{"title":"Rapido Trains","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-915001-oaa-open-wagon-br-bauxite-yellow-abn-spot-no-100093","title":"Rapido Trains UK 915001 - OAA Open Wagon BR Bauxite Yellow 'ABN' Spot No. 100093","description":"\u003cp class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"\u003e1971 was a year of seminal works: Who’s Next, Led Zeppelin [IV], Sticky Fingers and LA Woman…plus it was the year that BR unveiled the first of a new generation of good rolling stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"\u003eThat first design was the 45t Open AB open wagon, better known as ‘OAA’. It was a revolutionary open wagon for BR as it featured the new 20ft 9in wheelbase underframe, air brakes and upgraded running gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-text-align-center\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2_clear\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-label=\"Slider\" role=\"region\" data-ssid=\"47\" class=\"n2-section-smartslider fitvidsignore n2_clear\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-align n2-ss-align-visible\" id=\"n2-ss-47-align\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-padding\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-device-mode=\"desktopPortrait\" class=\"n2-ss-slider n2-ow n2-has-hover n2-ss-desktopPortrait n2-ss-loaded\" data-responsive=\"fullwidth\" data-creator=\"Smart Slider 3\" id=\"n2-ss-47\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-1 n2_ss__touch_element n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-2 n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-3 n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slide-backgrounds n2-ow-all\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mode=\"fit\" data-public-id=\"1\" 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n-uc-2bYxNCT30kSP\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2_clear\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-text-align-center\"\u003eImages courtesy of Paul Bartlett\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"\u003eAshford Works built the 100 new OAA (Nos. 100000-100099) with their distinctive long planked doors and metal ends. Subsequent designs had higher ends and steel replaced wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"\u003eAs part of BR’s air-braked network (a fore runner of Speedlink), the OAAs could be found across the network. But as newer wagons were introduced some were relegated to departmental duties or were modified for other duties, such as the five modified to carry Redland roof tiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"\u003eThe OAAs continued to be useful, however, particularly for carrying concrete blocks from Foster Yeoman’s Merehead quarry to Acton. EWS rebuilt a batch of OAAs in the late 1990s for this work, replacing worn wooden doors with mesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-text-align-center\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2_clear\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-label=\"Slider\" role=\"region\" data-ssid=\"46\" class=\"n2-section-smartslider fitvidsignore n2_clear\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-align n2-ss-align-visible\" id=\"n2-ss-46-align\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-padding\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-device-mode=\"desktopPortrait\" class=\"n2-ss-slider n2-ow n2-has-hover n2-ss-desktopPortrait n2-ss-loaded\" data-responsive=\"fullwidth\" data-creator=\"Smart Slider 3\" id=\"n2-ss-46\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-1 n2_ss__touch_element n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-2 n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-3 n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slide-backgrounds n2-ow-all\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mode=\"fit\" data-public-id=\"1\" 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001\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-layers-container n2-ss-slide-limiter n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-pm=\"default\" data-sstype=\"slide\" class=\"n2-ss-layer n2-ow n-uc-3XITZTi40Ngr\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"n2-ss-slide n2-ow  n2-ss-slide-1616\" data-title=\"OAA production 001\" data-slide-public-id=\"4\" data-id=\"1616\" data-slide-duration=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slide--focus\" role=\"note\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003eOAA production 001\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-layers-container n2-ss-slide-limiter n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-pm=\"default\" data-sstype=\"slide\" class=\"n2-ss-layer n2-ow n-uc-1CySqGqwbCF3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"n2-ss-slide n2-ow  n2-ss-slide-1619\" data-title=\"OAA production 004\" data-slide-public-id=\"5\" data-id=\"1619\" data-slide-duration=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slide--focus\" role=\"note\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003eOAA production 004\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-layers-container n2-ss-slide-limiter n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-pm=\"default\" data-sstype=\"slide\" class=\"n2-ss-layer n2-ow n-uc-fBy517ItDJxk\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2_clear\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"\u003eRapido Trains UK’s ‘OO’ gauge model of the OAA was produced using original drawings and help from Peter Harvey from PH Designs Etchings. It has the highly detailed body and underframe detail you’d expect from a Rapido model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"\u003eWe’re particularly proud of the planned decoration on these models. We’ve gone to great lengths to not only replicate the different positions of the numbers and logos but we’re also replicating models that have received ‘bodged’ repaints. That extends to repainting the odd replaced door timber to whole ends that have been repaired to one wagon where nearly the whole body has received a non-standard colour.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44408304861419,"sku":"915001","price":35.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/915001copy.jpg?v=1702053651"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-932509-lner-y7-british-railways-black-no-68089-sound-fitted","title":"Rapido Trains UK 932509 - LNER Y7 British Railways Black No.68089 Sound Fitted","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eOf all the LNER locomotives we could have added to our range, we have gone for one of the smallest. Well, we do like to do things differently here!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThat locomotive is the LNER Y7, which started life as the North Eastern Railway’s H Class. The first six were built in 1888 to Thomas Worsdell’s design, to replace elderly Manning Wardle locomotives on the NER’s docks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1026\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/932-Y7-ProSample-002-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-55189\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThey were the perfect dockyard locomotive. They were rugged and simple. Their short wheelbase could navigate the tight curves and poor track but their relatively large boilers created plenty of steam to shunt large trains. The first batch proved so successful that a further ten locomotives were ordered in 1891 followed by another three in 1897.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eAll 19 passed into LNER ownership at the Grouping where, newly classified Y7, they could be found all over the network. The LNER found them so useful that a further five were built in 1923, 35 years after the original engines were introduced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eOutwardly, the Y7s appeared to have no coal bunker. However, a bunker was built internally into the left hand water tank and loaded from the top. This could hold 6.25cwt in coal – a rather small amount – and often coal could be seen piled on top of the left hand water tank and even on the cab roof! Some engines were fitted with shunting poles to allow shunting of wagons on adjacent lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1063\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/932-Y7-ProSample-018-Line-Up-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-55191\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe Y7s were modified over the years. Early engines were fitted with Ramsbottom safety valves encased in a brass cover whilst later engines received standard Ross ‘pop’ safety valves. Originally designed with a handbrake and dumb buffers, later engines were fitted with steam brakes and traditional buffers. One was fitted with vacuum brakes for working passenger trains on the North Sunderland Railway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eOriginally concentrated in North East locations such as Darlington and Gateshead works, Alexandra Docks and Tyne Dock, the Y7s spread themselves far and wide, from St Margaret’s shed and Leith docks in Scotland to Tweedmouth and York and even as far south as Stratford and Neasden. This net was cast even further during wartime: some were loaned to the Ministry of Works at Shrawardine near Shrewsbury, one to the Admiralty at Kyle of Lochalsh and three to the Royal Arsenal at Woolwich.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1351\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/932-Y7-ProSample-011-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-55190\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDock work however was hit hard during the Great Depression and between 1929 and 1932, 16 Y7s were withdrawn. Nine were sold into industry. A further three were later sold into industrial service and BR only inherited two Y7s in 1948 to become Nos. 68088 and 68089. The later was used on the North Sunderland Railway until it closed in 1951. It ended its days on Morecambe promenade whilst No. 68088 was sold to the National Coal Board in 1952.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eLuckily, it was saved for preservation and it’s now based at the Mid-Suffolk Light Railway. Classmate No. 1310 was sold into industry in 1933 and was saved for preservation in 1965. It’s now based at the Middleton Railway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53631616778625,"sku":"932509","price":209.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/932009_d693d214-3c90-40a9-8d42-1e36d032be76.jpg?v=1730409829"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-932506-lner-y7-lner-black-no-986-sound-fitted","title":"Rapido Trains UK 932506 - LNER Y7 LNER Black No.986 Sound Fitted","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eOf all the LNER locomotives we could have added to our range, we have gone for one of the smallest. Well, we do like to do things differently here!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThat locomotive is the LNER Y7, which started life as the North Eastern Railway’s H Class. The first six were built in 1888 to Thomas Worsdell’s design, to replace elderly Manning Wardle locomotives on the NER’s docks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1026\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/932-Y7-ProSample-002-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-55189\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThey were the perfect dockyard locomotive. They were rugged and simple. Their short wheelbase could navigate the tight curves and poor track but their relatively large boilers created plenty of steam to shunt large trains. The first batch proved so successful that a further ten locomotives were ordered in 1891 followed by another three in 1897.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eAll 19 passed into LNER ownership at the Grouping where, newly classified Y7, they could be found all over the network. The LNER found them so useful that a further five were built in 1923, 35 years after the original engines were introduced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eOutwardly, the Y7s appeared to have no coal bunker. However, a bunker was built internally into the left hand water tank and loaded from the top. This could hold 6.25cwt in coal – a rather small amount – and often coal could be seen piled on top of the left hand water tank and even on the cab roof! Some engines were fitted with shunting poles to allow shunting of wagons on adjacent lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1063\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/932-Y7-ProSample-018-Line-Up-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-55191\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe Y7s were modified over the years. Early engines were fitted with Ramsbottom safety valves encased in a brass cover whilst later engines received standard Ross ‘pop’ safety valves. Originally designed with a handbrake and dumb buffers, later engines were fitted with steam brakes and traditional buffers. One was fitted with vacuum brakes for working passenger trains on the North Sunderland Railway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eOriginally concentrated in North East locations such as Darlington and Gateshead works, Alexandra Docks and Tyne Dock, the Y7s spread themselves far and wide, from St Margaret’s shed and Leith docks in Scotland to Tweedmouth and York and even as far south as Stratford and Neasden. This net was cast even further during wartime: some were loaned to the Ministry of Works at Shrawardine near Shrewsbury, one to the Admiralty at Kyle of Lochalsh and three to the Royal Arsenal at Woolwich.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1351\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/932-Y7-ProSample-011-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-55190\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDock work however was hit hard during the Great Depression and between 1929 and 1932, 16 Y7s were withdrawn. Nine were sold into industry. A further three were later sold into industrial service and BR only inherited two Y7s in 1948 to become Nos. 68088 and 68089. The later was used on the North Sunderland Railway until it closed in 1951. It ended its days on Morecambe promenade whilst No. 68088 was sold to the National Coal Board in 1952.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eLuckily, it was saved for preservation and it’s now based at the Mid-Suffolk Light Railway. Classmate No. 1310 was sold into industry in 1933 and was saved for preservation in 1965. It’s now based at the Middleton Railway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53631621431681,"sku":"932506","price":209.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/932006.jpg?v=1730409997"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-932501-ner-h-class-ner-saxony-green-1888-no-24-sound-fitted","title":"Rapido Trains UK 932501 - NER H Class NER Saxony Green (1888) No.24 Sound Fitted","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eOf all the LNER locomotives we could have added to our range, we have gone for one of the smallest. Well, we do like to do things differently here!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThat locomotive is the LNER Y7, which started life as the North Eastern Railway’s H Class. The first six were built in 1888 to Thomas Worsdell’s design, to replace elderly Manning Wardle locomotives on the NER’s docks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1026\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/932-Y7-ProSample-002-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-55189\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThey were the perfect dockyard locomotive. They were rugged and simple. Their short wheelbase could navigate the tight curves and poor track but their relatively large boilers created plenty of steam to shunt large trains. The first batch proved so successful that a further ten locomotives were ordered in 1891 followed by another three in 1897.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eAll 19 passed into LNER ownership at the Grouping where, newly classified Y7, they could be found all over the network. The LNER found them so useful that a further five were built in 1923, 35 years after the original engines were introduced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eOutwardly, the Y7s appeared to have no coal bunker. However, a bunker was built internally into the left hand water tank and loaded from the top. This could hold 6.25cwt in coal – a rather small amount – and often coal could be seen piled on top of the left hand water tank and even on the cab roof! Some engines were fitted with shunting poles to allow shunting of wagons on adjacent lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1063\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/932-Y7-ProSample-018-Line-Up-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-55191\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe Y7s were modified over the years. Early engines were fitted with Ramsbottom safety valves encased in a brass cover whilst later engines received standard Ross ‘pop’ safety valves. Originally designed with a handbrake and dumb buffers, later engines were fitted with steam brakes and traditional buffers. One was fitted with vacuum brakes for working passenger trains on the North Sunderland Railway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eOriginally concentrated in North East locations such as Darlington and Gateshead works, Alexandra Docks and Tyne Dock, the Y7s spread themselves far and wide, from St Margaret’s shed and Leith docks in Scotland to Tweedmouth and York and even as far south as Stratford and Neasden. This net was cast even further during wartime: some were loaned to the Ministry of Works at Shrawardine near Shrewsbury, one to the Admiralty at Kyle of Lochalsh and three to the Royal Arsenal at Woolwich.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1351\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/932-Y7-ProSample-011-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-55190\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDock work however was hit hard during the Great Depression and between 1929 and 1932, 16 Y7s were withdrawn. Nine were sold into industry. A further three were later sold into industrial service and BR only inherited two Y7s in 1948 to become Nos. 68088 and 68089. The later was used on the North Sunderland Railway until it closed in 1951. It ended its days on Morecambe promenade whilst No. 68088 was sold to the National Coal Board in 1952.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eLuckily, it was saved for preservation and it’s now based at the Mid-Suffolk Light Railway. Classmate No. 1310 was sold into industry in 1933 and was saved for preservation in 1965. It’s now based at the Middleton Railway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53631626183041,"sku":"932501","price":209.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/932001_e5a364e2-4e4e-4f7f-9510-c47a306834bf.jpg?v=1730410119"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-957011-br-diagram1-801-barrier-van-no-m87990","title":"Rapido Trains UK 957011 - BR Diagram1\/801 Barrier Van No.M87990","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003eBR Diagram 1\/801 Fish (later Parcels) Van\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"content\" class=\"site-content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"primary\" class=\"content-area\"\u003e\u003cmain id=\"main\" class=\"site-main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle id=\"post-48478\" class=\"post-48478 page type-page status-publish hentry\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDuring the nineteenth century, the expanding railway network helped create a boom in the fishing industry. With fast, reliable services fresh fish was able to be transported by rail across the length and breadth of the UK. As early as the mid-1840s special fish trains were operated by several railway companies using specially built rolling stock. As technology developed faster services were offered with trains operating on the East Coast mainline all the way from Scotland to London.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/BR-Fish-Van-EP1-001a-scaled.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"577\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/BR-Fish-Van-EP1-001a-1024x577.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-48498\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eFish vans on the LNER originally featured a short wheelbase but later developments settled on a larger 15ft wheelbase on the Diagram 214 12t Insul-Fish vans designed by the LNER but built under BR from 1949. These vehicles were designed to operate in passenger trains and featured LNER 8-shoe brake gear and steam heat pipes. British Railways continued to build a variation of these vans – Diagram 800. These were built with standard oil axleboxes but some were later upgraded to roller bearings in later life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe final diagram of fish van built by British Railways was the 1\/801 diagram. Like the 1\/800 this featured a 15ft wheelbase and 21’8” body. Roller bearings were used from new and allowed the wagons to travel at speeds of 60mph. As they were roller-bearing fitted, they gained the ‘Blue Spot’ designation on the bodysides. This design however featured several differences on the body, most notably the diagonal end bracing and around the side doors along with the adoption of the BR clasp brake system. Three batches of vans were built between 1960 and 1961 with a total of 558 vans being produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/BR-Fish-Van-EP1-002-scaled.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"577\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/BR-Fish-Van-EP1-002-1024x577.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-48499\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the decline in fish traffic services ceased in 1968. Many vans were transferred to Parcels Traffic (coded NRV and later SPV) and sported BR rail blue livery with ‘double arrow’ logo. Other vans found use in Engineers use, barrier vehicle use and even as support vehicles for breakdown cranes carrying a number of different liveries. This resulted in vans being seen all across the network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eA small number of Diagram 1\/801 vans have survived into preservation at locations such as the Swanage, Great Central and Bluebell railways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/BR-Fish-Van-EP1-001-scaled.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/BR-Fish-Van-EP1-001-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-48497\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThis model will be the first Diagram 1\/801 van ever produced in OO gauge ready-to-run. The model features the usual wealth of detail alongside many separately fitted parts including steps on the engineers versions, and two different types of buffers as seen on the prototypes. Separate label boards will also be provided for modellers to fit as required. Metal bearings will aid super smooth running enabling prototypically long trains to run with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54213685215617,"sku":"957011","price":29.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/957011.png?v=1744284233"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-948503-class-44-br-green-with-small-yellow-panel-d2-helvellyn-sound-fitted","title":"Rapido Trains UK 948503 - Class 44 BR Green With Small Yellow Panel D2 'Helvellyn' (Sound Fitted)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003eBR Class 44\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"site-content\" id=\"content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-area\" id=\"primary\"\u003e\u003cmain class=\"site-main\" id=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"post-19256 page type-page status-publish hentry\" id=\"post-19256\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"\u003eWe might like the weird and wacky here at Rapido but we also take pleasure in tackling more mainstream prototypes, especially when there’s a gap in the market for a ‘Rapido-standard’ model!