Hornby R30440 OO RailRoad - Railfreight Distribution - Class 47- 'The Sapper' 47306

Hornby R30440 OO RailRoad - Railfreight Distribution - Class 47 ‘The Sapper’ 47306 delivers dependable diesel haulage and iconic British Rail styling for OO gauge railway layouts set during the late British Rail freight era.

Featuring:

• Authentic Railfreight Distribution Livery: Finished in the distinctive two-tone grey Railfreight Distribution scheme carried by Class 47 No. 47306 ‘The Sapper’.
• Powered Diesel Locomotive: Smooth-running motor provides reliable operation for hauling freight and passenger stock on OO gauge layouts.
• Detailed Body Moulding: Features accurate bodyside grilles, roof fan detail, cab glazing, and printed numbering.
• RailRoad Range Value: Robust construction and simplified detailing make it ideal for newcomers and everyday layout use.

Model Dimensions (Approximate):

• Length: 22.5 cm
• Width: 4.0 cm
• Height: 5.5 cm
• Scale: OO (1:76)

Technical Specifications:

• Scale: OO (1:76)
• Gauge: OO gauge (16.5mm)
• Manufacturer: Hornby RailRoad
• Model: British Rail Class 47 Diesel Locomotive No. 47306 ‘The Sapper’
• Livery: Railfreight Distribution
• Power Type: Electric DC powered via track
• DCC Ready: No (standard analogue DC operation unless specified otherwise)
• Material: Injection-moulded plastic body with metal chassis components
• Assembly: Ready-to-run
• Paint/Glue: Not required
• Modelling Tools: Not required
• Recommended Age: 14+
• Included: One powered OO gauge locomotive

Perfect for: OO gauge railway modellers recreating British Rail operations from the 1980s and 1990s, or anyone looking for a dependable Hornby Class 47 locomotive for freight and mixed-traffic layouts.

Why this model matters

The British Rail Class 47 was one of the most successful diesel locomotive classes ever built in the UK, with 512 examples produced by Brush Traction between 1962 and 1968. No. 47306, named ‘The Sapper’, represents the later years of BR freight operations when Railfreight Distribution locomotives hauled international and domestic freight services across Britain.

The Hornby RailRoad version offers excellent value, combining recognisable detailing with durable construction and reliable performance-ideal for both new and experienced railway enthusiasts.

How to use it

Place the locomotive on any compatible OO gauge track powered by a 12V DC controller. Couple to your freight wagons or coaching stock and operate using your standard analogue train controller. No assembly, paint, glue, or specialist modelling tools are required

This is a ready-to-run electric model locomotive. Paint, glue, and modelling tools are not required. It is not a toy.