Hornby BR Thompson Class A2/3 No 60521 Watling Street OO Gauge Steam Locomotive Model Kit
Hornby BR Late Thompson Class A2/3 "Watling Street" No 60521 OO gauge steam locomotive with metal sprung buffers. Includes accessory pack (drain cocks, vacuum pipes, front steps, flanged pony truck wheelset). Upgradable to HM7000 control with 21-pin decoder (sold separately). 1 year warranty.
£215.00
Description
Model Overview
The Hornby BR Late Thompson Cl A2-3 “Watling Street” No 60521 is a finely detailed OO gauge model railway locomotive for collectors and modellers. This steam locomotive model captures the late British Railways appearance in green livery with BR logo and offers authentic fittings including sprung metal buffers and NEM couplings. It is described as upgraded to HM7000 control by adding a 21-pin decoder (sold separately).
About Hornby
Hornby has a long-standing reputation among British railway enthusiasts for producing accurate and well engineered OO gauge models. Their attention to detail and operational reliability make Hornby model railway locomotives a popular choice for both display and working layouts.
Railway Background
The Thompson A2-3 class represents a postwar British steam era locomotive design used by British Railways. This model reflects the late BR styling and is suitable for layouts depicting the mid 20th century steam period on British lines.
Model Railway Features
- Gauge: OO gauge
- Power type: steam locomotive
- Control upgrade: HM7000 control compatible by adding a 21-pin decoder (sold separately)
- Fittings: sprung metal buffers, NEM couplings
- Accessory pack: drain cocks, vacuum pipes, front steps, flanged pony truck wheelset
- Finish: British Railways logo and green livery
- Part Number: R30394
- Model: R30394
- Warranty: 1 Year Warranty
- Colour: Multicolor
Who This Train Set Is For
This Hornby model railway locomotive suits collectors of British steam locomotive models, hobby modellers building OO gauge layouts and anyone seeking a detailed representation of a Thompson A2-3 in late BR condition.
Modelling Notes
The model is supplied with additional detail parts in the accessory pack to enhance realism on layout or display cabinets. Its NEM couplings and sprung buffers make it straightforward to integrate with existing rolling stock. Ideal for expanding an OO gauge train set or as a standout display piece in a collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
What scale is this model?
This is an OO gauge scale model. The product description and specifications list it as OO Gauge, suitable for OO scale layouts and collectors.
Is a decoder included for digital control?
No. The model is upgraded to HM7000 control by adding a 21-pin decoder, which is sold separately.
What accessories are included with the model kit?
The accessory pack includes drain cocks, vacuum pipes, front steps and a flanged pony truck wheelset, supplied with the model.
What coupling and buffer features does it have?
The model features sprung metal buffers and NEM couplings, providing reliable connection and an authentic appearance on layouts.
What livery does it come in and is there a warranty?
This locomotive is finished in a distinctive British Railways logo and green livery and comes with a 1 Year Warranty.
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Specification: Hornby BR Thompson Class A2/3 No 60521 Watling Street OO Gauge Steam Locomotive Model Kit
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