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’re delighted to announce that we’re filling one of the biggest gaps in the ranks of ‘N’ gauge diesels with an all-new family of ‘Peaks’, starting with the Class 44.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-text-align-center\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2_clear\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-label=\"Slider\" role=\"region\" data-ssid=\"73\" class=\"n2-section-smartslider fitvidsignore n2_clear\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-align n2-ss-align-visible\" id=\"n2-ss-73-align\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-padding\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-device-mode=\"desktopPortrait\" class=\"n2-ss-slider n2-ow n2-has-hover n2-ss-desktopPortrait n2-ss-loaded\" data-responsive=\"fullwidth\" data-creator=\"Smart Slider 3\" id=\"n2-ss-73\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-1 n2_ss__touch_element n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-2 n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-3 n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slide-backgrounds n2-ow-all\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mode=\"fit\" data-public-id=\"1\" class=\"n2-ss-slide-background\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-title=\"\" data-alt=\"\" data-y=\"50\" data-x=\"50\" data-opacity=\"100\" data-blur=\"0\" class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-image\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/948003.png?v=1749046458\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-title=\"\" data-alt=\"\" data-y=\"50\" data-x=\"50\" data-opacity=\"100\" data-blur=\"0\" class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-image\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-title=\"\" data-alt=\"\" data-y=\"50\" data-x=\"50\" data-opacity=\"100\" data-blur=\"0\" class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-image\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-title=\"\" data-alt=\"\" data-y=\"50\" data-x=\"50\" data-opacity=\"100\" data-blur=\"0\" class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-image\"\u003eBR ordered ten new Co-Cos from Derby Works as part of its appraisal of comparative locomotive designs (dubbed the ‘Pilot Scheme’). They were inspired by the LMS’ and Southern’s pioneer diesel designs and were outwardly similar to English Electric’s Type 4 (subsequently Class 40). Although fitted with a Sulzer 12LDA28 diesel engine capable of 2,300hp, the new BR Type 4s were heavy. Their 133 ton weight required a 1Co-Co1 wheel arrangement.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-title=\"\" data-alt=\"\" data-y=\"50\" data-x=\"50\" data-opacity=\"100\" data-blur=\"0\" class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-image\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-title=\"\" data-alt=\"\" data-y=\"50\" data-x=\"50\" data-opacity=\"100\" data-blur=\"0\" class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-image\"\u003eThe first, D1, emerged from Derby in 1959 and was named Scafell Pike. The remaining nine locomotives were also named after English and Welsh peaks and the class soon gained the nickname ‘Peak’, which was also applied to the subsequent Class 45s and Class 46s.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-title=\"\" data-alt=\"\" data-y=\"50\" data-x=\"50\" data-opacity=\"100\" data-blur=\"0\" class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-image\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-title=\"\" data-alt=\"\" data-y=\"50\" data-x=\"50\" data-opacity=\"100\" data-blur=\"0\" class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-image\"\u003eAlthough a mixed traffic design, they were initially used on West Coast Main Line passenger services before being transferred en masse to the Midland Main Line. The subsequent arrival of the Sulver Type 4s (later Class 45) meant that the BR Type 4s (which would become Class 44 on TOPS) were allocated predominantly to freight work radiating out from Toton. Consequently, they could be seen as far afield as York or Severn Tunnel Junction.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-title=\"\" data-alt=\"\" data-y=\"50\" data-x=\"50\" data-opacity=\"100\" data-blur=\"0\" class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-image\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-title=\"\" data-alt=\"\" data-y=\"50\" data-x=\"50\" data-opacity=\"100\" data-blur=\"0\" class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-image\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-title=\"\" data-alt=\"\" data-y=\"50\" data-x=\"50\" data-opacity=\"100\" data-blur=\"0\" class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-image\"\u003e\u003cpicture data-skip-lazy=\"1\" class=\"skip-lazy\"\u003e\u003cimg data-skip-lazy=\"1\" class=\"skip-lazy\" loading=\"eager\" title=\"\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/slider71\/DE371.jpeg\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/picture\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mode=\"fit\" data-public-id=\"2\" 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class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-image\"\u003e\u003cpicture data-skip-lazy=\"1\" class=\"skip-lazy\"\u003e\u003cimg data-skip-lazy=\"1\" class=\"skip-lazy\" loading=\"eager\" title=\"\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/slider71\/281048.jpeg\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/picture\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-title=\"\" data-alt=\"\" data-y=\"50\" data-x=\"50\" data-opacity=\"100\" data-blur=\"0\" class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-image\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-title=\"\" data-alt=\"\" data-y=\"50\" data-x=\"50\" data-opacity=\"100\" data-blur=\"0\" class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-image\"\u003eAny small class of locomotive was always under threat and the ‘44s’ were no exceptions. 44003 was withdrawn in July 1976 and all had gone by the end of 1980. Happily, two survive: D8 Penyghent is based at Peak Rail and D4 Great Gable is owned by the Peak Locomotive Company and is based at the Midland Railway-Butterley.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-text-align-center\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-text-align-center\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2_clear\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-label=\"Slider\" role=\"region\" data-ssid=\"72\" class=\"n2-section-smartslider fitvidsignore n2_clear\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-align n2-ss-align-visible\" id=\"n2-ss-72-align\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-padding\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-device-mode=\"desktopPortrait\" class=\"n2-ss-slider n2-ow n2-has-hover n2-ss-desktopPortrait n2-ss-loaded\" data-responsive=\"fullwidth\" data-creator=\"Smart Slider 3\" id=\"n2-ss-72\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-1 n2_ss__touch_element n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-2 n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-3 n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slide-backgrounds n2-ow-all\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mode=\"fit\" data-public-id=\"1\" class=\"n2-ss-slide-background\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-title=\"\" data-alt=\"\" data-y=\"50\" data-x=\"50\" data-opacity=\"100\" data-blur=\"0\" class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-image\"\u003e\u003cpicture data-skip-lazy=\"1\" class=\"skip-lazy\"\u003e\u003cimg data-skip-lazy=\"1\" class=\"skip-lazy\" loading=\"eager\" title=\"\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/slider72\/UK948A11.png\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/picture\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-color\" data-color=\"RGBA(255,255,255,0)\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mode=\"fit\" data-public-id=\"2\" class=\"n2-ss-slide-background\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-title=\"\" data-alt=\"\" data-y=\"50\" data-x=\"50\" data-opacity=\"100\" data-blur=\"0\" class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-image\"\u003e\u003cpicture data-skip-lazy=\"1\" class=\"skip-lazy\"\u003e\u003cimg data-skip-lazy=\"1\" class=\"skip-lazy\" loading=\"eager\" title=\"\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/slider72\/UK948A31.png\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/picture\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-color\" data-color=\"RGBA(255,255,255,0)\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mode=\"fit\" data-public-id=\"3\" class=\"n2-ss-slide-background\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-title=\"\" data-alt=\"\" data-y=\"50\" data-x=\"50\" data-opacity=\"100\" data-blur=\"0\" class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-image\"\u003e\u003cpicture data-skip-lazy=\"1\" class=\"skip-lazy\"\u003e\u003cimg data-skip-lazy=\"1\" class=\"skip-lazy\" loading=\"eager\" title=\"\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/slider72\/UK948B11.png\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/picture\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-color\" data-color=\"RGBA(255,255,255,0)\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mode=\"fit\" data-public-id=\"4\" class=\"n2-ss-slide-background\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-title=\"\" data-alt=\"\" data-y=\"50\" data-x=\"50\" data-opacity=\"100\" data-blur=\"0\" class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-image\"\u003e\u003cpicture data-skip-lazy=\"1\" class=\"skip-lazy\"\u003e\u003cimg data-skip-lazy=\"1\" class=\"skip-lazy\" loading=\"eager\" title=\"\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/slider72\/UK948B5.png\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/picture\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-title=\"\" data-alt=\"\" data-y=\"50\" data-x=\"50\" data-opacity=\"100\" data-blur=\"0\" class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-image\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-title=\"\" data-alt=\"\" data-y=\"50\" data-x=\"50\" data-opacity=\"100\" data-blur=\"0\" class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-image\"\u003eOur new models will feature a variety of detail differences seen across the locomotives working life (including plated-over steps on the body side, removal of inner sandboxes and extra steps on the bogies) to allow us to produce the definitive N gauge class 44 model. These nine new models will feature a high-quality specification including:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-title=\"\" data-alt=\"\" data-y=\"50\" data-x=\"50\" data-opacity=\"100\" data-blur=\"0\" class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-image\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDirectional Lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNext18 Decoder Socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDCC Sound option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEM Coupler pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparately fitted wipers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA selection of discs so you may apply your chosen headcode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtched radiator fan grill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54366702797185,"sku":"948503","price":213.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/948003_5a37aa73-2cbf-47cd-a6cf-b7b6db9f0d03.png?v=1749046642"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-948507-class-44-br-blie-44007-ingleborough-sound-fitted-1","title":"Rapido Trains UK 948507 - Class 44 BR Blie 44007 'Ingleborough' (Sound Fitted)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003eBR Class 44\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"content\" class=\"site-content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"primary\" class=\"content-area\"\u003e\u003cmain id=\"main\" class=\"site-main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle id=\"post-19256\" class=\"post-19256 page type-page status-publish hentry\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"\u003eWe might like the weird and wacky here at Rapido but we also take pleasure in tackling more mainstream prototypes, especially when there’s a gap in the market for a ‘Rapido-standard’ model!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’re delighted to announce that we’re filling one of the biggest gaps in the ranks of ‘N’ gauge diesels with an all-new family of ‘Peaks’, starting with the Class 44.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-text-align-center\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2_clear\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-section-smartslider fitvidsignore n2_clear\" data-ssid=\"73\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Slider\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"n2-ss-73-align\" class=\"n2-ss-align n2-ss-align-visible\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-padding\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"n2-ss-73\" data-creator=\"Smart Slider 3\" data-responsive=\"fullwidth\" class=\"n2-ss-slider n2-ow n2-has-hover n2-ss-desktopPortrait n2-ss-loaded\" data-device-mode=\"desktopPortrait\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-1 n2_ss__touch_element n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-2 n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-3 n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slide-backgrounds n2-ow-all\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slide-background\" data-public-id=\"1\" data-mode=\"fit\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-image\" data-blur=\"0\" data-opacity=\"100\" data-x=\"50\" data-y=\"50\" data-alt=\"\" data-title=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/948007.png?v=1749046821\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-image\" data-blur=\"0\" data-opacity=\"100\" data-x=\"50\" data-y=\"50\" data-alt=\"\" data-title=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-image\" data-blur=\"0\" data-opacity=\"100\" data-x=\"50\" data-y=\"50\" data-alt=\"\" data-title=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-image\" data-blur=\"0\" data-opacity=\"100\" data-x=\"50\" data-y=\"50\" data-alt=\"\" data-title=\"\"\u003eBR ordered ten new Co-Cos from Derby Works as part of its appraisal of comparative locomotive designs (dubbed the ‘Pilot Scheme’). They were inspired by the LMS’ and Southern’s pioneer diesel designs and were outwardly similar to English Electric’s Type 4 (subsequently Class 40). Although fitted with a Sulzer 12LDA28 diesel engine capable of 2,300hp, the new BR Type 4s were heavy. Their 133 ton weight required a 1Co-Co1 wheel arrangement.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-image\" data-blur=\"0\" data-opacity=\"100\" data-x=\"50\" data-y=\"50\" data-alt=\"\" data-title=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-image\" data-blur=\"0\" data-opacity=\"100\" data-x=\"50\" data-y=\"50\" data-alt=\"\" data-title=\"\"\u003eThe first, D1, emerged from Derby in 1959 and was named Scafell Pike. The remaining nine locomotives were also named after English and Welsh peaks and the class soon gained the nickname ‘Peak’, which was also applied to the subsequent Class 45s and Class 46s.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-image\" data-blur=\"0\" data-opacity=\"100\" data-x=\"50\" data-y=\"50\" data-alt=\"\" data-title=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-image\" data-blur=\"0\" data-opacity=\"100\" data-x=\"50\" data-y=\"50\" data-alt=\"\" data-title=\"\"\u003eAlthough a mixed traffic design, they were initially used on West Coast Main Line passenger services before being transferred en masse to the Midland Main Line. The subsequent arrival of the Sulver Type 4s (later Class 45) meant that the BR Type 4s (which would become Class 44 on TOPS) were allocated predominantly to freight work radiating out from Toton. 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They were less well received when used on passenger trains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStroudley’s successors, Robert Billinton and Douglas Marsh left their respective marks on the E1s, changing boiler designs and making detail changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1135\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/936_Sample_003-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-62051\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Southern Railway inherited 62 E1s. 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The latter, Public Works Department No. 79 (No. 1825\/1938) is now on display at the New South Wales Rail Museum in Thirlmere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"\u003eMost of the UK locomotives were employed in collieries and mines in Yorkshire and the East Midlands, although one was used at a power station in South Wales. Several 16in 0-6-0STs survived into preservation and can be found on a number of railways in museums up and down the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThanks to access to a number of 16in Hunslets, and original works drawings, we have been able to add a high level of detail. 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It built locomotives of all shapes and sizes both for the home market and for export all over the world. The Hunslet 16in 0-6-0ST was the largest of a range of ‘standard’ locomotives. Other similar designs were available with 12, 14 and 15in diameter cylinders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"\u003eThey were designed for industry where owners were looking for a locomotive that was economical, simple to operate, easy to maintain and durable. These locomotives often worked in dirty conditions, over poor track, with minimal maintenance and overhauls. However, they did so with ease and many had long service lives. The design was developed as a standard ‘off the shelf product’ although the new owners of locomotives often added minor embellishments including extra lubricators as they saw fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"\u003eThe design dates back to 1923 when\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eFitzwilliam\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewas built for South Kirby Featherstone \u0026amp; Hemsworth Collierys Ltd. This simple design continued to be built through the Second World War and into the 1950s. The last new Hunslet 16in was\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eFrank\u003c\/em\u003e, which was built in 1958.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"\u003eHunslet built 44 16in 0-6-0STs. Of these, four were exported to Peru and one to Australia. The latter, Public Works Department No. 79 (No. 1825\/1938) is now on display at the New South Wales Rail Museum in Thirlmere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"\u003eMost of the UK locomotives were employed in collieries and mines in Yorkshire and the East Midlands, although one was used at a power station in South Wales. Several 16in 0-6-0STs survived into preservation and can be found on a number of railways in museums up and down the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThanks to access to a number of 16in Hunslets, and original works drawings, we have been able to add a high level of detail. 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It built locomotives of all shapes and sizes both for the home market and for export all over the world. The Hunslet 16in 0-6-0ST was the largest of a range of ‘standard’ locomotives. Other similar designs were available with 12, 14 and 15in diameter cylinders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"\u003eThey were designed for industry where owners were looking for a locomotive that was economical, simple to operate, easy to maintain and durable. These locomotives often worked in dirty conditions, over poor track, with minimal maintenance and overhauls. However, they did so with ease and many had long service lives. The design was developed as a standard ‘off the shelf product’ although the new owners of locomotives often added minor embellishments including extra lubricators as they saw fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"\u003eThe design dates back to 1923 when\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eFitzwilliam\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewas built for South Kirby Featherstone \u0026amp; Hemsworth Collierys Ltd. This simple design continued to be built through the Second World War and into the 1950s. The last new Hunslet 16in was\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eFrank\u003c\/em\u003e, which was built in 1958.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"\u003eHunslet built 44 16in 0-6-0STs. Of these, four were exported to Peru and one to Australia. The latter, Public Works Department No. 79 (No. 1825\/1938) is now on display at the New South Wales Rail Museum in Thirlmere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"\u003eMost of the UK locomotives were employed in collieries and mines in Yorkshire and the East Midlands, although one was used at a power station in South Wales. Several 16in 0-6-0STs survived into preservation and can be found on a number of railways in museums up and down the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThanks to access to a number of 16in Hunslets, and original works drawings, we have been able to add a high level of detail. Each model features a die-cast metal construction, a high-quality motor and mechanism, a Next18 decoder socket, NEM coupler pockets, sprung buffers, firebox flicker for DCC users, and glow for those on DC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDie-cast metal construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh quality motor and mechanism.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNext18 decoder socket.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh level of detail with plenty of separately fitted parts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEM coupler pockets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSprung buffers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54463384945025,"sku":"903515","price":196.