OO RailRoad Lumo Class 800 Train Pack
Featuring:
- Modern Intercity Bi-Mode Design: OO scale model of the Class 800 Azuma-style train used on high-speed UK intercity routes.
- Lumo Livery Finish: Clean green branding representing low-cost, open-access passenger services on the East Coast Main Line.
- Fixed Formation Detail: Multi-car train pack with accurate body detailing, window alignment, and roof equipment.
- OO Gauge Compatibility: Designed for 1:76 scale layouts with standard OO track systems for smooth mainline running.
Finished Model Dimensions (Approximate):
- Length: 120 cm (5-car formation)
- Width: 3.5 cm
- Height: 5 cm
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: OO (1:76)
- Prototype: Class 800 Bi-Mode Intercity Express Train
- Operator Livery: Lumo
- Formation: 5-car set
- Manufacturer: Hitachi (prototype reference)
- Material: Injection-moulded plastic with printed detailing
- Assembly: Ready-to-run
- Paint/Glue: Not required
- Power Requirement: OO gauge compatible track system (locomotive power not included unless stated)
- Recommended Age: 14+
- Couplings: Factory-fitted close couplers
Perfect for: OO scale railway modellers building modern UK mainline scenes, high-speed passenger routes, and contemporary station layouts.
Why this train matters
The Class 800 represents a major shift in UK intercity travel, combining diesel and electric operation for flexible route coverage. It entered service as part of the Intercity Express Programme, replacing older high-speed fleets on key routes.
Lumo operates open-access services focused on affordable long-distance travel between London and Edinburgh. The green livery stands out against traditional operator branding and reflects a new phase in UK rail competition.
This model captures the modernisation of British rail travel and the move toward efficient, high-capacity passenger services.
How to use it
Place the train on OO gauge mainline track for high-speed passenger operations. It works best on long straight sections and large-radius curves to reflect real intercity 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.