OO Glenochil Yeast Factory Ruston & Hornsby 88DS
Featuring:
- Industrial Shunter Prototype Detail: OO scale model of the Ruston & Hornsby 88DS, built for factory and private siding operations with compact shunting capability.
- Glenochil Yeast Factory Livery: Industrial branding inspired by real British food production rail operations, reflecting dedicated on-site locomotive use.
- Compact Yard Operation Design: Short wheelbase suited for tight curves, factory sidings, and confined industrial spaces.
- OO Gauge Compatibility: Designed for 1:76 layouts and standard OO track systems for smooth freight yard integration.
Finished Model Dimensions (Approximate):
- Length: 8 cm
- Width: 3 cm
- Height: 4 cm
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: OO (1:76)
- Prototype: Ruston & Hornsby 88DS Diesel Shunter
- Operator Theme: Glenochil Yeast Factory
- Material: Injection-moulded plastic with fine detailing
- Assembly: Ready-to-run
- Paint/Glue: Not required
- Power Requirement: None
- Recommended Age: 14+
- Couplings: OO standard fitted
Perfect for: OO scale railway modellers building industrial sidings, food production facilities, and realistic freight operations layouts.
Why this locomotive matters
The Ruston & Hornsby 88DS served industries that relied on constant rail movement inside private sites such as factories and processing plants. Locomotives like this worked away from mainline traffic, handling wagons within tight industrial networks.
The Glenochil Yeast Factory connection reflects real-world rail-served food production sites in the UK, where dedicated shunters moved raw materials and finished goods between production lines and national rail networks.
This model highlights the hidden side of rail freight operations that kept industrial supply chains running.
How to use it
Place on OO gauge track for industrial shunting, wagon marshalling, or factory siding operations. It works best in compact layouts or detailed freight yards.
No assembly, paint, or glue is required.
This is a detailed OO scale model. It is not a toy and is not recommended for children.