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/903015.png?v=1752076084"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-951007-gwr-44xx-br-early-crest-lined-black-no-4406","title":"Rapido Trains UK 951007 - GWR 44XX BR Early Crest Lined Black No. 4406","description":"\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe GWR’s legendary engineer George Jackson Churchward settled on the ‘Prairie’ or 2-6-2 wheel arrangement for a medium sized, main line tank engine in 1903. Could a smaller version of prototype No. 99 be suitable for branch lines? There was only one way to find out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eNo. 115 was built in 1904 and deemed a success. It was followed by ten more in 1905\/1906 and they eventually became the 44XX class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-56609\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/951-44xx-EP2-003-scaled.jpg\" height=\"1100\" width=\"2560\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eGood though the 44XXs were, they were hampered by their 4ft 1 1\/2in diameter driving wheels. From 1906, new locos were built with 4ft 7 1\/2in diameter driving wheels and these became the famous 45XXs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDespite being a small class, the 44XXs found work in many different parts of the Great Western network, including the Birmingham area and South Wales, but they are perhaps best known for their performances in Devon and Cornwall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-56607\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/951-44xx-EP2-001-scaled.jpg\" height=\"1113\" width=\"2560\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe locos went through many modifications and rebuilds in their lives and the last wasn’t withdrawn until 1955, having been through two World Wars, the Grouping and Nationalisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eOur design features a solid chassis and a modular body design to allow us to allow for many design and detail variations such as chimneys, safety valves, steam pipes, handrails and more. This has in turn enabled a wide variety of liveries to be represented, even on such a small class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-56610\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/951-44xx-EP2-004-scaled.jpg\" height=\"1051\" width=\"2560\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWe are very excited to bring this loco to life in model form, especially as it’s never been made in OO gauge ready-to-run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWe’d like to thank Mark Sealey from Peak Rail, the Waterman Heritage Trust, GWR.org.uk, the denizens of RMWeb and Kenny Felstead for their help in developing this exciting range of models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGWR 44XX Class\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo.4406\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBR lined black livery (large early crest) (1950-1953)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOutside steam pipes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eATC equipment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtra rivet strip on tanks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStraight filler lid stand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTall safety valve cover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStraight rain strips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCab side shutters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRear lamp iron fender\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCast iron tapered chimney\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParallel buffers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmokebox number plate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDie-cast metal and injection moulded plastic construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh quality motor and mechanism\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh level of detail with plenty of separately fitted parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional user fitted coupling hooks, vacuum hoses and steam heat pipes included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSprung buffers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54628119937409,"sku":"951007","price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/951007_bf863d20-ca8c-47d7-914f-5eccfccf0f76.png?v=1755345109"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-951001-gwr-44xx-great-western-green-no-4400","title":"Rapido Trains UK 951001 - GWR 44xx Great Western Green No. 4400","description":"\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe GWR’s legendary engineer George Jackson Churchward settled on the ‘Prairie’ or 2-6-2 wheel arrangement for a medium sized, main line tank engine in 1903. 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From 1906, new locos were built with 4ft 7 1\/2in diameter driving wheels and these became the famous 45XXs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDespite being a small class, the 44XXs found work in many different parts of the Great Western network, including the Birmingham area and South Wales, but they are perhaps best known for their performances in Devon and Cornwall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1113\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/951-44xx-EP2-001-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56607\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe locos went through many modifications and rebuilds in their lives and the last wasn’t withdrawn until 1955, having been through two World Wars, the Grouping and Nationalisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eOur design features a solid chassis and a modular body design to allow us to allow for many design and detail variations such as chimneys, safety valves, steam pipes, handrails and more. This has in turn enabled a wide variety of liveries to be represented, even on such a small class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1051\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/951-44xx-EP2-004-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56610\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWe are very excited to bring this loco to life in model form, especially as it’s never been made in OO gauge ready-to-run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWe’d like to thank Mark Sealey from Peak Rail, the Waterman Heritage Trust, GWR.org.uk, the denizens of RMWeb and Kenny Felstead for their help in developing this exciting range of models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGWR 44XX Class\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo.4400\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreat Western green livery (1920s-1930s)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInside steam pipes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtra rivet strip on tanks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStraight filler lid stand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTall safety valve cover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeaked rain strips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal chimney\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTapered buffers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDie-cast metal and injection moulded plastic construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh quality motor and mechanism\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh level of detail with plenty of separately fitted parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional user fitted coupling hooks, vacuum hoses and steam heat pipes included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSprung buffers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54628144251265,"sku":"951001","price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/951001_3fca2e31-0cce-4cf7-9cb2-c3d6377c9228.png?v=1755345143"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-961002-iron-mink-gwr-inter-war-triple-pack","title":"Rapido Trains UK 961002 - Iron Mink - GWR (Inter-War) Triple Pack","description":"\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eRapido Trains UK is proud to announce brand-new N Gauge Iron Minks and Not-Quite-Minks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eOur range of Iron Minks was an absolute blast in OO and loads of you have asked us to shrink them down to N Gauge. We have been mulling it over, and we think that now is a good time to follow up on the popularity of the recently released Not-Quite-minks, and iron out the designs for our N Gauge fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-ssid=\"127\" class=\"n2-section-smartslider fitvidsignore n2_clear\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-align n2-ss-align-visible\" id=\"n2-ss-127-align\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-padding\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-device-mode=\"desktopPortrait\" class=\"n2-ss-slider n2-ow n2-has-hover n2-ss-desktopPortrait n2-ss-loaded\" data-responsive=\"auto\" data-creator=\"Smart Slider 3\" id=\"n2-ss-127\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-wrapper-inside\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-1 n2_ss__touch_element n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-2 n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-3 n2-ow\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe Great Western Railway’s V6 ‘Iron Mink’ is one of the most recognisable designs that came out of the Swindon wagon drawing office. What made these wagons so recognisable was the fact that they shunned traditional wooden construction and were made from metal instead. Shortages of timber forced the GWR to investigate building vans from metal but it wasn’t until 1888 that what could be called the ‘Standard Iron Mink’ appeared. This boasted a 16ft 6in underframe and a capacity of 8 tons. Over 4,000 were built up to 1901 when the GWR reverted to wood bodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith war looming, the ‘Iron Mink’s’ metal construction made it an ideal gunpowder van. Wooden doors were replaced with thick metal ones and the end ventilators were covered with a plain panel. After the First World War, these ‘Iron Minks’ were converted back to goods traffic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe ‘Iron Minks’ were long lived with examples surviving through until British Railways days in revenue and Departmental service. They could be found all over the UK railway network and some were recorded as far north as Inverness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-ssid=\"128\" class=\"n2-section-smartslider fitvidsignore n2_clear\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-align n2-ss-align-visible\" id=\"n2-ss-128-align\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-padding\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-device-mode=\"desktopPortrait\" class=\"n2-ss-slider n2-ow n2-has-hover n2-ss-desktopPortrait n2-ss-loaded\" data-responsive=\"auto\" data-creator=\"Smart Slider 3\" id=\"n2-ss-128\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-wrapper-inside\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-1 n2_ss__touch_element n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-2 n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-3 n2-ow\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThough the GWR pioneered the ‘Iron Mink’, the basic design was adopted by not only private wagon builders but other railway companies. Other railways and builders would use what was essentially the ‘Iron Mink’ body but use underframes and fittings to their own design. Whilst not quite right we thought we would offer ready-to-run ‘Not-Quite-Minks’ that represent railway companies and private owner organisations where the pickings of RTR models are quite slim – we trust that modellers will overlook any slight prototypical inaccuracies in order to enjoy highly authentic and well-researched liveries on a beautiful looking and refined model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eAmongst the range is a nice selection of tooling variants to cover some of the different guises the ‘Iron Mink’ had throughout its existence. These include plated or vented ends, wooden or gunpowder van metal doors, and numerous brake configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIron Mink Triple Pack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGWR inter-war livery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWagon 1 – No.37979 (end vents, double sided 3-shoe brakes and standard doors)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWagon 2 – No.57917 (end vents, double sided 3-shoe brakes and standard doors)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWagon 3 – No.69627 (end vents, double sided 3-shoe brakes and standard doors)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighly detailed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh quality finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLots of separately fitted parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEM Couplings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55043287449985,"sku":"961002","price":59.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/961002Rake.png?v=1764776724"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-961003-iron-mink-gw-at-war-pack-a-triple-pack","title":"Rapido Trains UK 961003 - Iron Mink - GW at War Pack A Triple Pack","description":"\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eRapido Trains UK is proud to announce brand-new N Gauge Iron Minks and Not-Quite-Minks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eOur range of Iron Minks was an absolute blast in OO and loads of you have asked us to shrink them down to N Gauge. We have been mulling it over, and we think that now is a good time to follow up on the popularity of the recently released Not-Quite-minks, and iron out the designs for our N Gauge fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-section-smartslider fitvidsignore n2_clear\" data-ssid=\"127\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"n2-ss-127-align\" class=\"n2-ss-align n2-ss-align-visible\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-padding\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"n2-ss-127\" data-creator=\"Smart Slider 3\" data-responsive=\"auto\" class=\"n2-ss-slider n2-ow n2-has-hover n2-ss-desktopPortrait n2-ss-loaded\" data-device-mode=\"desktopPortrait\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-wrapper-inside\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-1 n2_ss__touch_element n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-2 n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-3 n2-ow\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe Great Western Railway’s V6 ‘Iron Mink’ is one of the most recognisable designs that came out of the Swindon wagon drawing office. What made these wagons so recognisable was the fact that they shunned traditional wooden construction and were made from metal instead. Shortages of timber forced the GWR to investigate building vans from metal but it wasn’t until 1888 that what could be called the ‘Standard Iron Mink’ appeared. This boasted a 16ft 6in underframe and a capacity of 8 tons. Over 4,000 were built up to 1901 when the GWR reverted to wood bodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith war looming, the ‘Iron Mink’s’ metal construction made it an ideal gunpowder van. Wooden doors were replaced with thick metal ones and the end ventilators were covered with a plain panel. After the First World War, these ‘Iron Minks’ were converted back to goods traffic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe ‘Iron Minks’ were long lived with examples surviving through until British Railways days in revenue and Departmental service. They could be found all over the UK railway network and some were recorded as far north as Inverness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-section-smartslider fitvidsignore n2_clear\" data-ssid=\"128\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"n2-ss-128-align\" class=\"n2-ss-align n2-ss-align-visible\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-padding\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"n2-ss-128\" data-creator=\"Smart Slider 3\" data-responsive=\"auto\" class=\"n2-ss-slider n2-ow n2-has-hover n2-ss-desktopPortrait n2-ss-loaded\" data-device-mode=\"desktopPortrait\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-wrapper-inside\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-1 n2_ss__touch_element n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-2 n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-3 n2-ow\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThough the GWR pioneered the ‘Iron Mink’, the basic design was adopted by not only private wagon builders but other railway companies. Other railways and builders would use what was essentially the ‘Iron Mink’ body but use underframes and fittings to their own design. Whilst not quite right we thought we would offer ready-to-run ‘Not-Quite-Minks’ that represent railway companies and private owner organisations where the pickings of RTR models are quite slim – we trust that modellers will overlook any slight prototypical inaccuracies in order to enjoy highly authentic and well-researched liveries on a beautiful looking and refined model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eAmongst the range is a nice selection of tooling variants to cover some of the different guises the ‘Iron Mink’ had throughout its existence. These include plated or vented ends, wooden or gunpowder van metal doors, and numerous brake configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIron Mink Triple Pack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGWR at war pack A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImprovised gunpowder van livery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWagon 1 – No.11346 (plated end vents, double sided 3-shoe brakes and GPV doors)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWagon 2 – No.58725 (plated end vents, double sided 4-shoe brakes and GPV doors)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWagon 3 – No.11036 (end vents, double sided 3-shoe brakes and standard doors)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighly detailed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh quality finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLots of separately fitted parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEM Couplings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55043333063041,"sku":"961003","price":59.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/961003Rake.png?v=1764777004"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-961004-iron-mink-gw-at-war-pack-b-triple-pack","title":"Rapido Trains UK 961004 - Iron Mink - GW at War Pack B Triple Pack","description":"\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eRapido Trains UK is proud to announce brand-new N Gauge Iron Minks and Not-Quite-Minks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eOur range of Iron Minks was an absolute blast in OO and loads of you have asked us to shrink them down to N Gauge. We have been mulling it over, and we think that now is a good time to follow up on the popularity of the recently released Not-Quite-minks, and iron out the designs for our N Gauge fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-section-smartslider fitvidsignore n2_clear\" data-ssid=\"127\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"n2-ss-127-align\" class=\"n2-ss-align n2-ss-align-visible\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-padding\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"n2-ss-127\" data-creator=\"Smart Slider 3\" data-responsive=\"auto\" class=\"n2-ss-slider n2-ow n2-has-hover n2-ss-desktopPortrait n2-ss-loaded\" data-device-mode=\"desktopPortrait\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-wrapper-inside\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-1 n2_ss__touch_element n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-2 n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-3 n2-ow\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe Great Western Railway’s V6 ‘Iron Mink’ is one of the most recognisable designs that came out of the Swindon wagon drawing office. What made these wagons so recognisable was the fact that they shunned traditional wooden construction and were made from metal instead. Shortages of timber forced the GWR to investigate building vans from metal but it wasn’t until 1888 that what could be called the ‘Standard Iron Mink’ appeared. This boasted a 16ft 6in underframe and a capacity of 8 tons. Over 4,000 were built up to 1901 when the GWR reverted to wood bodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith war looming, the ‘Iron Mink’s’ metal construction made it an ideal gunpowder van. Wooden doors were replaced with thick metal ones and the end ventilators were covered with a plain panel. After the First World War, these ‘Iron Minks’ were converted back to goods traffic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe ‘Iron Minks’ were long lived with examples surviving through until British Railways days in revenue and Departmental service. 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Other railways and builders would use what was essentially the ‘Iron Mink’ body but use underframes and fittings to their own design. Whilst not quite right we thought we would offer ready-to-run ‘Not-Quite-Minks’ that represent railway companies and private owner organisations where the pickings of RTR models are quite slim – we trust that modellers will overlook any slight prototypical inaccuracies in order to enjoy highly authentic and well-researched liveries on a beautiful looking and refined model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eAmongst the range is a nice selection of tooling variants to cover some of the different guises the ‘Iron Mink’ had throughout its existence. These include plated or vented ends, wooden or gunpowder van metal doors, and numerous brake configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIron Mink Triple Pack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGWR at war pack B\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWagon 1 – No.58155 (end vents, double sided 3-shoe brakes and standard doors)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWagon 2 – No.47528 (end vents, double sided 4-shoe brakes and standard doors)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWagon 3 – No.47305 (end vents, double sided 3-shoe brakes and standard doors)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighly detailed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh quality finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLots of separately fitted parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEM Couplings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55043337847169,"sku":"961004","price":59.