Hornby R40455 OO LNER Gresley Corridor Teak Coaches Buffet

OO LNER Gresley Corridor Teak Buffet Coach delivers a detailed representation of classic dining and catering stock used on prestigious LNER express services in the steam era.

Featuring:

• Buffet Coach Interior Layout: Realistic internal catering section with seating and service counter detailing visible through windows.
• Gresley Teak Finish: Authentic wood-panel effect exterior representing polished teak-bodied LNER coaching stock.
• Corridor Connection Design: Accurate corridor gangway ends for integration within full express train formations.
• Ready-to-Run Build: Fully assembled with free-rolling wheelsets for smooth operation in passenger rakes.

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 Buffet Coach
• Operator: London & North Eastern Railway (LNER)
• Coach Type: Buffet / Dining Service Coach
• Era: 1920s–1950s (steam and early BR 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 services, luxury LNER train formations, and heritage OO gauge layouts.

Why this coach matters

The Gresley buffet coaches played an important role in enhancing passenger comfort on long-distance LNER services, offering onboard dining and refreshments during express journeys across the UK rail network.

This model adds realism and operational depth to classic steam-era passenger formations, especially when paired with Gresley teak corridor coaches and LNER Pacific locomotives.

How to use it

Place on OO gauge track and include within full express passenger rakes. Best operated alongside matching LNER corridor coaches for authentic train formations.

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