Hornby R30407 OO Great Eastern Railway - Class J15 - 564

OO Great Eastern Railway Class J15 No. 564 delivers authentic Victorian-era steam locomotive detail for heritage OO gauge railway layouts.

Featuring:

• Historic GER Locomotive: Finely detailed model of the Great Eastern Railway Class J15 0-6-0 tender locomotive, numbered 564.
• OO Scale Accuracy: Built to OO scale (1:76) for seamless integration with standard OO gauge track systems.
• Ready-to-Run Operation: Supplied fully assembled, painted, and decorated for immediate use straight from the box.
• Reliable Performance: Smooth-running mechanism ideal for branch line goods trains and heritage passenger services.

Technical Specifications:

• Scale: OO (1:76)
• Wheel Arrangement: 0-6-0
• Railway Company: Great Eastern Railway
• Locomotive Number: 564
• Era: Victorian to early 20th century
• Assembly: Ready-to-run
• Paint/Glue: Not required
• Power Type: Electric model locomotive
• Recommended Age: 14+
• Track Compatibility: OO gauge

Perfect for: Modellers recreating Great Eastern Railway branch lines, Edwardian goods operations, or collectors of classic British steam locomotives.

Why this kit matters

The Great Eastern Railway Class J15, originally introduced in 1883 under James Holden, became one of Britain's most enduring 0-6-0 tender locomotives. Designed for mixed-traffic duties, these dependable engines hauled freight and local passenger services across East Anglia for more than seven decades. Their longevity and understated design make them a favourite among enthusiasts of pre-Grouping and early LNER operations.

How to use it

Place the locomotive and tender on powered OO gauge track, couple to your chosen rolling stock, and operate using your DC or DCC system if applicable. The J15 is ideal for short goods trains, branch line coaches, and rural shunting duties.

This is a detailed scale model intended for collectors. It is not a toy and is recommended for ages 14 and above.