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/961004Rake_b7d3efb2-4be3-44e5-9ffd-c954550273c4.png?v=1764780761"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-961006-not-quite-minks-lms-acid-triple-pack","title":"Rapido Trains UK 961006 - Not Quite Minks - LMS Acid Triple Pack","description":"\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eRapido Trains UK is proud to announce brand-new N Gauge Iron Minks and Not-Quite-Minks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eOur range of Iron Minks was an absolute blast in OO and loads of you have asked us to shrink them down to N Gauge. We have been mulling it over, and we think that now is a good time to follow up on the popularity of the recently released Not-Quite-minks, and iron out the designs for our N Gauge fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-ssid=\"127\" class=\"n2-section-smartslider fitvidsignore n2_clear\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-align n2-ss-align-visible\" id=\"n2-ss-127-align\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-padding\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-device-mode=\"desktopPortrait\" class=\"n2-ss-slider n2-ow n2-has-hover n2-ss-desktopPortrait n2-ss-loaded\" data-responsive=\"auto\" data-creator=\"Smart Slider 3\" id=\"n2-ss-127\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-wrapper-inside\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-1 n2_ss__touch_element n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-2 n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-3 n2-ow\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe Great Western Railway’s V6 ‘Iron Mink’ is one of the most recognisable designs that came out of the Swindon wagon drawing office. What made these wagons so recognisable was the fact that they shunned traditional wooden construction and were made from metal instead. Shortages of timber forced the GWR to investigate building vans from metal but it wasn’t until 1888 that what could be called the ‘Standard Iron Mink’ appeared. This boasted a 16ft 6in underframe and a capacity of 8 tons. Over 4,000 were built up to 1901 when the GWR reverted to wood bodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith war looming, the ‘Iron Mink’s’ metal construction made it an ideal gunpowder van. Wooden doors were replaced with thick metal ones and the end ventilators were covered with a plain panel. After the First World War, these ‘Iron Minks’ were converted back to goods traffic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe ‘Iron Minks’ were long lived with examples surviving through until British Railways days in revenue and Departmental service. They could be found all over the UK railway network and some were recorded as far north as Inverness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-ssid=\"128\" class=\"n2-section-smartslider fitvidsignore n2_clear\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-align n2-ss-align-visible\" id=\"n2-ss-128-align\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-padding\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-device-mode=\"desktopPortrait\" class=\"n2-ss-slider n2-ow n2-has-hover n2-ss-desktopPortrait n2-ss-loaded\" data-responsive=\"auto\" data-creator=\"Smart Slider 3\" id=\"n2-ss-128\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-wrapper-inside\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-1 n2_ss__touch_element n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-2 n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-3 n2-ow\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThough the GWR pioneered the ‘Iron Mink’, the basic design was adopted by not only private wagon builders but other railway companies. Other railways and builders would use what was essentially the ‘Iron Mink’ body but use underframes and fittings to their own design. Whilst not quite right we thought we would offer ready-to-run ‘Not-Quite-Minks’ that represent railway companies and private owner organisations where the pickings of RTR models are quite slim – we trust that modellers will overlook any slight prototypical inaccuracies in order to enjoy highly authentic and well-researched liveries on a beautiful looking and refined model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eAmongst the range is a nice selection of tooling variants to cover some of the different guises the ‘Iron Mink’ had throughout its existence. These include plated or vented ends, wooden or gunpowder van metal doors, and numerous brake configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot Quite Mink Triple Pack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLMS Acid Van\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWagon 1 – No.240251 (plated end vents, double sided 4-shoe brakes and GPV doors)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWagon 2 – No.246414 (plated end vents, double sided 4-shoe brakes and GPV doors)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWagon 3 – No.221203 (plated end vents, double sided 4-shoe brakes and GPV doors)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighly detailed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh quality finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLots of separately fitted parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEM Couplings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55043342467457,"sku":"961006","price":59.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/961006Rake.png?v=1764777369"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-961008-not-quite-minks-northerners-triple-pack","title":"Rapido Trains UK 961008 - Not Quite Minks - Northerners Triple Pack","description":"\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eRapido Trains UK is proud to announce brand-new N Gauge Iron Minks and Not-Quite-Minks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eOur range of Iron Minks was an absolute blast in OO and loads of you have asked us to shrink them down to N Gauge. We have been mulling it over, and we think that now is a good time to follow up on the popularity of the recently released Not-Quite-minks, and iron out the designs for our N Gauge fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-section-smartslider fitvidsignore n2_clear\" data-ssid=\"127\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"n2-ss-127-align\" class=\"n2-ss-align n2-ss-align-visible\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-padding\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"n2-ss-127\" data-creator=\"Smart Slider 3\" data-responsive=\"auto\" class=\"n2-ss-slider n2-ow n2-has-hover n2-ss-desktopPortrait n2-ss-loaded\" data-device-mode=\"desktopPortrait\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-wrapper-inside\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-1 n2_ss__touch_element n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-2 n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-3 n2-ow\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe Great Western Railway’s V6 ‘Iron Mink’ is one of the most recognisable designs that came out of the Swindon wagon drawing office. What made these wagons so recognisable was the fact that they shunned traditional wooden construction and were made from metal instead. Shortages of timber forced the GWR to investigate building vans from metal but it wasn’t until 1888 that what could be called the ‘Standard Iron Mink’ appeared. This boasted a 16ft 6in underframe and a capacity of 8 tons. Over 4,000 were built up to 1901 when the GWR reverted to wood bodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith war looming, the ‘Iron Mink’s’ metal construction made it an ideal gunpowder van. Wooden doors were replaced with thick metal ones and the end ventilators were covered with a plain panel. After the First World War, these ‘Iron Minks’ were converted back to goods traffic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe ‘Iron Minks’ were long lived with examples surviving through until British Railways days in revenue and Departmental service. They could be found all over the UK railway network and some were recorded as far north as Inverness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-section-smartslider fitvidsignore n2_clear\" data-ssid=\"128\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"n2-ss-128-align\" class=\"n2-ss-align n2-ss-align-visible\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-padding\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"n2-ss-128\" data-creator=\"Smart Slider 3\" data-responsive=\"auto\" class=\"n2-ss-slider n2-ow n2-has-hover n2-ss-desktopPortrait n2-ss-loaded\" data-device-mode=\"desktopPortrait\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-wrapper-inside\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-1 n2_ss__touch_element n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-2 n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-3 n2-ow\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThough the GWR pioneered the ‘Iron Mink’, the basic design was adopted by not only private wagon builders but other railway companies. Other railways and builders would use what was essentially the ‘Iron Mink’ body but use underframes and fittings to their own design. Whilst not quite right we thought we would offer ready-to-run ‘Not-Quite-Minks’ that represent railway companies and private owner organisations where the pickings of RTR models are quite slim – we trust that modellers will overlook any slight prototypical inaccuracies in order to enjoy highly authentic and well-researched liveries on a beautiful looking and refined model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eAmongst the range is a nice selection of tooling variants to cover some of the different guises the ‘Iron Mink’ had throughout its existence. These include plated or vented ends, wooden or gunpowder van metal doors, and numerous brake configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWagon 1 – L\u0026amp;Y No.30897 (plated end vents, double sided 2-shoe brakes and GPV doors)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWagon 2 – LNWR No.13591 (plated end vents, double sided 4-shoe brakes and GPV doors)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWagon 3 – Great Northern No.13207 (plated end vents, single sided 2-shoe brakes and GPV doors)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighly detailed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh quality finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLots of separately fitted parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEM Couplings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55043438084481,"sku":"961008","price":59.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/961008Rake.png?v=1764778779"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-961011-iron-mink-br-w-triple-pack","title":"Rapido Trains UK 961011 - Iron Mink - BR (W) Triple Pack","description":"\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eRapido Trains UK is proud to announce brand-new N Gauge Iron Minks and Not-Quite-Minks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eOur range of Iron Minks was an absolute blast in OO and loads of you have asked us to shrink them down to N Gauge. We have been mulling it over, and we think that now is a good time to follow up on the popularity of the recently released Not-Quite-minks, and iron out the designs for our N Gauge fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-section-smartslider fitvidsignore n2_clear\" data-ssid=\"127\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"n2-ss-127-align\" class=\"n2-ss-align n2-ss-align-visible\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-padding\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"n2-ss-127\" data-creator=\"Smart Slider 3\" data-responsive=\"auto\" class=\"n2-ss-slider n2-ow n2-has-hover n2-ss-desktopPortrait n2-ss-loaded\" data-device-mode=\"desktopPortrait\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-wrapper-inside\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-1 n2_ss__touch_element n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-2 n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-3 n2-ow\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe Great Western Railway’s V6 ‘Iron Mink’ is one of the most recognisable designs that came out of the Swindon wagon drawing office. What made these wagons so recognisable was the fact that they shunned traditional wooden construction and were made from metal instead. Shortages of timber forced the GWR to investigate building vans from metal but it wasn’t until 1888 that what could be called the ‘Standard Iron Mink’ appeared. This boasted a 16ft 6in underframe and a capacity of 8 tons. Over 4,000 were built up to 1901 when the GWR reverted to wood bodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith war looming, the ‘Iron Mink’s’ metal construction made it an ideal gunpowder van. Wooden doors were replaced with thick metal ones and the end ventilators were covered with a plain panel. After the First World War, these ‘Iron Minks’ were converted back to goods traffic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe ‘Iron Minks’ were long lived with examples surviving through until British Railways days in revenue and Departmental service. They could be found all over the UK railway network and some were recorded as far north as Inverness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-section-smartslider fitvidsignore n2_clear\" data-ssid=\"128\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"n2-ss-128-align\" class=\"n2-ss-align n2-ss-align-visible\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-padding\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"n2-ss-128\" data-creator=\"Smart Slider 3\" data-responsive=\"auto\" class=\"n2-ss-slider n2-ow n2-has-hover n2-ss-desktopPortrait n2-ss-loaded\" data-device-mode=\"desktopPortrait\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-wrapper-inside\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-1 n2_ss__touch_element n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-2 n2-ow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n2-ss-slider-3 n2-ow\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThough the GWR pioneered the ‘Iron Mink’, the basic design was adopted by not only private wagon builders but other railway companies. Other railways and builders would use what was essentially the ‘Iron Mink’ body but use underframes and fittings to their own design. Whilst not quite right we thought we would offer ready-to-run ‘Not-Quite-Minks’ that represent railway companies and private owner organisations where the pickings of RTR models are quite slim – we trust that modellers will overlook any slight prototypical inaccuracies in order to enjoy highly authentic and well-researched liveries on a beautiful looking and refined model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eAmongst the range is a nice selection of tooling variants to cover some of the different guises the ‘Iron Mink’ had throughout its existence. 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The reason these two locomotives were designed requires a look back in time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1081\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/968-Port-of-Par-Painted-Samples-005-sml.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-65744\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eIn 1829 Joseph Thomas Treffry started to build Par Harbour. His business interests required coal to be imported and copper, lead and granite to be exported. Other ports were too small or faced logistical obstructions – resulting in the creation of Par Harbour. However geographical restrictions meant that engines had to pass under an 8ft tall bridge under the Cornish Mainline to reach the china clay works along with operating on curves down to a 70’ radius. The port had previously had a number of ramshackle and hand-me-down locomotives but in the mid-1930s something better was needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1054\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/060.Par-Harbour-Alfred-13-April-1974-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-55969\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eIn September 1937 the locomotive was delivered at a cost of £1200 carrying the works number 2572. It had originally been planned to name her\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eChough\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eafter the distinctive species of Cornish bird. The message was received by Bagnall as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCough\u003c\/em\u003e, which they thought was rather strange and so she was sent to Par without a nameplate. She was finally given nameplates that read\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eJudy\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eafter 1955.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eBy 1952 the low-profile Sentinel\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eToby\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003erequired replacement and an upturn in traffic meant an order was placed for another locomotive. In 1954 Alfred was delivered (named after the manager of the harbour Alfred Truscott). Whilst nominally the same,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlfred\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehad some differences to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eJudy\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewith different bunker style, tank and handrail alterations (such as a tank filler that opened in the opposite direction) and a different purchase price – this time £7500.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1082\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/968-Port-of-Par-Painted-Samples-001-sml.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-65745\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe engines had a hard-working life hauling thousands of tons of china clay with both engines in operation each day. However, during the 1960s modernisation of the port started and rail traffic started to diminish. The branch line to the china clay workings was lifted and replaced with a road for lorries.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eJudy\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehad started to experience boiler troubles so was withdrawn from traffic in 1969 – her driver Del Robins taking her into the shed for one last time for not only\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eJudy’s\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eretirement but his own.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlfred\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esoldiered on until 1977 when, rather unglamorously, shunting was taken over by tractors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe locomotives gained a celebrity status not least because of their unusual size and stature. They were some of the last working steam engines in Cornwall and the site became a stronghold of visits by railway enthusiasts. The engines became so popular that they also inspired the Rev. W. Awdry to immortalise them in his Railway Series stories as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eBill\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eBen\u003c\/em\u003e, carrying a striking yellow livery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1081\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/968-Port-of-Par-Painted-Samples-004-sml.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-65746\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eBoth locomotives can now be found on the Bodmin and Wenford Railway.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eJudy\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewas returned to operational condition in 2023 whilst plans for returning\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlfred\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto operational condition are being finalised with the intention that both locomotives will be available to work together once again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThese delightful little models include a smooth-running mechanism with flywheel, plunger pickups, a factory-installed speaker on all models, and an ESU Nano decoder socket fitted under the tank. There will also be separate tooling to accurately portray the slight differences between\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlfred\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eJudy\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecorrectly. Sadly, it has not been possible to make the full Bagnall-Price valve gear operational due to the size and clearance of the parts – but we hope the few parts (that are mostly hidden) that don’t move will not detract from the overall model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/968-Port-of-Par-Painted-Samples-003-sml.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-65747\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eAlfred and Judy are available as part of two special twin packs, one in their 1960s condition, and the other as they are currently preserved! There are also two individual models available, the first is of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eJudy\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eas she arrived at Par before she was named, and the other is of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlfred\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein his 2000s preserved Port of Par Yellow livery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1880\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/UK968-in-box.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-55974\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eIn addition to the highly detailed models, the special twin packs are presented to you in this rather stylish box, and contain a postcard-size exclusive\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eJonathan Clay\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eprint, and an illustrated booklet describing both locomotive’s history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWe wish to thank David Nelson-Brown and the Bodmin and Wenford Railway for their ongoing support of this project and Bernard Mills for the historic photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDouble pack of “Judy” (Bagnall 2572) and “Alfred” (Bagnall 3058)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1960s condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLined dark green livery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial Presentation Box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllustrated booklet describing the history of the locomotives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePostcard print of exclusive Jonathan Clay painting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoreless motor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlywheel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlunger pickups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSprung buffers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed cab interior\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory-fitted speaker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePoseable rear shutters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiecast metal running board\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional scale couplings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional bufferbeam inserts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTooling variations to accurately portray each loco\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55043576496513,"sku":"968001","price":238.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/968001_pair1.png?v=1764779528"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-965002-andrew-barclay-fireless-0-4-0-lined-caledonian-blue","title":"Rapido Trains UK 965002 - Andrew Barclay Fireless 0-4-0 Lined Caledonian Blue","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003e‘Caledonia’ 0-4-0 Fireless\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"content\" class=\"site-content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"primary\" class=\"content-area\"\u003e\u003cmain id=\"main\" class=\"site-main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle id=\"post-44736\" class=\"post-44736 page type-page status-publish hentry\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a2843a9be24bf0bc0aa25df6e8030423\"\u003eThey love steam locos at Rapido, and most of them follow similar design principles. The Andrew Barclay 0-4-0 fireless well and truly takes the design rulebook and throws it out the window.\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size wp-elements-c6d5a56668d7e44ab9bdc7233f7ee01f\"\u003eAs the railways established themselves as a reliable method to transport goods one problem came to the forefront – fire. Steam locos fundamentally need a heat source created from some form of fire to turn water into steam. However, this fire, alongside sparks emitted from the chimney, caused great concern in environments where munitions, fuel or other flammable materials were being moved or stored\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size wp-elements-e4564047183965419786f19ab4b5a8a0\"\u003eThe solution is a locomotive that won’t spark, or have a naked flame on board. Thankfully, some bright spark had the clever idea of harnessing steam power in a large rechargeable steam reservoir, which would sit in the place of the boiler of a conventional steam locomotive. This reservoir would be filled with a mix of boiling water and steam at high pressure. As the locomotive was used the steam would be used and thus the pressure in the reservoir would drop. This in turn allowed the water to start to boil replacing the steam that had been used. With this method a locomotive could work for about 4 hours prior to recharging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size wp-elements-a9aa4941efb3c718c1b2250024017414\"\u003eThe result is a design that has a distinct lack of key features which people associate with more traditional steam locomotives, such as a smokebox and chimney, a firebox, forward-mounted cylinders and coal bunkers or tenders. Its lack of a firebox requires its cylinders to be rear-mounted both to improve efficiency and redistribute the weight of the loco, and its other missing features are simply because they are surplus to requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size wp-elements-673e0ca606f9b1ef5ec57261487540b7\"\u003eThe largest number of British-built fireless locomotives were constructed by Andrew Barclay \u0026amp; Co. Ltd, and an impressive 114 were built between 1913 and 1961 of varying designs, so it was only fitting that we pick the most numerous of Barclay’s prototypes, the ‘Caledonia’, to produce as the very first Ready-to-run OO Gauge British Fireless loco. These industrial oddities survived far longer than most British Railways and industrial coal-fired steam locos with many examples working into the 1980s and even into the 1990s with many examples later preserved around the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThese highly detailed models feature a smooth-running mechanism, factory-installed speaker, NEM Coupler pockets, an ESU E24 decoder socket, and absolutely no firebox flicker. Individual models will feature variations of reservoir support buffer guides, and reducing valves, and there are some versions with an extra tank and injector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe models can then be personalised with a selection of interesting Polybag parts too, including oil and electric lamps, cab side windows, low doors, shutters, and full cab doors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55287352361345,"sku":"965002","price":119.