Hornby OO LNER Class A3 4-6-2 103 Flying Scotsman WWII 80th Anniversary Collection
OO LNER Class A3 4-6-2 No. 103 Flying Scotsman WWII 80th Anniversary Collection delivers historic significance and premium detail for collectors and OO gauge railway enthusiasts.
Featuring:
- 80th Anniversary Edition: Special commemorative release marking 80 years since the end of the Second World War.
- Historic Wartime Livery: Models No. 103 Flying Scotsman in its austere LNER wartime black finish.
- Detailed Steam Locomotive: Finely reproduced bodywork with tender, authentic lining, and realistic running gear.
- Ready-to-Run Performance: Smooth-running locomotive suitable for OO gauge layouts.
Finished Model Dimensions (Approximate):
- Length: 28.5 cm (including tender)
- Width: 4 cm
- Height: 6 cm
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: OO (1:76)
- Gauge: 16.5mm
- Manufacturer: Hornby
- Class: LNER Class A3 4-6-2 Pacific
- Locomotive Number: 103
- Name: Flying Scotsman
- Livery: LNER Wartime Black
- 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 of commemorative railway models, Flying Scotsman enthusiasts, and OO gauge modellers recreating wartime Britain.
Why this kit matters
Flying Scotsman is the most famous steam locomotive in the world. During the Second World War, locomotives were repainted in plain black liveries to reduce maintenance and reflect wartime austerity. This model captures No. 103 as it would have appeared while supporting Britain’s vital rail transport network during the war years.
This special edition honours both the enduring legacy of Flying Scotsman and the 80th anniversary of the Allied victory in 1945.
How to use it
Place the locomotive and tender on OO gauge track and pair it with period passenger coaches or wartime stock. 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.