OO RailRoad BR Class 08 08256
Featuring:
- Prototype Accuracy: OO scale BR Class 08 diesel shunter, representing one of the most successful and widely used shunting locomotives in British railway history.
- Detailed Body Shell: Injection-moulded plastic construction with finely applied printed livery and authentic body detailing.
- Scale & Gauge Compatibility: OO scale (1:76); suitable for OO gauge track systems.
- Operational Use: Designed for yard shunting, freight sorting, and short-distance industrial movements.
- Layout Integration: Standard OO couplings for compatibility with a wide range of rolling stock.
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: OO (1:76)
- Model: BR Class 08 08256
- Livery: BR Corporate (as applicable)
- Type: Diesel Shunter
- Material: Injection-moulded plastic
- Assembly: Ready-to-run
- Paint/Glue: Not required
- Recommended Age: 14+
- Power Requirement: OO gauge compatible controller (DCC-ready if applicable)
- Compatibility Notes: Suitable for standard OO gauge layouts and mixed freight operations
Perfect for: OO scale railway modellers recreating BR yards, industrial depots, freight terminals, and everyday shunting operations.
Why this model matters
The Class 08 is the most numerous class of British diesel locomotive ever built, forming the backbone of British Rail shunting operations for decades. Known for its reliability and slow-speed control, it was essential in organising freight traffic across yards, docks, and industrial sites throughout the UK.
How to use it
This model is ready-to-run and suitable for immediate use on OO gauge layouts. It is ideal for low-speed shunting operations and freight yard switching. No assembly, paint, or glue is required.
This is a detailed scale model and not a toy.