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/965002.png?v=1769618195"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-965003-andrew-barclay-fireless-0-4-0-croda-chemicals","title":"Rapido Trains UK 965003 - Andrew Barclay Fireless 0-4-0 Croda Chemicals","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003e‘Caledonia’ 0-4-0 Fireless\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"content\" class=\"site-content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"primary\" class=\"content-area\"\u003e\u003cmain id=\"main\" class=\"site-main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle id=\"post-44736\" class=\"post-44736 page type-page status-publish hentry\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a2843a9be24bf0bc0aa25df6e8030423\"\u003eThey love steam locos at Rapido, and most of them follow similar design principles. The Andrew Barclay 0-4-0 fireless well and truly takes the design rulebook and throws it out the window.\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size wp-elements-c6d5a56668d7e44ab9bdc7233f7ee01f\"\u003eAs the railways established themselves as a reliable method to transport goods one problem came to the forefront – fire. Steam locos fundamentally need a heat source created from some form of fire to turn water into steam. However, this fire, alongside sparks emitted from the chimney, caused great concern in environments where munitions, fuel or other flammable materials were being moved or stored\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size wp-elements-e4564047183965419786f19ab4b5a8a0\"\u003eThe solution is a locomotive that won’t spark, or have a naked flame on board. Thankfully, some bright spark had the clever idea of harnessing steam power in a large rechargeable steam reservoir, which would sit in the place of the boiler of a conventional steam locomotive. This reservoir would be filled with a mix of boiling water and steam at high pressure. As the locomotive was used the steam would be used and thus the pressure in the reservoir would drop. This in turn allowed the water to start to boil replacing the steam that had been used. With this method a locomotive could work for about 4 hours prior to recharging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size wp-elements-a9aa4941efb3c718c1b2250024017414\"\u003eThe result is a design that has a distinct lack of key features which people associate with more traditional steam locomotives, such as a smokebox and chimney, a firebox, forward-mounted cylinders and coal bunkers or tenders. Its lack of a firebox requires its cylinders to be rear-mounted both to improve efficiency and redistribute the weight of the loco, and its other missing features are simply because they are surplus to requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size wp-elements-673e0ca606f9b1ef5ec57261487540b7\"\u003eThe largest number of British-built fireless locomotives were constructed by Andrew Barclay \u0026amp; Co. Ltd, and an impressive 114 were built between 1913 and 1961 of varying designs, so it was only fitting that we pick the most numerous of Barclay’s prototypes, the ‘Caledonia’, to produce as the very first Ready-to-run OO Gauge British Fireless loco. These industrial oddities survived far longer than most British Railways and industrial coal-fired steam locos with many examples working into the 1980s and even into the 1990s with many examples later preserved around the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThese highly detailed models feature a smooth-running mechanism, factory-installed speaker, NEM Coupler pockets, an ESU E24 decoder socket, and absolutely no firebox flicker. Individual models will feature variations of reservoir support buffer guides, and reducing valves, and there are some versions with an extra tank and injector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe models can then be personalised with a selection of interesting Polybag parts too, including oil and electric lamps, cab side windows, low doors, shutters, and full cab doors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55287355801985,"sku":"965003","price":119.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/965003.png?v=1769618817"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-965004-andrew-barclay-fireless-0-4-0-shell-mex-works-no-1952","title":"Rapido Trains UK 965004 - Andrew Barclay Fireless 0-4-0 Shell Mex Works No. 1952","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003e‘Caledonia’ 0-4-0 Fireless\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"content\" class=\"site-content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"primary\" class=\"content-area\"\u003e\u003cmain id=\"main\" class=\"site-main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle id=\"post-44736\" class=\"post-44736 page type-page status-publish hentry\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a2843a9be24bf0bc0aa25df6e8030423\"\u003eThey love steam locos at Rapido, and most of them follow similar design principles. The Andrew Barclay 0-4-0 fireless well and truly takes the design rulebook and throws it out the window.\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size wp-elements-c6d5a56668d7e44ab9bdc7233f7ee01f\"\u003eAs the railways established themselves as a reliable method to transport goods one problem came to the forefront – fire. Steam locos fundamentally need a heat source created from some form of fire to turn water into steam. However, this fire, alongside sparks emitted from the chimney, caused great concern in environments where munitions, fuel or other flammable materials were being moved or stored\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size wp-elements-e4564047183965419786f19ab4b5a8a0\"\u003eThe solution is a locomotive that won’t spark, or have a naked flame on board. Thankfully, some bright spark had the clever idea of harnessing steam power in a large rechargeable steam reservoir, which would sit in the place of the boiler of a conventional steam locomotive. This reservoir would be filled with a mix of boiling water and steam at high pressure. As the locomotive was used the steam would be used and thus the pressure in the reservoir would drop. This in turn allowed the water to start to boil replacing the steam that had been used. With this method a locomotive could work for about 4 hours prior to recharging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size wp-elements-a9aa4941efb3c718c1b2250024017414\"\u003eThe result is a design that has a distinct lack of key features which people associate with more traditional steam locomotives, such as a smokebox and chimney, a firebox, forward-mounted cylinders and coal bunkers or tenders. Its lack of a firebox requires its cylinders to be rear-mounted both to improve efficiency and redistribute the weight of the loco, and its other missing features are simply because they are surplus to requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size wp-elements-673e0ca606f9b1ef5ec57261487540b7\"\u003eThe largest number of British-built fireless locomotives were constructed by Andrew Barclay \u0026amp; Co. Ltd, and an impressive 114 were built between 1913 and 1961 of varying designs, so it was only fitting that we pick the most numerous of Barclay’s prototypes, the ‘Caledonia’, to produce as the very first Ready-to-run OO Gauge British Fireless loco. These industrial oddities survived far longer than most British Railways and industrial coal-fired steam locos with many examples working into the 1980s and even into the 1990s with many examples later preserved around the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThese highly detailed models feature a smooth-running mechanism, factory-installed speaker, NEM Coupler pockets, an ESU E24 decoder socket, and absolutely no firebox flicker. Individual models will feature variations of reservoir support buffer guides, and reducing valves, and there are some versions with an extra tank and injector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe models can then be personalised with a selection of interesting Polybag parts too, including oil and electric lamps, cab side windows, low doors, shutters, and full cab doors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55287356555649,"sku":"965004","price":119.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/965004.png?v=1769618903"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-965007-andrew-barclay-fireless-0-4-0-doon-valley-railway-preserved-works-no-1952","title":"Rapido Trains UK 965007 - Andrew Barclay Fireless 0-4-0 Doon Valley Railway (Preserved) Works No. 1952","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003e‘Caledonia’ 0-4-0 Fireless\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"content\" class=\"site-content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"primary\" class=\"content-area\"\u003e\u003cmain id=\"main\" class=\"site-main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle id=\"post-44736\" class=\"post-44736 page type-page status-publish hentry\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a2843a9be24bf0bc0aa25df6e8030423\"\u003eThey love steam locos at Rapido, and most of them follow similar design principles. The Andrew Barclay 0-4-0 fireless well and truly takes the design rulebook and throws it out the window.\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size wp-elements-c6d5a56668d7e44ab9bdc7233f7ee01f\"\u003eAs the railways established themselves as a reliable method to transport goods one problem came to the forefront – fire. Steam locos fundamentally need a heat source created from some form of fire to turn water into steam. However, this fire, alongside sparks emitted from the chimney, caused great concern in environments where munitions, fuel or other flammable materials were being moved or stored\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size wp-elements-e4564047183965419786f19ab4b5a8a0\"\u003eThe solution is a locomotive that won’t spark, or have a naked flame on board. Thankfully, some bright spark had the clever idea of harnessing steam power in a large rechargeable steam reservoir, which would sit in the place of the boiler of a conventional steam locomotive. This reservoir would be filled with a mix of boiling water and steam at high pressure. As the locomotive was used the steam would be used and thus the pressure in the reservoir would drop. This in turn allowed the water to start to boil replacing the steam that had been used. With this method a locomotive could work for about 4 hours prior to recharging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size wp-elements-a9aa4941efb3c718c1b2250024017414\"\u003eThe result is a design that has a distinct lack of key features which people associate with more traditional steam locomotives, such as a smokebox and chimney, a firebox, forward-mounted cylinders and coal bunkers or tenders. Its lack of a firebox requires its cylinders to be rear-mounted both to improve efficiency and redistribute the weight of the loco, and its other missing features are simply because they are surplus to requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size wp-elements-673e0ca606f9b1ef5ec57261487540b7\"\u003eThe largest number of British-built fireless locomotives were constructed by Andrew Barclay \u0026amp; Co. Ltd, and an impressive 114 were built between 1913 and 1961 of varying designs, so it was only fitting that we pick the most numerous of Barclay’s prototypes, the ‘Caledonia’, to produce as the very first Ready-to-run OO Gauge British Fireless loco. These industrial oddities survived far longer than most British Railways and industrial coal-fired steam locos with many examples working into the 1980s and even into the 1990s with many examples later preserved around the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThese highly detailed models feature a smooth-running mechanism, factory-installed speaker, NEM Coupler pockets, an ESU E24 decoder socket, and absolutely no firebox flicker. Individual models will feature variations of reservoir support buffer guides, and reducing valves, and there are some versions with an extra tank and injector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe models can then be personalised with a selection of interesting Polybag parts too, including oil and electric lamps, cab side windows, low doors, shutters, and full cab doors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55287359963521,"sku":"965007","price":119.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/965007.png?v=1769619026"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-965501-andrew-barclay-fireless-0-4-0-bowaters-kent-no-2-works-no-1962-sound-fitted","title":"Rapido Trains UK 965501 - Andrew Barclay Fireless 0-4-0 Bowaters (Kent) No. 2 Works No. 1962 (SOUND FITTED)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003e‘Caledonia’ 0-4-0 Fireless\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"content\" class=\"site-content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"primary\" class=\"content-area\"\u003e\u003cmain id=\"main\" class=\"site-main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle id=\"post-44736\" class=\"post-44736 page type-page status-publish hentry\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a2843a9be24bf0bc0aa25df6e8030423\"\u003eThey love steam locos at Rapido, and most of them follow similar design principles. The Andrew Barclay 0-4-0 fireless well and truly takes the design rulebook and throws it out the window.\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size wp-elements-c6d5a56668d7e44ab9bdc7233f7ee01f\"\u003eAs the railways established themselves as a reliable method to transport goods one problem came to the forefront – fire. Steam locos fundamentally need a heat source created from some form of fire to turn water into steam. However, this fire, alongside sparks emitted from the chimney, caused great concern in environments where munitions, fuel or other flammable materials were being moved or stored\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size wp-elements-e4564047183965419786f19ab4b5a8a0\"\u003eThe solution is a locomotive that won’t spark, or have a naked flame on board. Thankfully, some bright spark had the clever idea of harnessing steam power in a large rechargeable steam reservoir, which would sit in the place of the boiler of a conventional steam locomotive. This reservoir would be filled with a mix of boiling water and steam at high pressure. As the locomotive was used the steam would be used and thus the pressure in the reservoir would drop. This in turn allowed the water to start to boil replacing the steam that had been used. With this method a locomotive could work for about 4 hours prior to recharging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size wp-elements-a9aa4941efb3c718c1b2250024017414\"\u003eThe result is a design that has a distinct lack of key features which people associate with more traditional steam locomotives, such as a smokebox and chimney, a firebox, forward-mounted cylinders and coal bunkers or tenders. Its lack of a firebox requires its cylinders to be rear-mounted both to improve efficiency and redistribute the weight of the loco, and its other missing features are simply because they are surplus to requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size wp-elements-673e0ca606f9b1ef5ec57261487540b7\"\u003eThe largest number of British-built fireless locomotives were constructed by Andrew Barclay \u0026amp; Co. Ltd, and an impressive 114 were built between 1913 and 1961 of varying designs, so it was only fitting that we pick the most numerous of Barclay’s prototypes, the ‘Caledonia’, to produce as the very first Ready-to-run OO Gauge British Fireless loco. These industrial oddities survived far longer than most British Railways and industrial coal-fired steam locos with many examples working into the 1980s and even into the 1990s with many examples later preserved around the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThese highly detailed models feature a smooth-running mechanism, factory-installed speaker, NEM Coupler pockets, an ESU E24 decoder socket, and absolutely no firebox flicker. Individual models will feature variations of reservoir support buffer guides, and reducing valves, and there are some versions with an extra tank and injector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe models can then be personalised with a selection of interesting Polybag parts too, including oil and electric lamps, cab side windows, low doors, shutters, and full cab doors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55287361700225,"sku":"965501","price":213.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/965001.png?v=1769619183"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-965503-andrew-barclay-fireless-0-4-0-croda-chemicals-works-no-1944-sound-fitted","title":"Rapido Trains UK 965503 - Andrew Barclay Fireless 0-4-0 Croda Chemicals Works No. 1944 (SOUND FITTED)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003e‘Caledonia’ 0-4-0 Fireless\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"content\" class=\"site-content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"primary\" class=\"content-area\"\u003e\u003cmain id=\"main\" class=\"site-main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle id=\"post-44736\" class=\"post-44736 page type-page status-publish hentry\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a2843a9be24bf0bc0aa25df6e8030423\"\u003eThey love steam locos at Rapido, and most of them follow similar design principles. The Andrew Barclay 0-4-0 fireless well and truly takes the design rulebook and throws it out the window.\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size wp-elements-c6d5a56668d7e44ab9bdc7233f7ee01f\"\u003eAs the railways established themselves as a reliable method to transport goods one problem came to the forefront – fire. Steam locos fundamentally need a heat source created from some form of fire to turn water into steam. However, this fire, alongside sparks emitted from the chimney, caused great concern in environments where munitions, fuel or other flammable materials were being moved or stored\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size wp-elements-e4564047183965419786f19ab4b5a8a0\"\u003eThe solution is a locomotive that won’t spark, or have a naked flame on board. Thankfully, some bright spark had the clever idea of harnessing steam power in a large rechargeable steam reservoir, which would sit in the place of the boiler of a conventional steam locomotive. This reservoir would be filled with a mix of boiling water and steam at high pressure. As the locomotive was used the steam would be used and thus the pressure in the reservoir would drop. This in turn allowed the water to start to boil replacing the steam that had been used. With this method a locomotive could work for about 4 hours prior to recharging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size wp-elements-a9aa4941efb3c718c1b2250024017414\"\u003eThe result is a design that has a distinct lack of key features which people associate with more traditional steam locomotives, such as a smokebox and chimney, a firebox, forward-mounted cylinders and coal bunkers or tenders. Its lack of a firebox requires its cylinders to be rear-mounted both to improve efficiency and redistribute the weight of the loco, and its other missing features are simply because they are surplus to requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size wp-elements-673e0ca606f9b1ef5ec57261487540b7\"\u003eThe largest number of British-built fireless locomotives were constructed by Andrew Barclay \u0026amp; Co. Ltd, and an impressive 114 were built between 1913 and 1961 of varying designs, so it was only fitting that we pick the most numerous of Barclay’s prototypes, the ‘Caledonia’, to produce as the very first Ready-to-run OO Gauge British Fireless loco. These industrial oddities survived far longer than most British Railways and industrial coal-fired steam locos with many examples working into the 1980s and even into the 1990s with many examples later preserved around the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThese highly detailed models feature a smooth-running mechanism, factory-installed speaker, NEM Coupler pockets, an ESU E24 decoder socket, and absolutely no firebox flicker. Individual models will feature variations of reservoir support buffer guides, and reducing valves, and there are some versions with an extra tank and injector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe models can then be personalised with a selection of interesting Polybag parts too, including oil and electric lamps, cab side windows, low doors, shutters, and full cab doors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55287367926145,"sku":"965503","price":213.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/965003_4dd3d488-622c-4df0-8452-b0579333f88f.png?v=1769619351"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-965505-andrew-barclay-fireless-0-4-0-bowaters-ellesmere-no-1-works-no-1982-sound-fitted","title":"Rapido Trains UK 965505 - Andrew Barclay Fireless 0-4-0 Bowaters (Ellesmere) No.1 Works No. 1982 (SOUND FITTED)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003e‘Caledonia’ 0-4-0 Fireless\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"content\" class=\"site-content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"primary\" class=\"content-area\"\u003e\u003cmain id=\"main\" class=\"site-main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle id=\"post-44736\" class=\"post-44736 page type-page status-publish hentry\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a2843a9be24bf0bc0aa25df6e8030423\"\u003eThey love steam locos at Rapido, and most of them follow similar design principles. The Andrew Barclay 0-4-0 fireless well and truly takes the design rulebook and throws it out the window.