Hornby Intercity 125 High Speed Train TT:120 (1:120) Model Kit TT1004M

Model Overview

Celebrate high speed British rail with the Hornby TT1004M InterCity 125 train set from the TT:120 range. This compact 1:120 scale model railway train set represents the famous InterCity 125 high speed service and arrives sound fitted with app control as an engine building kit, making it an engaging project and display model for TT Gauge collectors and modellers.

About Hornby

Hornby has been a leading name in British model railways since 1920, famed for detailed models, accessible starter sets and a wide range of locomotives, rolling stock and scenery. The TT:120 range expands Hornby’s offering into a table top scale that suits smaller layouts while retaining the brand’s attention to detail.

Railway Background

The InterCity 125 is a high speed express train that transformed UK main line services. This model references that high speed heritage and the working examples used to monitor the network, with 43062 noted as being named “John Armitt”. The real trains were used on express passenger duties and are an iconic part of modern British railway history.

Model Railway Features

• Gauge: TT Gauge
• Scale: 1:120
• Power type: electric locomotive
• Sound: sound fitted
• Control: app control
• Part Number: TT1004M
• Model: TT1004M
• Colour: Multicolor
• Size: TT Gauge (1:120)

Who This Train Set Is For

This Hornby model is ideal for enthusiasts who want a compact high speed train for a small layout, collectors of British modern traction, and modellers who enjoy an engine building kit with sound and app-controlled operation. It also makes a special gift for anyone moving from larger scales to a space-saving TT layout.

Modelling Notes

The TT:120 scale sits neatly between OO and N, offering a table top footprint that is easy to store. The set is compatible with other Hornby TT:120 items for layout expansion. With clear instructions and an approachable build, it suits both experienced modellers looking to add a compact high speed locomotive and newcomers seeking a feature-rich starter project.

Frequently Asked Questions

What scale is this model kit?

Scale: 1:120 (TT Gauge). Part number and model are TT1004M and the colour is multicolour. It’s a TT:120 scale model for compatible layouts.

Is this kit compatible with other TT:120 layouts?

Yes. The set is fully compatible with all TT120 model railway gauge layouts and designed to expand your Hornby TT:120 collection with locomotives, rolling stock and track.

Is this model kit suitable for beginners?

Yes, the product is described as an easy assembly electric train set with easy-to-follow instructions and a user-friendly track assembly system, suitable for young and old hobbyists.

Does the kit include sound and app control?

Yes. The title specifies the Intercity 125 set is sound fitted and offers app control as a sound-fitted electric train kit with app-enabled features.

How easy is the assembly and setup?

Assembly is marketed as hassle-free, with easy-to-follow instructions and a user-friendly track assembly system, making setup straightforward for both children and adult modellers.

Is this a good gift and suitable for small displays?

Yes. It’s promoted as an ideal train gift for enthusiasts of all ages; TT:120 is smaller than ’00’, fitting baseboards and small spaces at home.