{"product_id":"oo-railroad-br-class-09-71000-duke-of-gloucester","title":"OO RailRoad BR Class 09 71000 \"Duke of Gloucester\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOO RailRoad BR Class 8P 71000 \"Duke of Gloucester\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUnique Steam Prototype:\u003c\/b\u003e OO scale model of BR Standard Class 8P 71000, the only locomotive of its class.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBR Livery Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Detailed British Railways green or BR-era finish with accurate lining and numbering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAdvanced Steam Detailing:\u003c\/b\u003e Features distinctive Caprotti valve gear and streamlined smoke deflectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOO Gauge Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Designed for 1:76 layouts with standard OO track systems for mainline steam operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinished Model Dimensions (Approximate):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLength:\u003c\/b\u003e 32 cm (including tender)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWidth:\u003c\/b\u003e 3.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale:\u003c\/b\u003e OO (1:76)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrototype:\u003c\/b\u003e BR Standard Class 8P Steam Locomotive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNumber:\u003c\/b\u003e 71000 \"Duke of Gloucester\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWheel Arrangement:\u003c\/b\u003e 4-6-2 (Pacific)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Injection-moulded plastic with metal components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/b\u003e Ready-to-run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePaint\/Glue:\u003c\/b\u003e Not required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePower Requirement:\u003c\/b\u003e OO gauge compatible track system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRecommended Age:\u003c\/b\u003e 14+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCouplings:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard OO couplings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e OO scale railway modellers recreating late BR steam-era express services, heritage railways, or collectors of unique British locomotives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this locomotive matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e71000 \"Duke of Gloucester\" was the final steam locomotive built for British Railways and remains one of the most distinctive. Originally introduced in 1954, it featured advanced Caprotti valve gear intended to improve efficiency and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough early operational issues limited its success, the locomotive was later restored and significantly improved in preservation. Today, it is regarded as one of the most powerful and efficient British steam locomotives in operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model captures an important turning point in British railway engineering, representing the final evolution of mainline steam before the transition to diesel and electric traction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace on OO gauge track and operate as part of express passenger services. Best suited to mainline layouts with broad curves and longer running sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo assembly, paint, or glue is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a detailed OO scale model. It is not a toy and is not recommended for children.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46669656096924,"sku":"R30520","price":359.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/Screenshot2026-04-14133527.png?v=1776183132","url":"https:\/\/www.hobbyco.com.au\/products\/oo-railroad-br-class-09-71000-duke-of-gloucester","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}