\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size wp-elements-c6d5a56668d7e44ab9bdc7233f7ee01f\"\u003eAs the railways established themselves as a reliable method to transport goods one problem came to the forefront – fire. Steam locos fundamentally need a heat source created from some form of fire to turn water into steam. However, this fire, alongside sparks emitted from the chimney, caused great concern in environments where munitions, fuel or other flammable materials were being moved or stored\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size wp-elements-e4564047183965419786f19ab4b5a8a0\"\u003eThe solution is a locomotive that won’t spark, or have a naked flame on board. Thankfully, some bright spark had the clever idea of harnessing steam power in a large rechargeable steam reservoir, which would sit in the place of the boiler of a conventional steam locomotive. This reservoir would be filled with a mix of boiling water and steam at high pressure. As the locomotive was used the steam would be used and thus the pressure in the reservoir would drop. This in turn allowed the water to start to boil replacing the steam that had been used. With this method a locomotive could work for about 4 hours prior to recharging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size wp-elements-a9aa4941efb3c718c1b2250024017414\"\u003eThe result is a design that has a distinct lack of key features which people associate with more traditional steam locomotives, such as a smokebox and chimney, a firebox, forward-mounted cylinders and coal bunkers or tenders. Its lack of a firebox requires its cylinders to be rear-mounted both to improve efficiency and redistribute the weight of the loco, and its other missing features are simply because they are surplus to requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-text-color has-text-color has-link-color has-woostify-heading-6-font-size wp-elements-673e0ca606f9b1ef5ec57261487540b7\"\u003eThe largest number of British-built fireless locomotives were constructed by Andrew Barclay \u0026amp; Co. Ltd, and an impressive 114 were built between 1913 and 1961 of varying designs, so it was only fitting that we pick the most numerous of Barclay’s prototypes, the ‘Caledonia’, to produce as the very first Ready-to-run OO Gauge British Fireless loco. These industrial oddities survived far longer than most British Railways and industrial coal-fired steam locos with many examples working into the 1980s and even into the 1990s with many examples later preserved around the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThese highly detailed models feature a smooth-running mechanism, factory-installed speaker, NEM Coupler pockets, an ESU E24 decoder socket, and absolutely no firebox flicker. Individual models will feature variations of reservoir support buffer guides, and reducing valves, and there are some versions with an extra tank and injector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe models can then be personalised with a selection of interesting Polybag parts too, including oil and electric lamps, cab side windows, low doors, shutters, and full cab doors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55287374479745,"sku":"965505","price":213.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/965005.png?v=1769619500"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-948101-class-45-d120-plain-br-green","title":"Rapido Trains UK 948101 - Class 45 D120 Plain BR Green  DC\/SILENT","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003eBR Class 45\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"content\" class=\"site-content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"primary\" class=\"content-area\"\u003e\u003cmain id=\"main\" class=\"site-main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle id=\"post-52420\" class=\"post-52420 page type-page status-publish hentry\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eRapido Trains UK is proud to announce that they will be adding the next batch of BR 1Co-Co1 ‘Peaks’ to their range of N Gauge ready-to-run models. In much the same way as the locos were produced in real-life, the development of their N Gauge Class 45 has progressed as a continuation from the Class 44.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1081\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-003-sml-edited.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-65766\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the success of the first Type 4 diesels, Derby Works began the development of the next generation of even more powerful locomotives, the Class 45 and Class 46. These would go on to form the bulk of the Midland mainline fleet for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDespite the 45s and 46s not being named after mountains as their Class 44 counterparts had been, many were honoured with the names of famed British Army Regiments, however they still retained the nickname ‘Peaks’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1279\" height=\"852\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/204437.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-52463\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe Class 45 and 46s were pretty much identical to the 44s, also weighing in at around 135 tonnes and powered by a diesel power unit produced by Swiss engineering company Sulzer. However, the newer power units produced 2500 horsepower, 200 more than their predecessors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThis led to BR placing a more substantial order of 127 locos for Class 45s, this was so many in fact, that Crewe Works were also drafted in to assist Derby with their construction. The first BR Class 45 entered service in late 1960, with the class soon becoming the main loco to work out of St Pancras on the Midland mainline services, demoting the dwindling number of steam locos to cover local services or freight. The 45s were intended to be allocated to multiple regions during their construction and this was initially the case with locomotives allocated to London Midland and Western Region sheds as well as other regions for short stints of training. They soon settle down to more regular work on Midland mainline and Western Region services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the introduction of the HSTs on the Midland and Cross Country routes, as well as the introduction of Class 56s to coal traffic, the 45s were moved to the Trans-Pennine route to work passenger services across the North of the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-002-sml.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-65767\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe aging fleet of well-travelled ‘Peaks’ started to be withdrawn throughout the 1980s with the final 2 Class 45s soldiering on until 1989.  The last ‘Peak’, No.45106, was painted into an approximation of the original BR Green livery and regularly worked the 17:50 St Pancras – Derby service as well as a number of railtours. It sealed the fate of the class after it failed at Wellingborough with a fuel leak and onboard fire, the ignition presumed to be from brake sparks while being towed dead, which sadly resulted in its inevitable retirement. 12 class 45 locomotives were saved for preservation with a number of them currently in operational condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur new models will feature a variety of detail differences seen across the locomotives’ working life to allow us to produce the definitive N Gauge Class 45 model. Twelve different versions featuring a range of liveries from as-built to preservation are available to pre-order and will feature a high-quality specification including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirectional Lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNext18 Decoder Socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDCC Sound option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEM Coupler pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparately-fitted wipers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtched radiator fan grill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis model has the below features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eD120\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlain BR green (as built)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside steps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside lower panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInner \u0026amp; outer bogie sandboxes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirectional lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory-fitted speakers in all models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDCC sound option (with ESU LokSound 5 decoder)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted wipers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted radiator fan grill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional buffer beam hoses to fit as required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55311788212609,"sku":"948101","price":123.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/948101.png?v=1770115391"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-948102-class-45-d99-3rd-carabinier-br-green-with-small-yellow-panels","title":"Rapido Trains UK 948102 - Class 45 D99 “3rd Carabinier” BR Green With Small Yellow Panels  DC\/SILENT","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003eBR Class 45\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"content\" class=\"site-content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"primary\" class=\"content-area\"\u003e\u003cmain id=\"main\" class=\"site-main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle id=\"post-52420\" class=\"post-52420 page type-page status-publish hentry\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eRapido Trains UK is proud to announce that they will be adding the next batch of BR 1Co-Co1 ‘Peaks’ to their range of N Gauge ready-to-run models. In much the same way as the locos were produced in real-life, the development of their N Gauge Class 45 has progressed as a continuation from the Class 44.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1081\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-003-sml-edited.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-65766\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the success of the first Type 4 diesels, Derby Works began the development of the next generation of even more powerful locomotives, the Class 45 and Class 46. These would go on to form the bulk of the Midland mainline fleet for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDespite the 45s and 46s not being named after mountains as their Class 44 counterparts had been, many were honoured with the names of famed British Army Regiments, however they still retained the nickname ‘Peaks’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1279\" height=\"852\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/204437.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-52463\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe Class 45 and 46s were pretty much identical to the 44s, also weighing in at around 135 tonnes and powered by a diesel power unit produced by Swiss engineering company Sulzer. However, the newer power units produced 2500 horsepower, 200 more than their predecessors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThis led to BR placing a more substantial order of 127 locos for Class 45s, this was so many in fact, that Crewe Works were also drafted in to assist Derby with their construction. The first BR Class 45 entered service in late 1960, with the class soon becoming the main loco to work out of St Pancras on the Midland mainline services, demoting the dwindling number of steam locos to cover local services or freight. The 45s were intended to be allocated to multiple regions during their construction and this was initially the case with locomotives allocated to London Midland and Western Region sheds as well as other regions for short stints of training. They soon settle down to more regular work on Midland mainline and Western Region services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the introduction of the HSTs on the Midland and Cross Country routes, as well as the introduction of Class 56s to coal traffic, the 45s were moved to the Trans-Pennine route to work passenger services across the North of the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-002-sml.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-65767\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe aging fleet of well-travelled ‘Peaks’ started to be withdrawn throughout the 1980s with the final 2 Class 45s soldiering on until 1989.  The last ‘Peak’, No.45106, was painted into an approximation of the original BR Green livery and regularly worked the 17:50 St Pancras – Derby service as well as a number of railtours. It sealed the fate of the class after it failed at Wellingborough with a fuel leak and onboard fire, the ignition presumed to be from brake sparks while being towed dead, which sadly resulted in its inevitable retirement. 12 class 45 locomotives were saved for preservation with a number of them currently in operational condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur new models will feature a variety of detail differences seen across the locomotives’ working life to allow us to produce the definitive N Gauge Class 45 model. Twelve different versions featuring a range of liveries from as-built to preservation are available to pre-order and will feature a high-quality specification including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirectional Lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNext18 Decoder Socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDCC Sound option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEM Coupler pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparately-fitted wipers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtched radiator fan grill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis model has the below features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eD99 “3rd Carabinier”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBR green small yellow panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSplit headcode boxes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside steps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside lower panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInner \u0026amp; outer bogie sandboxes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirectional lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory-fitted speakers in all models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDCC sound option (with ESU LokSound 5 decoder)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted wipers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted radiator fan grill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional buffer beam hoses to fit as required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55311790965121,"sku":"948102","price":123.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/948102.png?v=1770115577"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-948104-class-45-d92-br-early-blue-with-small-yellow-panels","title":"Rapido Trains UK 948104 - Class 45 D92 BR Early Blue With Small Yellow Panels  DC\/SILENT","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003eBR Class 45\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"content\" class=\"site-content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"primary\" class=\"content-area\"\u003e\u003cmain id=\"main\" class=\"site-main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle id=\"post-52420\" class=\"post-52420 page type-page status-publish hentry\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eRapido Trains UK is proud to announce that they will be adding the next batch of BR 1Co-Co1 ‘Peaks’ to their range of N Gauge ready-to-run models. In much the same way as the locos were produced in real-life, the development of their N Gauge Class 45 has progressed as a continuation from the Class 44.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1081\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-003-sml-edited.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-65766\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the success of the first Type 4 diesels, Derby Works began the development of the next generation of even more powerful locomotives, the Class 45 and Class 46. These would go on to form the bulk of the Midland mainline fleet for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDespite the 45s and 46s not being named after mountains as their Class 44 counterparts had been, many were honoured with the names of famed British Army Regiments, however they still retained the nickname ‘Peaks’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1279\" height=\"852\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/204437.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-52463\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe Class 45 and 46s were pretty much identical to the 44s, also weighing in at around 135 tonnes and powered by a diesel power unit produced by Swiss engineering company Sulzer. However, the newer power units produced 2500 horsepower, 200 more than their predecessors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThis led to BR placing a more substantial order of 127 locos for Class 45s, this was so many in fact, that Crewe Works were also drafted in to assist Derby with their construction. The first BR Class 45 entered service in late 1960, with the class soon becoming the main loco to work out of St Pancras on the Midland mainline services, demoting the dwindling number of steam locos to cover local services or freight. The 45s were intended to be allocated to multiple regions during their construction and this was initially the case with locomotives allocated to London Midland and Western Region sheds as well as other regions for short stints of training. They soon settle down to more regular work on Midland mainline and Western Region services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the introduction of the HSTs on the Midland and Cross Country routes, as well as the introduction of Class 56s to coal traffic, the 45s were moved to the Trans-Pennine route to work passenger services across the North of the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-002-sml.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-65767\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe aging fleet of well-travelled ‘Peaks’ started to be withdrawn throughout the 1980s with the final 2 Class 45s soldiering on until 1989.  The last ‘Peak’, No.45106, was painted into an approximation of the original BR Green livery and regularly worked the 17:50 St Pancras – Derby service as well as a number of railtours. It sealed the fate of the class after it failed at Wellingborough with a fuel leak and onboard fire, the ignition presumed to be from brake sparks while being towed dead, which sadly resulted in its inevitable retirement. 12 class 45 locomotives were saved for preservation with a number of them currently in operational condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur new models will feature a variety of detail differences seen across the locomotives’ working life to allow us to produce the definitive N Gauge Class 45 model. 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These would go on to form the bulk of the Midland mainline fleet for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDespite the 45s and 46s not being named after mountains as their Class 44 counterparts had been, many were honoured with the names of famed British Army Regiments, however they still retained the nickname ‘Peaks’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-52463\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/204437.jpg\" height=\"852\" width=\"1279\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe Class 45 and 46s were pretty much identical to the 44s, also weighing in at around 135 tonnes and powered by a diesel power unit produced by Swiss engineering company Sulzer. However, the newer power units produced 2500 horsepower, 200 more than their predecessors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThis led to BR placing a more substantial order of 127 locos for Class 45s, this was so many in fact, that Crewe Works were also drafted in to assist Derby with their construction. The first BR Class 45 entered service in late 1960, with the class soon becoming the main loco to work out of St Pancras on the Midland mainline services, demoting the dwindling number of steam locos to cover local services or freight. The 45s were intended to be allocated to multiple regions during their construction and this was initially the case with locomotives allocated to London Midland and Western Region sheds as well as other regions for short stints of training. They soon settle down to more regular work on Midland mainline and Western Region services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the introduction of the HSTs on the Midland and Cross Country routes, as well as the introduction of Class 56s to coal traffic, the 45s were moved to the Trans-Pennine route to work passenger services across the North of the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-65767\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-002-sml.jpg\" height=\"1080\" width=\"1920\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe aging fleet of well-travelled ‘Peaks’ started to be withdrawn throughout the 1980s with the final 2 Class 45s soldiering on until 1989.  The last ‘Peak’, No.45106, was painted into an approximation of the original BR Green livery and regularly worked the 17:50 St Pancras – Derby service as well as a number of railtours. It sealed the fate of the class after it failed at Wellingborough with a fuel leak and onboard fire, the ignition presumed to be from brake sparks while being towed dead, which sadly resulted in its inevitable retirement. 12 class 45 locomotives were saved for preservation with a number of them currently in operational condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur new models will feature a variety of detail differences seen across the locomotives’ working life to allow us to produce the definitive N Gauge Class 45 model. Twelve different versions featuring a range of liveries from as-built to preservation are available to pre-order and will feature a high-quality specification including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirectional Lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNext18 Decoder Socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDCC Sound option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEM Coupler pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparately-fitted wipers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtched radiator fan grill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis model has the below features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e49 “The Manchester Regiment”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBR blue with headcode blinds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSplit headcode panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside steps plated over\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside lower panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOuter bogie sandboxes only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirectional lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory-fitted speakers in all models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDCC sound option (with ESU LokSound 5 decoder)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted wipers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted radiator fan grill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional buffer beam hoses to fit as required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55311817933185,"sku":"948105","price":123.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/948105.png?v=1770115994"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-948108-class-45-45060-sherwood-forester-br-blue-with-domino-headcodes","title":"Rapido Trains UK 948108 - Class 45 45060 “Sherwood Forester” BR Blue With Domino Headcodes  DC\/SILENT","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003eBR Class 45\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"site-content\" id=\"content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-area\" id=\"primary\"\u003e\u003cmain class=\"site-main\" id=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"post-52420 page type-page status-publish hentry\" id=\"post-52420\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eRapido Trains UK is proud to announce that they will be adding the next batch of BR 1Co-Co1 ‘Peaks’ to their range of N Gauge ready-to-run models. In much the same way as the locos were produced in real-life, the development of their N Gauge Class 45 has progressed as a continuation from the Class 44.