Dapol OO GWR 43xx 2-6-0 Mogul 4377 GWR Shirtbutton

OO GWR 43xx 2-6-0 Mogul 4377 GWR Shirtbutton

Featuring:

• Authentic GWR Locomotive: Detailed OO scale model of Great Western Railway 43xx Class Mogul No. 4377, finished in the classic GWR green livery with the iconic Shirtbutton emblem.
• Powerful Mixed-Traffic Design: Represents the versatile 2-6-0 Mogul locomotive used extensively for both freight and passenger duties across the GWR network.
• Ready-to-Run Operation: Factory assembled and decorated with fine lining, realistic detailing, and smooth running performance for immediate layout use.
• Layout Compatibility: Designed for OO gauge track systems and compatible with standard OO rolling stock and accessories.

Technical Specifications:

• Scale: OO (1:76)
• Gauge: OO Gauge (16.5mm)
• Class: GWR 43xx Mogul
• Running Number: 4377
• Livery: GWR Green with Shirtbutton Crest
• Wheel Arrangement: 2-6-0
• Power Type: Steam Locomotive
• Assembly: Ready-to-Run
• Paint/Glue: Not required
• Recommended Age: 14+
• Track Compatibility: Suitable for OO gauge layouts
• Included: One OO scale steam locomotive

Perfect for: Great Western Railway enthusiasts, steam locomotive collectors, and OO gauge railway modellers recreating British railway operations from the 1920s through to the early British Railways era.

Why this locomotive matters

The GWR 43xx Class Moguls were among the most successful mixed-traffic locomotives operated by the Great Western Railway. Designed by George Jackson Churchward and introduced from 1911, these engines combined strong hauling power with operational flexibility, making them suitable for passenger services, freight trains, and branch line duties.

Locomotive No. 4377 carries the distinctive GWR Shirtbutton emblem introduced during the 1930s, one of the most recognisable liveries in British railway history. The class served across the GWR network for decades and became a mainstay of railway operations throughout Wales, the West Country, and western England.

How to use it

This ready-to-run OO scale locomotive can be placed directly onto compatible OO gauge track. Couple it to passenger coaches or freight wagons to recreate authentic Great Western Railway operations. Regular cleaning of wheels and track will help maintain reliable performance and smooth running.

This is a detailed scale model intended for collectors and hobbyists. It is not a toy.