Hornby Steam Train - Britannia Class, 4-6-2, 70001 'Lord Hurcomb' - Era 4 - OO
No. 70001 ‘Lord Hurcomb’ was constructed at Crewe Works in February 1951 and bore the name of Cyri...No. 70001 ‘Lord Hurcomb’ was constructed at Crewe Works in February 1951 and bore the name of Cyril Hurcomb who oversaw the Ministry of War Transport. It was constructed to Order No. E479/220 and completed on 14th February that year. From Stratford shed, 70001 hauled passenger express trains on the Great Eastern Railway such as 'The Norfolkman'. For over twelve years, the locomotive was in service on the GE section. Discover Hornby steam locomotives for model railways. There are many to choose from, as well as DCC-fitted, DCC-ready, and analogue models. Hornby's finely detailed OO gauge model trains and rolling stock are designed for robust and smooth operation, ensuring compatibility with standard Hornby tracks. Era 4 - Early British Railways: The early period of railway nationalisation, under the control of the British Transport Council, saw the large-scale regeneration of the railway network and the move towards modernisation. Since 1920 Hornby have been the brand leader in 00 Gauge model railway design. Whether you're a seasoned model maker or just beginning, with it's range of unique trains, track accessories and more, there's always something for you at Hornby.
No. 70001 ‘Lord Hurcomb’ was constructed at Crewe Works in February 1951 and bore the name of Cyril Hurcomb who oversaw the Ministry of War Transport. It was constructed to Order No. E479/220 and completed on 14th February that year. From Stratford shed, 70001 hauled passenger express trains on the Great Eastern Railway such as 'The Norfolkman'. For over twelve years, the locomotive was in service on the GE section. Discover Hornby steam locomotives for model railways. There are many to choose from, as well as DCC-fitted, DCC-ready, and analogue models. Hornby's finely detailed OO gauge model trains and rolling stock are designed for robust and smooth operation, ensuring compatibility with standard Hornby tracks. Era 4 - Early British Railways: The early period of railway nationalisation, under the control of the British Transport Council, saw the large-scale regeneration of the railway network and the move towards modernisation. Since 1920 Hornby have been the brand leader in 00 Gauge model railway design. Whether you're a seasoned model maker or just beginning, with it's range of unique trains, track accessories and more, there's always something for you at Hornby.