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-65766\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-003-sml-edited.jpg\" height=\"1081\" width=\"1920\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the success of the first Type 4 diesels, Derby Works began the development of the next generation of even more powerful locomotives, the Class 45 and Class 46. These would go on to form the bulk of the Midland mainline fleet for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDespite the 45s and 46s not being named after mountains as their Class 44 counterparts had been, many were honoured with the names of famed British Army Regiments, however they still retained the nickname ‘Peaks’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-52463\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/204437.jpg\" height=\"852\" width=\"1279\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe Class 45 and 46s were pretty much identical to the 44s, also weighing in at around 135 tonnes and powered by a diesel power unit produced by Swiss engineering company Sulzer. However, the newer power units produced 2500 horsepower, 200 more than their predecessors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThis led to BR placing a more substantial order of 127 locos for Class 45s, this was so many in fact, that Crewe Works were also drafted in to assist Derby with their construction. The first BR Class 45 entered service in late 1960, with the class soon becoming the main loco to work out of St Pancras on the Midland mainline services, demoting the dwindling number of steam locos to cover local services or freight. The 45s were intended to be allocated to multiple regions during their construction and this was initially the case with locomotives allocated to London Midland and Western Region sheds as well as other regions for short stints of training. They soon settle down to more regular work on Midland mainline and Western Region services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the introduction of the HSTs on the Midland and Cross Country routes, as well as the introduction of Class 56s to coal traffic, the 45s were moved to the Trans-Pennine route to work passenger services across the North of the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-65767\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-002-sml.jpg\" height=\"1080\" width=\"1920\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe aging fleet of well-travelled ‘Peaks’ started to be withdrawn throughout the 1980s with the final 2 Class 45s soldiering on until 1989.  The last ‘Peak’, No.45106, was painted into an approximation of the original BR Green livery and regularly worked the 17:50 St Pancras – Derby service as well as a number of railtours. It sealed the fate of the class after it failed at Wellingborough with a fuel leak and onboard fire, the ignition presumed to be from brake sparks while being towed dead, which sadly resulted in its inevitable retirement. 12 class 45 locomotives were saved for preservation with a number of them currently in operational condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur new models will feature a variety of detail differences seen across the locomotives’ working life to allow us to produce the definitive N Gauge Class 45 model. Twelve different versions featuring a range of liveries from as-built to preservation are available to pre-order and will feature a high-quality specification including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirectional Lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNext18 Decoder Socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDCC Sound option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEM Coupler pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparately-fitted wipers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtched radiator fan grill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis model has the below features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e45060 “Sherwood Forester”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBR blue with domino headcodes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside steps plated over\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside lower panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOuter bogie sandboxes only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirectional lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory-fitted speakers in all models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDCC sound option (with ESU LokSound 5 decoder)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted wipers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted radiator fan grill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional buffer beam hoses to fit as required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55311846474113,"sku":"948108","price":123.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/948108.png?v=1770116107"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-948108-class-45-45115-apollo-br-blue-br-blue-with-sealed-beam-hight-intensity-headlights","title":"Rapido Trains UK 948111 - Class 45 45115 “Apollo” BR Blue BR Blue With Sealed Beam \u0026 Hight Intensity Headlights  DC\/SILENT","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003eBR Class 45\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"content\" class=\"site-content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"primary\" class=\"content-area\"\u003e\u003cmain id=\"main\" class=\"site-main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle id=\"post-52420\" class=\"post-52420 page type-page status-publish hentry\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eRapido Trains UK is proud to announce that they will be adding the next batch of BR 1Co-Co1 ‘Peaks’ to their range of N Gauge ready-to-run models. In much the same way as the locos were produced in real-life, the development of their N Gauge Class 45 has progressed as a continuation from the Class 44.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1081\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-003-sml-edited.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-65766\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the success of the first Type 4 diesels, Derby Works began the development of the next generation of even more powerful locomotives, the Class 45 and Class 46. These would go on to form the bulk of the Midland mainline fleet for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDespite the 45s and 46s not being named after mountains as their Class 44 counterparts had been, many were honoured with the names of famed British Army Regiments, however they still retained the nickname ‘Peaks’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1279\" height=\"852\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/204437.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-52463\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe Class 45 and 46s were pretty much identical to the 44s, also weighing in at around 135 tonnes and powered by a diesel power unit produced by Swiss engineering company Sulzer. However, the newer power units produced 2500 horsepower, 200 more than their predecessors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThis led to BR placing a more substantial order of 127 locos for Class 45s, this was so many in fact, that Crewe Works were also drafted in to assist Derby with their construction. The first BR Class 45 entered service in late 1960, with the class soon becoming the main loco to work out of St Pancras on the Midland mainline services, demoting the dwindling number of steam locos to cover local services or freight. The 45s were intended to be allocated to multiple regions during their construction and this was initially the case with locomotives allocated to London Midland and Western Region sheds as well as other regions for short stints of training. They soon settle down to more regular work on Midland mainline and Western Region services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the introduction of the HSTs on the Midland and Cross Country routes, as well as the introduction of Class 56s to coal traffic, the 45s were moved to the Trans-Pennine route to work passenger services across the North of the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-002-sml.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-65767\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe aging fleet of well-travelled ‘Peaks’ started to be withdrawn throughout the 1980s with the final 2 Class 45s soldiering on until 1989.  The last ‘Peak’, No.45106, was painted into an approximation of the original BR Green livery and regularly worked the 17:50 St Pancras – Derby service as well as a number of railtours. It sealed the fate of the class after it failed at Wellingborough with a fuel leak and onboard fire, the ignition presumed to be from brake sparks while being towed dead, which sadly resulted in its inevitable retirement. 12 class 45 locomotives were saved for preservation with a number of them currently in operational condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur new models will feature a variety of detail differences seen across the locomotives’ working life to allow us to produce the definitive N Gauge Class 45 model. Twelve different versions featuring a range of liveries from as-built to preservation are available to pre-order and will feature a high-quality specification including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirectional Lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNext18 Decoder Socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDCC Sound option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEM Coupler pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparately-fitted wipers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtched radiator fan grill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis model has the below features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e45115 “Apollo”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBR blue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSealed beam \u0026amp; high intensity headlights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside steps removed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside lower panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOuter bogie sandboxes only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirectional lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory-fitted speakers in all models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDCC sound option (with ESU LokSound 5 decoder)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted wipers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted radiator fan grill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional buffer beam hoses to fit as required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55311847522689,"sku":"948111","price":123.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/948111.png?v=1770116225"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-948201-class-46-class-46-d140-1961-all-over-green-livery","title":"Rapido Trains UK 948201 - Class 46 - Class 46 D140 1961 All Over Green livery  DC\/SILENT","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003eBR Class 46\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"site-content\" id=\"content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-area\" id=\"primary\"\u003e\u003cmain class=\"site-main\" id=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"post-52423 page type-page status-publish hentry\" id=\"post-52423\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eRapido Trains UK is proud to announce that they have added the next batch of BR 1Co-Co1 ‘Peaks’ to their range of N Gauge ready-to-run models.  In much the same way as the locos were produced in real life, the development of their N Gauge Class 46 has progressed as a continuation from the Class 44 and Class 45 models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-65769\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-002-sml-1.jpg\" height=\"1080\" width=\"1920\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the success of the first Type 4 diesels, Derby Works began the development of the next generation of even more powerful locomotives, the Class 45 and Class 46. These would go on to form the bulk of the Midland mainline fleet for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe 45s and 46s were not named after mountains as their Class 44 counterparts had been, though whilst many were honoured with the names of famed British Army Regiments, they still retained the nickname ‘Peaks’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe first BR Class 45 entered service in late 1960, with the class soon becoming the main loco to work out of St Pancras on the Midland mainline services, demoting the dwindling number of steam locos to cover local services or freight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-52464\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/204756.jpg\" height=\"681\" width=\"1023\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe final variant of the ‘Peak’ began production in 1961, now with Brush Electrical Equipment fitted after re-tendering for the next batch of locomotives. This tweaked ‘Peak’ would be known as the BR Class 46.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eExternally it looked almost identical, as it had the same engine and body, however its electrical equipment had received an upgraded generator and different traction motors. Developed by the Brush Company of Loughborough, these upgrades replaced the previously used Crompton-Parkinson electrical equipment of the Class 44 and 45.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-65771\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-004-sml.jpg\" height=\"1078\" width=\"1920\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eIn total, 56 Class 46 locomotives were produced, with the last being built in 1963.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe 46s were used for varied work, being seen on NE-SW cross-country services, long distance freights from the West Country and some Trans-Pennine services. With Class 45s and 46s often being seen working trains to destinations across the South West and alongside the trainspotting location of Dawlish, it’s no wonder the loco has a soft spot in many diesel enthusiasts’ hearts. The last Class 46 was withdrawn in 1984. Prior to retirement, the class did have one final claim to fame. Class 46 No.46009 was acquired by the BR Research Department to be used in an upcoming crash test. This famous and very public experiment would see BR test, under crash conditions, the integrity of its supposedly impenetrable Nuclear Flasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eSeven different Class 46 locomotives are being produced with the following specification:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDirectional lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eHigh-quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDCC sound option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eSeparately-fitted wipers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eEtched radiator fan grill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"site-content\" id=\"content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-area\" id=\"primary\"\u003e\u003cmain class=\"site-main\" id=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"post-52420 page type-page status-publish hentry\" id=\"post-52420\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis model has the below features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eD140\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlain BR green (as Built)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside steps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside lower panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInner \u0026amp; outer bogie sandboxes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirectional lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory-fitted speakers in all models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDCC sound option (with ESU LokSound 5 decoder)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted wipers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted radiator fan grill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional buffer beam hoses to fit as required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55311862563201,"sku":"948201","price":123.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/948201.png?v=1770116404"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-948202-class-46-d182-br-green-with-small-yellow-panels","title":"Rapido Trains UK 948202 - Class 46 D182 BR Green With Small Yellow Panels  DC\/SILENT","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003eBR Class 46\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"content\" class=\"site-content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"primary\" class=\"content-area\"\u003e\u003cmain id=\"main\" class=\"site-main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle id=\"post-52423\" class=\"post-52423 page type-page status-publish hentry\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eRapido Trains UK is proud to announce that they have added the next batch of BR 1Co-Co1 ‘Peaks’ to their range of N Gauge ready-to-run models.  In much the same way as the locos were produced in real life, the development of their N Gauge Class 46 has progressed as a continuation from the Class 44 and Class 45 models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-002-sml-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-65769\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the success of the first Type 4 diesels, Derby Works began the development of the next generation of even more powerful locomotives, the Class 45 and Class 46. These would go on to form the bulk of the Midland mainline fleet for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe 45s and 46s were not named after mountains as their Class 44 counterparts had been, though whilst many were honoured with the names of famed British Army Regiments, they still retained the nickname ‘Peaks’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe first BR Class 45 entered service in late 1960, with the class soon becoming the main loco to work out of St Pancras on the Midland mainline services, demoting the dwindling number of steam locos to cover local services or freight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1023\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/204756.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-52464\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe final variant of the ‘Peak’ began production in 1961, now with Brush Electrical Equipment fitted after re-tendering for the next batch of locomotives. This tweaked ‘Peak’ would be known as the BR Class 46.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eExternally it looked almost identical, as it had the same engine and body, however its electrical equipment had received an upgraded generator and different traction motors. Developed by the Brush Company of Loughborough, these upgrades replaced the previously used Crompton-Parkinson electrical equipment of the Class 44 and 45.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1078\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-004-sml.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-65771\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eIn total, 56 Class 46 locomotives were produced, with the last being built in 1963.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe 46s were used for varied work, being seen on NE-SW cross-country services, long distance freights from the West Country and some Trans-Pennine services. With Class 45s and 46s often being seen working trains to destinations across the South West and alongside the trainspotting location of Dawlish, it’s no wonder the loco has a soft spot in many diesel enthusiasts’ hearts. The last Class 46 was withdrawn in 1984. Prior to retirement, the class did have one final claim to fame. Class 46 No.46009 was acquired by the BR Research Department to be used in an upcoming crash test. This famous and very public experiment would see BR test, under crash conditions, the integrity of its supposedly impenetrable Nuclear Flasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eSeven different Class 46 locomotives are being produced with the following specification:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDirectional lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eHigh-quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDCC sound option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eSeparately-fitted wipers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eEtched radiator fan grill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"content\" class=\"site-content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"primary\" class=\"content-area\"\u003e\u003cmain id=\"main\" class=\"site-main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle id=\"post-52420\" class=\"post-52420 page type-page status-publish hentry\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis model has the below features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eD182\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBR green small yellow panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSingle headcode panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside steps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside lower grille\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInner \u0026amp; outer bogie sandboxes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirectional lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory-fitted speakers in all models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDCC sound option (with ESU LokSound 5 decoder)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted wipers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted radiator fan grill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional buffer beam hoses to fit as required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55311890186625,"sku":"948202","price":123.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/948202.png?v=1770116719"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-948203-class-46-d138-br-green-with-full-yellow-ends","title":"Rapido Trains UK 948203 - Class 46 D138 BR Green With Full Yellow Ends  DC\/SILENT","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003eBR Class 46\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"site-content\" id=\"content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-area\" id=\"primary\"\u003e\u003cmain class=\"site-main\" id=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"post-52423 page type-page status-publish hentry\" id=\"post-52423\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eRapido Trains UK is proud to announce that we will be adding the next batch of BR 1Co-Co1 ‘Peaks’ to our range of N Gauge ready-to-run models. In much the same way as the locos were produced in real life, the development of our N Gauge Class 46 has progressed as a continuation from the Class 44 and Class 45 models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-65769\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-002-sml-1.jpg\" height=\"1080\" width=\"1920\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the success of the first Type 4 diesels, Derby Works began the development of the next generation of even more powerful locomotives, the Class 45 and Class 46. These would go on to form the bulk of the Midland mainline fleet for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe 45s and 46s were not named after mountains as their Class 44 counterparts had been, though whilst many were honoured with the names of famed British Army Regiments, they still retained the nickname ‘Peaks’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe first BR Class 45 entered service in late 1960, with the class soon becoming the main loco to work out of St Pancras on the Midland mainline services, demoting the dwindling number of steam locos to cover local services or freight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-52464\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/204756.jpg\" height=\"681\" width=\"1023\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe final variant of the ‘Peak’ began production in 1961, now with Brush Electrical Equipment fitted after re-tendering for the next batch of locomotives. This tweaked ‘Peak’ would be known as the BR Class 46.