Hornby OO BR Rebuilt Merchant Navy Class 35028 "Clan Line" Preserved With Steam Generator
OO BR Rebuilt Merchant Navy Class 35028 “Clan Line” Preserved Steam Locomotive with Steam Generator by Hornby delivers authentic British mainline steam performance detail for OO gauge railway modellers and collectors focused on preserved express operations.
Featuring:
- Rebuilt Merchant Navy detailing: Captures the refined post-rebuild design with accurate casing, cab fittings, and Southern Region styling.
- Steam generator fitted specification: Represents preserved mainline condition with added visual realism for modern heritage rail operations.
- Preserved “Clan Line” livery: Detailed nameplates and numbering reflecting one of Britain’s most famous surviving Pacific locomotives.
- Fine running gear detail: Visible motion system and underframe piping designed for realistic movement on OO layouts.
- OO gauge compatibility: Runs on standard 1:76 OO track systems for seamless layout integration.
Finished Model Dimensions (Approximate)
- Length: 29.3 cm
- Width: 3.9 cm
- Height: 5.4 cm
Technical Specifications
- Scale: OO (1:76)
- Prototype: BR Rebuilt Merchant Navy Class 35028
- Name: “Clan Line”
- Wheel arrangement: 4-6-2 Pacific steam locomotive
- Era: British Railways rebuilt steam and modern preserved mainline operations
- Special feature: Steam generator fitted specification
- Material: Injection-moulded plastic with metal detailing components
- Track compatibility: OO gauge (16.5mm)
- Couplings: Standard OO tension lock
- Assembly: Ready-to-run
- Paint and glue: Not required
- Recommended age: 14+
Perfect for OO gauge steam enthusiasts, British Rail preserved mainline collectors, and modellers building modern heritage rail or Southern Region express layouts, backed by standard manufacturer detailing standards.
Why this locomotive matters
The Merchant Navy Class was designed for heavy express passenger work on the Southern Railway. After nationalisation, many were rebuilt by British Railways to improve reliability and simplify maintenance.
35028 “Clan Line” is one of the most famous preserved examples still operating on mainline rail tours today. It regularly appears on charter services across the UK, hauling heritage passenger trains at mainline speeds.
The steam generator fitted specification reflects its preserved touring role, where consistent steam heating and operational readiness are required for modern charter services.
How to use it
Place on OO gauge track and pair with express coaching stock for Southern Region or heritage rail tour formations. It suits modern preserved layouts and historical British Rail scenes. No assembly, paint, or glue required.
This is a detailed OO scale model locomotive. It is not a toy and should be handled with care due to fine detailing and delicate components.