OO RailRoad BR County Class 1013 "County of Dorset"
Featuring:
- GWR Heritage Design: OO scale model of the BR-built “County” Class, inspired by Great Western Railway Castle Class performance.
- BR Lined Green Livery: Finished in classic British Railways green with detailed lining and authentic numbering.
- Express Passenger Capability: Designed to represent powerful mixed-traffic and express duties on Western Region routes.
- OO Gauge Compatibility: Suitable for 1:76 layouts and standard OO track systems for smooth operation.
Finished Model Dimensions (Approximate):
- Length: 29 cm (including tender)
- Width: 3.5 cm
- Height: 5 cm
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: OO (1:76)
- Prototype: BR Standard “County” Class Steam Locomotive
- Number: 1013 "County of Dorset"
- Wheel Arrangement: 4-6-0
- Material: Injection-moulded plastic with metal components
- Assembly: Ready-to-run
- Paint/Glue: Not required
- Power Requirement: OO gauge compatible track system
- Recommended Age: 14+
- Couplings: Standard OO couplings
Perfect for: OO scale railway modellers recreating BR Western Region layouts, express passenger services, or collectors of post-war British steam locomotives.
Why this locomotive matters
The BR “County” Class locomotives were introduced in the early 1950s as part of British Railways’ effort to modernise steam power using proven Great Western Railway design principles. Built at Swindon Works, they combined Castle Class boiler performance with a lighter 4-6-0 chassis.
Although relatively short-lived due to rapid dieselisation, the class represented one of the final developments of GWR-influenced steam engineering under British Railways.
This model captures a distinctive and often overlooked chapter in British steam history, bridging classic GWR design with the final years of mainline steam.
How to use it
Place on OO gauge track and operate on mixed-traffic or express passenger services. Ideal for mid-20th century layouts with mainline running.
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.