 Virgin Charter Relief Train Pack
An iconic train linked with an instantly recognised livery! Virgin Trains have been a force on the rail network for several years offering a dynamic service and using dynamic trains. The Virgin HSTs were once a common sight on the West Coast Main Line between 1996 and 2004, and for many these trains were the ideal synergy between two instantly recognized design icons. Note that these units are only suitable for operation on second radius curved track or greater. MANUFACTURER: Hornby Model: R2704X Virgin Trains HST Train Pack - DCC Fitted
In 1986 British Rail introduced the dramatically different Executive livery onto their high speed InterCity services bringing a totally fresh look to the whole of the High Speed Train fleet and service. During the early days of this livery it was quite common to see the trains made up of coaches in both in the new Executive livery and the older BR blue. Note that these units are only suitable for operation on second radius curved track or greater. MANUFACTURER: Hornby Model:R2702 BR Intercity Executive HST Pack - DCC Ready
A new service and a new look! The Grand Central High Speed Trains first started to roll out of the paint shop during the latter half of 2007. Operating a service from the North East of England to London, the High Speed Train units carrying the livery inspired by the icons of American train travel as well as Hollywood of the Fifties, turn admiring heads when either stationary or while powering along the main line. Note that these units are only suitable for operation on second radius curved track or greater. Manufacturer: Hornby Model: R2705 Grand Central Trains HST Pack - DCC Ready
When first introduced onto the main line the Paxman-Valenta powered HSTs bought a new and dynamic excitement to high speed rail travel in the 1970s, it is therefore quite fitting that the first totally new Hornby Class 43 HST units should carry the original livery of blue and yellow. Note that these units are only suitable for operation on second radius curved track or greater. Manufacturer: Hornby Model: R2071 BR Intercity 125 HST Pack - DCC Ready
After refurbishment during the years 1988 - 1990 which included the fitting of fluorescent lights and a public address system amongst other changes the units were reclassified as Class 423/1. The Hornby example is representative of the relevant unit after the changes and carries the pre-privatisation livery of Network Southeast. MANUFACTURER: Hornby Model: 2947X NSE Class 423 VEP Train Pack - DCC Fitted
This 4 car unit is presented in the earlier BR Blue livery of the period and is representative of the 'slam door' commuter train so prevalent on the Southern network in the later half of the last century. MANUFACTURER: Hornby Model: R2946X BR Class 423 VEP Train Pack- DCC Fitted
A new service and a new look! The Grand Central High Speed Trains first started to roll out of the paint shop during the latter half of 2007. Operating a service from the North East of England to London, the High Speed Train units carrying the livery inspired by the icons of American train travel as well as Hollywood of the Fifties, turn admiring heads when either stationary or while powering along the main line. Note that these units are only suitable for operation on second radius curved track or greater. Manufacturer: Hornby Model: R2705X Grand Central Trains HST Pack - DCC Fitted
This handsomely liveried High Speed Train is in the livery of the Great North Eastern Railway which was one of the original post-privatisation railway companies to operate on the British network. Operating on the East Coast Main Line their services offered fast efficient travel from London Kings Cross to North of England and Scotland. The high visibility doors denote that this unit is the GNER livery post 2004. Note that these units are only suitable for operation on second radius curved track or greater. MANUFACTURER: Hornby Model: R2703 GNER HST Pack - DCC Ready
This handsomely liveried High Speed Train is in the livery of the Great North Eastern Railway which was one of the original post-privatisation railway companies to operate on the British network. Operating on the East Coast Main Line their services offered fast efficient travel from London Kings Cross to North of England and Scotland. The high visibility doors denote that this unit is the GNER livery post 2004. Note that these units are only suitable for operation on second radius curved track or greater. MANUFACTURER: Hornby Model: R2703X GNER HST Pack - DCC Fitted
Young or old, keen modeller or just a beginner, the Hornby RailRoad range answers the needs of many and is a perfect complement to the variety of locomotives, rolling stock, track, buildings, and accessories that can be found in the current Hornby catalogue. Devoid of easily damaged detail parts the suitably livered RailRoad locomotives are fitted with efficient drive mechanisms and have pickups on all drive wheels ensuring smooth running. All the RailRoad models are fitted with the standard Hornby hook and bar type couplings and will therefore easily couple to those locomotives and rolling stock in both the standard Hornby and Thomas & Friends ranges. With this in mind it is easy to see that those models that make up the Hornby RailRoad range are a simple and cost effective way of adding to a train set providing a suitable and most appropriate stepping stone into the varied and fascinating World of model railways.The introductory range offers not only a selection of individual locomotives, rolling stock and accessories but an assortment of train and wagon packs ideally suited for either train set rolling stock enhancements or for those who wish to experiment and try their hands at developing their modelling techniques!Manufacturer: Hornby Model: R2670 GWR Freight Pack