N Terrier A1 No. 55 "Stepney" – LBSC Stroud Improved Green
Featuring:
- Iconic Terrier Locomotive: N scale A1 Terrier steam locomotive No. 55 "Stepney" finished in the attractive London, Brighton & South Coast Railway (LBSC) Stroud Improved Green livery.
- N Gauge Compatibility: Designed for N gauge (9mm) track systems, ideal for compact layouts and detailed railway scenes.
- Authentic Historic Detailing: Features accurate LBSC lining, numbering, and detailing that captures the appearance of one of Britain's most famous tank locomotives.
- Ready-to-Run Operation: Factory assembled and ready for immediate service on compatible N gauge layouts.
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: N Scale (1:148)
- Gauge: N Gauge (9mm)
- Class: LBSC A1 Terrier 0-6-0T
- Number: 55
- Name: Stepney
- Livery: LBSC Stroud Improved Green
- Material: Injection-moulded plastic with metal components
- Assembly: Ready-to-run
- Paint/Glue: Not required
- Power: Electric motor powered via track
- Recommended Age: 14+
- Compatibility Notes: Suitable for N gauge track systems
- Included: One N scale Terrier steam locomotive
Finished Model Dimensions (Approximate):
- Scale: N (1:148)
- Gauge: 9mm
Perfect For:
N gauge railway modellers recreating Victorian and Edwardian railway operations, LBSC branch lines, heritage railways, and historically accurate Southern England layouts.
Why this model matters
The A1 Terrier class ranks among Britain's most famous and long-lived steam locomotive designs. Built by the London, Brighton & South Coast Railway, these compact yet powerful tank engines became synonymous with branch line and local passenger services throughout Southern England.
No. 55 "Stepney" is particularly well known among railway enthusiasts due to its preservation history and association with heritage railways. Finished in LBSC Stroud Improved Green, the locomotive represents the elegant appearance of the class during the late Victorian era under the management of William Stroudley.
How to use it
Place the locomotive on compatible N gauge track and operate using a suitable controller. Pair it with Victorian or Edwardian coaching stock, branch line trains, or heritage railway formations for authentic operation. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations regarding running-in and maintenance.
This is a scale model locomotive. It is not a toy.