Hornby OO Dublo LNER Class A4 4-6-2 2509 Silver Link 90th Anniversary Collection
OO Dublo LNER Class A4 4-6-2 2509 Silver Link 90th Anniversary Collection delivers premium collector detail and smooth performance for recreating one of Britain’s most famous streamlined steam locomotives.
Featuring:
- 90th Anniversary Edition: Special Hornby Dublo release celebrating 90 years of this iconic British model railway brand.
- Historic A4 Streamliner: Models LNER Class A4 No. 2509 Silver Link in the original silver-grey livery.
- Die-Cast Construction: Durable metal body with finely applied lining and authentic detailing.
- Ready-to-Run Performance: Smooth-running locomotive and tender designed for OO gauge layouts.
Finished Model Dimensions (Approximate):
- Length: 30.5 cm (including tender)
- Width: 4 cm
- Height: 6 cm
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: OO (1:76)
- Gauge: 16.5mm
- Manufacturer: Hornby Dublo
- Class: LNER Class A4 4-6-2 Pacific
- Locomotive Number: 2509
- Name: Silver Link
- Livery: LNER Silver Grey
- Era: Era 2 (1923–1947)
- Material: Die-cast metal and injection-moulded plastic
- Assembly: Ready-to-run
- Paint/Glue: Not required
- DCC Ready: Yes (decoder not included)
- Recommended Age: 14+
Perfect for: Collectors, LNER enthusiasts, and OO gauge modellers recreating the legendary Silver Jubilee express.
Why this kit matters
No. 2509 Silver Link was the first of Sir Nigel Gresley’s revolutionary A4 Pacific locomotives, introduced in 1935 to haul the prestigious Silver Jubilee service. Its streamlined design represented the pinnacle of pre-war British railway engineering and inspired the later A4 locomotives, including the world-famous Mallard.
This 90th Anniversary Collection edition celebrates both the debut of the iconic A4 class and Hornby Dublo’s enduring legacy in British railway modelling.
How to use it
Place the locomotive and tender on OO gauge track and pair it with streamlined LNER coaches for a stunning 1930s express train. Operates on analogue DC layouts and can be upgraded with a compatible DCC decoder for digital control.
This is a detailed scale model intended for collectors and hobbyists. It is not a toy.