{"product_id":"oo-br-early-k1-class-62046","title":"OO BR Early K1 Class 62046","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOO BR Early K1 Class 62046\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBranch Line Steam Locomotive:\u003c\/b\u003e OO scale model of the BR Class K1 2-6-0, designed for mixed-traffic duties on secondary and rural routes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEarly BR Livery:\u003c\/b\u003e Finished in early British Railways black with appropriate lining and numbering for period accuracy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompact Mixed-Traffic Design:\u003c\/b\u003e Ideal for both passenger and freight operations on smaller layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFine Steam Era Detailing:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes detailed pipework, valve gear, and tender features for enhanced realism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinished Model Dimensions (Approximate):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLength:\u003c\/b\u003e 20 cm (including tender)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWidth:\u003c\/b\u003e 3.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\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\u003ePrototype:\u003c\/b\u003e BR Class K1 Steam Locomotive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNumber:\u003c\/b\u003e 62046\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWheel Arrangement:\u003c\/b\u003e 2-6-0 (Mogul)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLivery:\u003c\/b\u003e Early BR Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Injection-moulded plastic with metal components\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\u003ePower Requirement:\u003c\/b\u003e OO gauge analogue or DCC-ready track system (depending on variant)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRecommended Age:\u003c\/b\u003e 14+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCouplings:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard OO couplings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e OO scale railway modellers recreating early British Railways branch lines, rural freight services, or mixed-traffic operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this locomotive matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Class K1 was introduced in the late 1940s as part of British Railways’ efforts to modernise steam operations with a versatile and efficient mixed-traffic locomotive. Its 2-6-0 wheel arrangement provided a balance of power and flexibility, making it well suited to lightly laid routes and varied duties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocomotives like 62046 were commonly seen hauling both passenger trains and freight consists across regional lines, particularly in Scotland and the North of England.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model captures the practical, hardworking nature of early BR steam, making it ideal for realistic period layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOperate on OO gauge layouts for branch line passenger services or light freight duties. Pairs well with short coaching sets or mixed goods wagons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo assembly, paint, or glue is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a detailed OO scale model. It is not a toy and is not recommended for children.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46669655736476,"sku":"R30503","price":359.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/R30503.webp?v=1776212837","url":"https:\/\/www.hobbyco.com.au\/products\/oo-br-early-k1-class-62046","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}