Hornby R30527TXS OO RailRoad BR InterCity Class 91 91018 "Robert Louis Stevenson" DCC Sound Fitted

OO RailRoad BR InterCity Class 91 91018 "Robert Louis Stevenson" DCC Sound Fitted

Featuring:

• DCC Sound System: Factory-fitted digital sound decoder delivering realistic traction motor hum, horn, flange squeal, and station departure sounds.
• High-Speed Electric Prototype: OO scale model of the BR InterCity Class 91, designed for East Coast Main Line express services.
• InterCity Swallow Livery: Authentic red, white, and grey finish associated with British Rail’s premium long-distance passenger services.
• Enhanced Roof & Pantograph Detail: Finely modelled pantograph assembly and roof equipment for improved realism.

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
• DCC Status: DCC Sound Fitted
• Material: Injection-moulded plastic with metal components
• Assembly: Ready-to-run
• Paint/Glue: Not required
• Power Requirement: OO gauge DCC-compatible control system
• Recommended Age: 14+
• Couplings: Standard OO couplings

Perfect for: OO scale railway modellers seeking immersive modern-era mainline operation, DCC enthusiasts, and collectors of InterCity East Coast stock.

Why this locomotive matters

The Class 91 was introduced during the electrification of the East Coast Main Line in the late 1980s, designed for sustained high-speed running up to 140 mph. It became a defining feature of British Rail’s InterCity era, typically working with Mk4 coaching stock and driving van trailers.

Named locomotives such as 91018 “Robert Louis Stevenson” continue British Rail’s tradition of honouring cultural and literary figures, giving each unit a distinct identity within the fleet.

This DCC sound version enhances realism significantly, reproducing the operational character of modern high-speed electric traction.

How to use it

Operate on a DCC-enabled OO gauge layout to access full sound functions and realistic control. Best suited for long mainline runs with InterCity passenger 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.