{"product_id":"oo-br-castle-class-5071-spitfire","title":"OO BR Castle Class 5071 \"Spitfire\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOO BR Castle Class 5071 \"Spitfire\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGWR Castle Class Design:\u003c\/b\u003e OO scale model of the iconic Great Western Railway Castle Class, representing one of the most powerful express passenger steam locomotive designs of its era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDetailed Bodywork:\u003c\/b\u003e Finely moulded boiler, cab, and tender with accurate GWR styling and period-correct detailing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAuthentic Livery Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Precision printed lining and insignia capturing the classic BR-era presentation of preserved and operational Castle Class locomotives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHigh-Quality Construction:\u003c\/b\u003e Injection-moulded plastic body with crisp detailing for display and operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale \u0026amp; Gauge Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e OO scale (1:76); suitable for OO gauge track systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLayout Integration:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard OO couplings for compatibility with GWR and BR express passenger coaching stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale:\u003c\/b\u003e OO (1:76)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e BR Castle Class 5071 \"Spitfire\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e Steam Locomotive (Express Passenger)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRegion:\u003c\/b\u003e Great Western Railway \/ British Railways\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Injection-moulded plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/b\u003e Ready-to-run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePaint\/Glue:\u003c\/b\u003e Not required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRecommended Age:\u003c\/b\u003e 14+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePower Requirement:\u003c\/b\u003e OO gauge controller (DCC-ready if applicable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompatibility Notes:\u003c\/b\u003e Suitable for mainline express passenger layouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e OO scale modellers recreating GWR express passenger services, BR Western Region operations, and classic British mainline steam eras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this model matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GWR Castle Class was one of the most successful express passenger locomotive families in British railway history, designed for sustained high-speed performance on principal mainline routes. It became a symbol of Great Western Railway engineering excellence and remained influential through the British Railways era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model is ready-to-run for OO gauge layouts and is suitable for express passenger service or display. No assembly, paint, or glue is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a detailed scale model and not a toy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46669658882204,"sku":"R30559","price":374.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/R30559.jpg?v=1776216929","url":"https:\/\/www.hobbyco.com.au\/products\/oo-br-castle-class-5071-spitfire","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}