{"product_id":"oo-railroad-br-intercity-class-91-91018-robert-louis-stevenson","title":"OO RailRoad BR InterCity Class 91 91018 \"Robert Louis Stevenson\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOO RailRoad BR InterCity Class 91 91018 \"Robert Louis Stevenson\"\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\u003eHigh-Speed Electric Locomotive:\u003c\/b\u003e OO scale model of the BR InterCity Class 91, designed for East Coast Main Line express services.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eInterCity Swallow Livery:\u003c\/b\u003e Finished in iconic red, white, and grey branding associated with British Rail’s high-speed era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDetailed Pantograph \u0026amp; Bodywork:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes finely moulded roof equipment and streamlined bodyshell for realistic appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOO Gauge Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Suitable for standard 1:76 OO layouts with smooth mainline running performance.\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 26 cm\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 British Rail Class 91 Electric Locomotive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNumber:\u003c\/b\u003e 91018 \"Robert Louis Stevenson\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLivery:\u003c\/b\u003e InterCity Swallow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWheel Arrangement:\u003c\/b\u003e Bo-Bo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Injection-moulded plastic with metal detailing\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 DCC-ready or analogue track system (depending on variant)\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 1990s–present East Coast Main Line express services, high-speed passenger operations, or InterCity-themed collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this locomotive matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNamed 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model represents the modernisation of British rail travel and the transition from diesel to electric high-speed services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRun on mainline OO gauge layouts with long straight sections and gentle curves. Best paired with InterCity passenger coaching stock for authentic express formations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo assembly, paint, or glue is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a detailed OO scale model. It is not a toy and is not recommended for children.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46669656293532,"sku":"R30527","price":159.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/R30527.webp?v=1776151843","url":"https:\/\/www.hobbyco.com.au\/products\/oo-railroad-br-intercity-class-91-91018-robert-louis-stevenson","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}