Hornby OO RailRoad BR Class 08 71000 "Duke of Gloucester" DCC Sound Fitted
OO RailRoad BR Class 8P 71000 "Duke of Gloucester" DCC Sound Fitted
Featuring:
- DCC Sound Equipped: Factory-fitted digital sound decoder delivering authentic steam exhaust, whistle, and running sounds.
- Unique Steam Prototype: OO scale model of BR Standard Class 8P 71000, the only locomotive of its type.
- Detailed BR Finish: Accurately applied British Railways livery with fine lining and numbering.
- Advanced Running Detail: Features distinctive Caprotti valve gear and realistic motion components.
Finished Model Dimensions (Approximate):
- Length: 32 cm (including tender)
- Width: 3.5 cm
- Height: 5 cm
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: OO (1:76)
- Prototype: BR Standard Class 8P Steam Locomotive
- Number: 71000 "Duke of Gloucester"
- Wheel Arrangement: 4-6-2 (Pacific)
- DCC Status: DCC Sound Fitted
- Material: Injection-moulded plastic with metal components
- Assembly: Ready-to-run
- Paint/Glue: Not required
- Power Requirement: OO gauge compatible DCC control system
- Recommended Age: 14+
- Couplings: Standard OO couplings
Perfect for: OO scale railway modellers seeking immersive steam-era operation, DCC layouts, and collectors of historically significant British locomotives.
Why this locomotive matters
71000 "Duke of Gloucester" was the final steam locomotive built for British Railways, representing the peak of steam engineering development in the UK. Its use of Caprotti valve gear set it apart from other BR Standard designs.
Following restoration in preservation, the locomotive achieved the performance originally intended, earning a reputation as one of the most powerful and efficient British steam engines in operation.
This DCC sound-fitted model enhances realism, bringing the presence of this iconic locomotive to life on modern layouts.
How to use it
Operate on a DCC-compatible OO gauge layout to access full sound and control functions. Ideal for express passenger services on mainline layouts with broad curves.
No assembly, paint, or glue is required.
This is a detailed OO scale model. It is not a toy and is not recommended for children.