Dapol OO GWR 43xx 2-6-0 Mogul 5370 BR Lined Black Early Crest

OO GWR 43xx 2-6-0 Mogul 5370 BR Lined Black (Early Crest)

Featuring:

• Prototype Accuracy: Based on the GWR 43xx Class 2-6-0 Mogul, representing BR early crest era livery for post-nationalisation operations.
• Scale & Gauge Compatibility: OO scale (1:76); suitable for standard OO gauge track systems.
• Construction & Finish: Injection-moulded plastic body with finely printed lining and numbering; detailed cab and chassis representation.
• Layout Integration: Compatible with standard OO couplings for easy integration into mixed passenger and freight consists.

Technical Specifications:

• Scale: OO (1:76)
• Model: GWR 43xx 2-6-0 Mogul No. 5370
• Livery: BR Lined Black – Early Crest
• Material: Injection-moulded plastic
• Assembly: Ready-to-run
• Paint/Glue: Not required
• Recommended Age: 14+
• Power Requirement: None (locomotive compatibility depends on chassis variant if motorised)
• Compatibility Notes: Suitable for OO gauge layouts and standard rolling stock systems

Perfect for: OO scale railway modellers focusing on British Railways steam transition-era operations, mixed freight duties, and branch line passenger services.

Why this model matters

The GWR 43xx Mogul class was a versatile mixed-traffic locomotive widely used across Great Western and later British Railways routes. In early crest BR livery, it reflects the transitional period where former GWR locomotives continued in active service under nationalisation, making it a key addition for historically accurate mid-20th-century layouts.

How to use it

Place on compatible OO gauge track and couple to appropriate rolling stock. Ensure wheel and coupling compatibility with your layout standards for smooth operation. No assembly, paint, or glue is required.

This is a plastic model. It is not a toy.