OO LNER Gresley Corridor Teak Coaches Third Class deliver an authentic representation of standard passenger accommodation used on LNER express and secondary services during the steam era.
Featuring:
- Third Class Interior Layout: Realistic seating arrangement reflecting historical economy-class passenger compartments.
- Gresley Teak Finish: Classic wood-panelled exterior with finely printed detailing representing polished teak-bodied stock.
- Corridor Coach Design: Full-length side corridor configuration allowing seamless passenger movement between compartments.
- Ready-to-Run Build: Fully assembled with free-rolling wheelsets for smooth operation in passenger formations.
Finished Model Dimensions (Approximate)
- Length: 26–28 cm
- Width: 3.5–4 cm
- Height: 5 cm
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: OO (1:76)
- Gauge: 16.5mm
- Prototype: LNER Gresley Corridor Third Class Coach
- Operator: London & North Eastern Railway (LNER)
- Coach Type: Third Class Passenger Coach
- Era: 1920s–1950s (steam and early British Rail period)
- Material: Injection-moulded plastic with metal wheelsets
- Couplings: NEM pocket compatible (standard OO interface)
- Assembly: Ready-to-run
- Paint/Glue: Not required
- Recommended Age: 14+
Perfect for: Steam-era express passenger trains, LNER mainline formations, and complete heritage corridor coach sets.
Why these coaches matter
Third class coaches formed the backbone of affordable rail travel across Britain, providing essential transport for working-class passengers during the LNER era.
This model completes authentic Gresley teak passenger rakes, delivering historical accuracy and consistency for full steam-era formations.
How to use it
Place on OO gauge track as part of a full corridor coach set. Best paired with matching LNER teak stock and Pacific locomotives such as the A3 or A4 classes.
This is a detailed scale model intended for collectors and hobbyists. It is not a toy.