N A1 Flying Scotsman 4472 LNER Apple Green + 4 Teak Coaches
Featuring:
- Iconic LNER steam locomotive: Representation of the legendary Flying Scotsman in classic Apple Green livery, paired with traditional teak coaching stock.
- Detailed OO scale rolling stock: Fine panel line detailing and realistic coach finishes capturing the look of historic LNER passenger services.
- Ready-to-run design: Fully assembled locomotive and coaches with free-rolling wheelsets for smooth OO gauge operation.
Finished Model Dimensions (Approximate):
- Locomotive Length: 15 cm
- Each Coach Length: 12 cm
- Full Set Length (Locomotive + 4 Coaches): 63 cm
- Width: 3.5 cm
- Height: 5 cm
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: OO (1:76)
- Model: LNER Flying Scotsman 4472 with 4 Teak Coaches
- Material: Injection-moulded plastic
- Assembly: Ready-to-run
- Paint/Glue: Not required
- Recommended Age: 14+
- Power Requirement: None (non-powered display model)
- Included: 1 locomotive + 4 passenger coaches
- Compatibility: OO gauge track systems
Perfect for: OO gauge railway enthusiasts, British steam era collectors, and hobby builders creating classic LNER passenger express layouts.
Why this model matters
The LNER A1 class Flying Scotsman 4472 is one of the most famous steam locomotives in railway history. Designed by Sir Nigel Gresley, it entered service in 1923 and became the first steam locomotive officially recorded at 100 mph, marking a milestone in British railway engineering.
During its service life, Flying Scotsman hauled express passenger services between London and Edinburgh, becoming a symbol of speed, reliability, and prestige on the East Coast Main Line. Its Apple Green livery remains one of the most recognised colour schemes in railway modelling and heritage preservation.
The included teak coaches reflect the elegant wooden-bodied rolling stock used by the LNER during the same era. These coaches were known for their distinctive varnished finish and formed part of premium long-distance passenger services across Britain.
How to use it
Place the locomotive and coaches on OO gauge track and couple the set into formation. Ensure track is clean for smooth running if used with powered locomotives. Suitable for display layouts or operating heritage-style passenger services.
This is a plastic model. Assembly, paint, and glue are not required. It is not a toy.