Hornby TT3024M TT:120 BR Late J50 Class 0-6-0T 68983 Era 5

Hornby TT3024M TT:120 BR Late J50 Class 0-6-0T 68983 Era 5 delivers an authentic British shunting steam locomotive for TT:120 model railway layouts.

Featuring:

• Authentic BR Era 5 Livery: Finished as BR Late J50 Class No. 68983, accurately representing a hardworking tank locomotive used across Britain's rail network during the British Railways steam era.
• TT:120 Scale Compatibility: Built to TT:120 scale (1:120) for operation on TT:120 gauge layouts and compatible rolling stock.
• Detailed Ready-to-Run Model: Factory-finished with finely applied lining, realistic pipework, detailed cab, and a powerful 0-6-0T wheel arrangement designed for reliable operation.
• Ideal for Shunting Operations: Perfect for marshalling freight wagons, operating branch line goods services, and enhancing authentic steam-era railway layouts.

Technical Specifications:

• Scale: TT:120 (1:120)
• Model: BR Late J50 Class 0-6-0T No. 68983
• Era: Era 5 (British Railways Late Crest)
• Wheel Arrangement: 0-6-0T
• Material: Injection-moulded plastic with metal components
• Assembly: Ready-to-run
• Paint/Glue: Not required
• Recommended Age: 14+
• Power Requirement: Electric track-powered
• Compatibility Notes: Compatible with TT:120 gauge track and rolling stock
• Included: One TT:120 ready-to-run steam locomotive

Perfect for: TT:120 railway modellers recreating British Railways steam-era branch lines, industrial sidings, freight yards, and shunting operations.

Why this model matters

The LNER J50 Class was designed as a heavy shunting locomotive and later served British Railways with distinction. Renumbered 68983 during the BR era, these robust 0-6-0 tank engines handled goods traffic, dock work, and yard duties across the Eastern Region. Their compact design and dependable performance make them an essential locomotive for realistic steam-era operations.

How to use it

Place the locomotive on compatible TT:120 track, connect it to a suitable controller, and couple it to compatible freight wagons or coaches. It is ideal for shunting duties, branch line services, and heritage railway scenes. No assembly, paint, or glue is required.

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