Description
Retro R685 BR High Speed Train Set
Embark on a nostalgic journey back to the 1970s and 1980s era of Hornby train sets with this British Rail High-Speed train set. Replicating the retro look of the famous Hornby R.685 train set, but with today’s quality and detail, this train set is the perfect toy to rekindle amazing childhood memories that can be shared with future generations.
The InterCity 125 High-Speed Trains were introduced by British Rail in 1976, operating 125mph services on the Great Western Main Line and the East Coast Main Line before being introduced to other lines as their use spread. Built at Crewe by BREL, the Class 43 are officially the fastest diesel trains in the world.
This train set comes complete with a pair of Class 43 diesel drive cars; one powered and the other a non-powered drive car.
An oval of track with a siding, a buffer stop and a controller with a mains power supply are also included in this set.
Details
The ideal way to get started in 1:76 scale model railways. This set includes everything you need to set up and begin your journey in this exciting hobby.
Features
- 1:76 Scale Model
- Analogue DC
- Track Included
- Controller Included
Contents
- 1 x 3 Car HST
- Hornby Track Set
- Analogue Controller with UK Power Pack
Loco Specifications
| Operator | BR |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 43 (HST) |
| Control Type | Analogue DC |
| Locomotive Power Type | Diesel |
Measurements
| Track Plan Length | 1550mm |
|---|---|
| Track Plan Width | 1130mm |
More Information
| SKU | R1289M |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Hornby |
| Barcode | 5063129044336 |
| Manufacturer Code | R1289M |
| Scale/Gauge | 1:76 Scale, OO Scale |
| Product Category | Model Railway Starter Sets, Model Railway Starter Sets\British |
| Product Type | Starter Set |
| Locomotive Control Setup | Analogue DC |
| Locomotive Power Type | Diesel |
| Continent/Region | UK |
| Country | British |
| Operator | BR |
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