{"product_id":"hornby-oo-railroad-br-class-55-the-kings-own-yorkshire-light-infantry-55002","title":"Hornby OO Railroad BR Class 55 The Kings Own Yorkshire Light Infantry 55002","description":"\u003cp\u003eOO Railroad with Sound BR Class 55 \"The King's Own Yorkshire Light Infantry\" 55002 delivers a highly detailed diesel locomotive model representing one of the iconic English Electric Deltic locomotives used on British Rail's East Coast Main Line.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e BR Blue Livery: Authentic British Rail corporate blue finish with precise printed detailing and accurate numbering for 55002.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Class 55 \"Deltic\" Design: Faithfully represents the powerful twin-engine diesel locomotive known for high-speed express passenger services.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Sound-Equipped Operation: Integrated sound decoder reproducing realistic engine start-up, idle, and running sounds.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Detailing \u0026amp; Finish: Fine-scale body detailing including roof fan grilles, bogie detail, and prototype-accurate body shape.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinished Model Dimensions (Approximate)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e Length: 28-30 cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Width: 4-5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Height: 5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e Scale: OO (1:76)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Gauge: 16.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Prototype: BR Class 55 \"Deltic\" 55002\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Name: The King's Own Yorkshire Light Infantry\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Operator: British Rail\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Service Type: East Coast Main Line express passenger services\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Era: 1960s-1980s (BR diesel era)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Material: Injection-moulded plastic and metal chassis components (model dependent)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Drive: Powered OO gauge locomotive\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Sound: DCC sound-equipped (factory fitted or DCC-ready variant)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Couplings: NEM pockets \/ close-coupling system (model dependent)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Assembly: Ready-to-run\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Paint\/Glue: Not required\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Recommended Age: 14+\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerfect for: Classic BR diesel layouts, East Coast Main Line express services, and heritage-era mixed passenger operations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhy this locomotive matters\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Class 55 \"Deltic\" was one of the most powerful and distinctive diesel locomotives of British Rail, revolutionising express passenger services on the East Coast Main Line with its high-speed performance and unique twin-engine design.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis model captures the iconic status and engineering significance of 55002, making it a standout piece for any BR diesel-era layout.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBest operated on mainline OO layouts with long straight sections and express passenger formations. Sound functions enhance realism during acceleration and cruising operation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis is a detailed scale model intended for collectors and hobbyists. It is not a toy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HORNBY","offers":[{"title":"Hobbyco","offer_id":40428169724105,"sku":"10065886","price":232.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0024\/9803\/5810\/files\/05c0af5849154e6f98244c2383e09f0c.jpg?v=1780890306","url":"https:\/\/www.jbhifi.com.au\/products\/hornby-oo-railroad-br-class-55-the-kings-own-yorkshire-light-infantry-55002","provider":"JB Hi-Fi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}