Hornby R30301TXS Class 08 D3069 OO Gauge Sound-Fitted Model Locomotive

Model Overview

The Hornby R30301TXS BR Class 08 is a sound fitted diesel locomotive model in OO gauge, finished in green and presented as D3069. This ready-to-run model railway locomotive is a strong choice for enthusiasts who enjoy realistic shunter operation, authentic British Railways modelling, and compact motive power for yard and sidings scenes.

Railway Background

The BR Class 08 is one of the best known diesel shunters on Britain’s railways, and examples of the class remain a familiar sight on preserved lines and at railway yards. As an Era 5 model, this locomotive suits the later British Railways period, when diesel haulage increasingly replaced steam on the network.

Its short wheelbase and purposeful industrial look make the Class 08 ideal for practical shunting duties, both on a working layout and as part of a collection focused on BR diesel traction.

Model Railway Features

This Hornby model is designed for OO gauge layouts and offers the appeal of a detailed diesel locomotive with sound fitted for added realism. The model is built for smooth operation and is well suited to layout use, whether you are assembling a small yard scene or adding a reliable shunter to a larger branch line display.

• OO gauge model railway locomotive
• 1:76 scale
• BR Class 08 0-6-0 diesel shunter
• Sound fitted model
• Era 5: Late British Railways
• Finished in green
• Locomotive identity: D3069

Layout & Collection Use

This model railway train locomotive is a versatile addition for collectors of British diesel era stock and for modellers building realistic BR yard and depot scenes. It also sits well alongside other Hornby OO gauge models and rolling stock from the same period, helping create a convincing late British Railways atmosphere.

Whether you are expanding an established fleet or choosing a gift for a railway enthusiast, this Class 08 offers strong display appeal and practical running interest in equal measure.

Running and display details

The exact R30301TXS release depicts BR Class 08 D3069 in Era 5 green. Hornby specifies HM7000 sound fitted, sprung metal buffers, NEM tension-lock couplings and Radius 1 minimum curves. It is 12.4 cm long at 1:76 OO scale. The accessory pack includes pipework and coupling hooks. Match the supplied decoder’s instructions to a compatible power and control arrangement; track and controller are not included.

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