Hornby OO RailRoad BR InterCity Class 91 91018 "Robert Louis Stevenson"
OO RailRoad BR InterCity Class 91 91018 "Robert Louis Stevenson"
Featuring:
- High-Speed Electric Locomotive: OO scale model of the BR InterCity Class 91, designed for East Coast Main Line express services.
- InterCity Swallow Livery: Finished in iconic red, white, and grey branding associated with British Rail’s high-speed era.
- Detailed Pantograph & Bodywork: Includes finely moulded roof equipment and streamlined bodyshell for realistic appearance.
- OO Gauge Compatibility: Suitable for standard 1:76 OO layouts with smooth mainline running performance.
Finished Model Dimensions (Approximate):
- Length: 26 cm
- Width: 3.5 cm
- Height: 5 cm
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: OO (1:76)
- Prototype: British Rail Class 91 Electric Locomotive
- Number: 91018 "Robert Louis Stevenson"
- Livery: InterCity Swallow
- Wheel Arrangement: Bo-Bo
- Material: Injection-moulded plastic with metal detailing
- Assembly: Ready-to-run
- Paint/Glue: Not required
- Power Requirement: OO gauge DCC-ready or analogue track system (depending on variant)
- Recommended Age: 14+
- Couplings: Standard OO couplings
Perfect for: OO scale railway modellers recreating 1990s–present East Coast Main Line express services, high-speed passenger operations, or InterCity-themed collections.
Why this locomotive matters
The Class 91 locomotives were introduced in the late 1980s as part of the East Coast electrification programme, designed for sustained high-speed operation at up to 140 mph. They became the backbone of InterCity East Coast services, often paired with Mk4 coaching stock and driving van trailers.
Named locomotives like 91018 “Robert Louis Stevenson” reflect British Rail’s tradition of linking literary and historical figures with flagship express engines, reinforcing their prestige role on the network.
This model represents the modernisation of British rail travel and the transition from diesel to electric high-speed services.
How to use it
Run on mainline OO gauge layouts with long straight sections and gentle curves. Best paired with InterCity passenger coaching stock for authentic express formations.
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.