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eExternally it looked almost identical, as it had the same engine and body, however its electrical equipment had received an upgraded generator and different traction motors. Developed by the Brush Company of Loughborough, these upgrades replaced the previously used Crompton-Parkinson electrical equipment of the Class 44 and 45.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-65771\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-004-sml.jpg\" height=\"1078\" width=\"1920\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eIn total, 56 Class 46 locomotives were produced, with the last being built in 1963.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe 46s were used for varied work, being seen on NE-SW cross-country services, long distance freights from the West Country and some Trans-Pennine services. With Class 45s and 46s often being seen working trains to destinations across the South West and alongside the trainspotting location of Dawlish, it’s no wonder the loco has a soft spot in many diesel enthusiasts’ hearts. The last Class 46 was withdrawn in 1984. Prior to retirement, the class did have one final claim to fame. Class 46 No.46009 was acquired by the BR Research Department to be used in an upcoming crash test. This famous and very public experiment would see BR test, under crash conditions, the integrity of its supposedly impenetrable Nuclear Flasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eSeven different Class 46 locomotives are being produced with the following specification:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDirectional lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eHigh-quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDCC sound option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eSeparately-fitted wipers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eEtched radiator fan grill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"site-content\" id=\"content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-area\" id=\"primary\"\u003e\u003cmain class=\"site-main\" id=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"post-52420 page type-page status-publish hentry\" id=\"post-52420\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis model has the below features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eD138\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBR green full yellow end\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSingle headcode panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside steps plated over\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside lower grille\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOuter bogie sandboxes only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirectional lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory-fitted speakers in all models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDCC sound option (with ESU LokSound 5 decoder)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted wipers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted radiator fan grill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional buffer beam hoses to fit as required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55311909257601,"sku":"948203","price":123.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/948203.png?v=1770116812"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-948204-class-46-46026-leicestershire-and-derbyshire-yeomanry-br-blue-with-headcode-blinds","title":"Rapido Trains UK 948204 - Class 46 46026 “Leicestershire and Derbyshire Yeomanry” BR Blue With Headcode Blinds  DC\/SILENT","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003eBR Class 46\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"content\" class=\"site-content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"primary\" class=\"content-area\"\u003e\u003cmain id=\"main\" class=\"site-main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle id=\"post-52423\" class=\"post-52423 page type-page status-publish hentry\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eRapido Trains UK is proud to announce that they will be adding the next batch of BR 1Co-Co1 ‘Peaks’ to their range of N Gauge ready-to-run models. In much the same way as the locos were produced in real life, the development of their N Gauge Class 46 has progressed as a continuation from the Class 44 and Class 45 models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-002-sml-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-65769\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the success of the first Type 4 diesels, Derby Works began the development of the next generation of even more powerful locomotives, the Class 45 and Class 46. These would go on to form the bulk of the Midland mainline fleet for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe 45s and 46s were not named after mountains as their Class 44 counterparts had been, though whilst many were honoured with the names of famed British Army Regiments, they still retained the nickname ‘Peaks’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe first BR Class 45 entered service in late 1960, with the class soon becoming the main loco to work out of St Pancras on the Midland mainline services, demoting the dwindling number of steam locos to cover local services or freight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1023\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/204756.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-52464\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe final variant of the ‘Peak’ began production in 1961, now with Brush Electrical Equipment fitted after re-tendering for the next batch of locomotives. This tweaked ‘Peak’ would be known as the BR Class 46.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eExternally it looked almost identical, as it had the same engine and body, however its electrical equipment had received an upgraded generator and different traction motors. Developed by the Brush Company of Loughborough, these upgrades replaced the previously used Crompton-Parkinson electrical equipment of the Class 44 and 45.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1078\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-004-sml.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-65771\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eIn total, 56 Class 46 locomotives were produced, with the last being built in 1963.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe 46s were used for varied work, being seen on NE-SW cross-country services, long distance freights from the West Country and some Trans-Pennine services. With Class 45s and 46s often being seen working trains to destinations across the South West and alongside the trainspotting location of Dawlish, it’s no wonder the loco has a soft spot in many diesel enthusiasts’ hearts. The last Class 46 was withdrawn in 1984. Prior to retirement, the class did have one final claim to fame. Class 46 No.46009 was acquired by the BR Research Department to be used in an upcoming crash test. This famous and very public experiment would see BR test, under crash conditions, the integrity of its supposedly impenetrable Nuclear Flasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eSeven different Class 46 locomotives are being produced with the following specification:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDirectional lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eHigh-quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDCC sound option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eSeparately-fitted wipers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eEtched radiator fan grill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"content\" class=\"site-content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"primary\" class=\"content-area\"\u003e\u003cmain id=\"main\" class=\"site-main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle id=\"post-52420\" class=\"post-52420 page type-page status-publish hentry\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis model has the below features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e46026 “Leicestershire and Derbyshire Yeomanry”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBR blue with headcode blinds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSingle headcode panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside steps plated over\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside lower grille\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOuter bogie sandboxes only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirectional lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory-fitted speakers in all models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDCC sound option (with ESU LokSound 5 decoder)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted wipers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted radiator fan grill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional buffer beam hoses to fit as required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55311924461953,"sku":"948204","price":123.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/948204.png?v=1770116902"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-948601-class-45-d120-plain-br-green-dcc-sound-fitted","title":"Rapido Trains UK 948601 - Class 45 D120 Plain BR Green (DCC SOUND FITTED)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003eBR Class 45\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"content\" class=\"site-content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"primary\" class=\"content-area\"\u003e\u003cmain id=\"main\" class=\"site-main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle id=\"post-52420\" class=\"post-52420 page type-page status-publish hentry\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eRapido Trains UK is proud to announce that they will be adding the next batch of BR 1Co-Co1 ‘Peaks’ to their range of N Gauge ready-to-run models. In much the same way as the locos were produced in real-life, the development of their N Gauge Class 45 has progressed as a continuation from the Class 44.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1081\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-003-sml-edited.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-65766\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the success of the first Type 4 diesels, Derby Works began the development of the next generation of even more powerful locomotives, the Class 45 and Class 46. These would go on to form the bulk of the Midland mainline fleet for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDespite the 45s and 46s not being named after mountains as their Class 44 counterparts had been, many were honoured with the names of famed British Army Regiments, however they still retained the nickname ‘Peaks’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1279\" height=\"852\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/204437.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-52463\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe Class 45 and 46s were pretty much identical to the 44s, also weighing in at around 135 tonnes and powered by a diesel power unit produced by Swiss engineering company Sulzer. However, the newer power units produced 2500 horsepower, 200 more than their predecessors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThis led to BR placing a more substantial order of 127 locos for Class 45s, this was so many in fact, that Crewe Works were also drafted in to assist Derby with their construction. The first BR Class 45 entered service in late 1960, with the class soon becoming the main loco to work out of St Pancras on the Midland mainline services, demoting the dwindling number of steam locos to cover local services or freight. The 45s were intended to be allocated to multiple regions during their construction and this was initially the case with locomotives allocated to London Midland and Western Region sheds as well as other regions for short stints of training. They soon settle down to more regular work on Midland mainline and Western Region services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the introduction of the HSTs on the Midland and Cross Country routes, as well as the introduction of Class 56s to coal traffic, the 45s were moved to the Trans-Pennine route to work passenger services across the North of the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-002-sml.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-65767\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe aging fleet of well-travelled ‘Peaks’ started to be withdrawn throughout the 1980s with the final 2 Class 45s soldiering on until 1989.  The last ‘Peak’, No.45106, was painted into an approximation of the original BR Green livery and regularly worked the 17:50 St Pancras – Derby service as well as a number of railtours. It sealed the fate of the class after it failed at Wellingborough with a fuel leak and onboard fire, the ignition presumed to be from brake sparks while being towed dead, which sadly resulted in its inevitable retirement. 12 class 45 locomotives were saved for preservation with a number of them currently in operational condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur new models will feature a variety of detail differences seen across the locomotives’ working life to allow us to produce the definitive N Gauge Class 45 model. Twelve different versions featuring a range of liveries from as-built to preservation are available to pre-order and will feature a high-quality specification including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirectional Lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNext18 Decoder Socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDCC Sound option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEM Coupler pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparately-fitted wipers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtched radiator fan grill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis model has the below features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eD120\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlain BR green (as built)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside steps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside lower panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInner \u0026amp; outer bogie sandboxes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirectional lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory-fitted speakers in all models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDCC sound option (with ESU LokSound 5 decoder)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted wipers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted radiator fan grill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional buffer beam hoses to fit as required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55311956083073,"sku":"948601","price":213.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/948101.png?v=1770115391"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-948602-class-45-d99-3rd-carabinier-br-green-with-small-yellow-panels-dcc-sound-fitted","title":"Rapido Trains UK 948602 - Class 45 D99 “3rd Carabinier” BR Green With Small Yellow Panels (DCC SOUND FITTED)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003eBR Class 45\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"site-content\" id=\"content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-area\" id=\"primary\"\u003e\u003cmain class=\"site-main\" id=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"post-52420 page type-page status-publish hentry\" id=\"post-52420\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eRapido Trains UK is proud to announce that they will be adding the next batch of BR 1Co-Co1 ‘Peaks’ to their range of N Gauge ready-to-run models. In much the same way as the locos were produced in real-life, the development of their N Gauge Class 45 has progressed as a continuation from the Class 44.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-65766\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-003-sml-edited.jpg\" height=\"1081\" width=\"1920\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the success of the first Type 4 diesels, Derby Works began the development of the next generation of even more powerful locomotives, the Class 45 and Class 46. These would go on to form the bulk of the Midland mainline fleet for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDespite the 45s and 46s not being named after mountains as their Class 44 counterparts had been, many were honoured with the names of famed British Army Regiments, however they still retained the nickname ‘Peaks’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-52463\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/204437.jpg\" height=\"852\" width=\"1279\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe Class 45 and 46s were pretty much identical to the 44s, also weighing in at around 135 tonnes and powered by a diesel power unit produced by Swiss engineering company Sulzer. However, the newer power units produced 2500 horsepower, 200 more than their predecessors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThis led to BR placing a more substantial order of 127 locos for Class 45s, this was so many in fact, that Crewe Works were also drafted in to assist Derby with their construction. The first BR Class 45 entered service in late 1960, with the class soon becoming the main loco to work out of St Pancras on the Midland mainline services, demoting the dwindling number of steam locos to cover local services or freight. The 45s were intended to be allocated to multiple regions during their construction and this was initially the case with locomotives allocated to London Midland and Western Region sheds as well as other regions for short stints of training. They soon settle down to more regular work on Midland mainline and Western Region services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the introduction of the HSTs on the Midland and Cross Country routes, as well as the introduction of Class 56s to coal traffic, the 45s were moved to the Trans-Pennine route to work passenger services across the North of the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-65767\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-002-sml.jpg\" height=\"1080\" width=\"1920\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe aging fleet of well-travelled ‘Peaks’ started to be withdrawn throughout the 1980s with the final 2 Class 45s soldiering on until 1989.  The last ‘Peak’, No.45106, was painted into an approximation of the original BR Green livery and regularly worked the 17:50 St Pancras – Derby service as well as a number of railtours. It sealed the fate of the class after it failed at Wellingborough with a fuel leak and onboard fire, the ignition presumed to be from brake sparks while being towed dead, which sadly resulted in its inevitable retirement. 12 class 45 locomotives were saved for preservation with a number of them currently in operational condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur new models will feature a variety of detail differences seen across the locomotives’ working life to allow us to produce the definitive N Gauge Class 45 model. Twelve different versions featuring a range of liveries from as-built to preservation are available to pre-order and will feature a high-quality specification including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirectional Lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNext18 Decoder Socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDCC Sound option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEM Coupler pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparately-fitted wipers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtched radiator fan grill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis model has the below features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eD99 “3rd Carabinier”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBR green small yellow panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSplit headcode boxes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside steps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside lower panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInner \u0026amp; outer bogie sandboxes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirectional lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory-fitted speakers in all models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDCC sound option (with ESU LokSound 5 decoder)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted wipers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted radiator fan grill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional buffer beam hoses to fit as required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55311972565377,"sku":"948602","price":213.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/948102.png?v=1770115577"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-948603-class-45-d63-royal-inniskilling-fusilier-br-economy-green-dcc-sound-fitted","title":"Rapido Trains UK 948603 - Class 45 D63 “Royal Inniskilling Fusilier” BR Economy Green (DCC SOUND FITTED)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003eBR Class 45\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"site-content\" id=\"content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-area\" id=\"primary\"\u003e\u003cmain class=\"site-main\" id=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"post-52420 page type-page status-publish hentry\" id=\"post-52420\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eRapido Trains UK is proud to announce that they will be adding the next batch of BR 1Co-Co1 ‘Peaks’ to their range of N Gauge ready-to-run models. In much the same way as the locos were produced in real-life, the development of their N Gauge Class 45 has progressed as a continuation from the Class 44.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-65766\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-003-sml-edited.jpg\" height=\"1081\" width=\"1920\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the success of the first Type 4 diesels, Derby Works began the development of the next generation of even more powerful locomotives, the Class 45 and Class 46. These would go on to form the bulk of the Midland mainline fleet for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDespite the 45s and 46s not being named after mountains as their Class 44 counterparts had been, many were honoured with the names of famed British Army Regiments, however they still retained the nickname ‘Peaks’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-52463\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/204437.jpg\" height=\"852\" width=\"1279\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe Class 45 and 46s were pretty much identical to the 44s, also weighing in at around 135 tonnes and powered by a diesel power unit produced by Swiss engineering company Sulzer. However, the newer power units produced 2500 horsepower, 200 more than their predecessors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThis led to BR placing a more substantial order of 127 locos for Class 45s, this was so many in fact, that Crewe Works were also drafted in to assist Derby with their construction. The first BR Class 45 entered service in late 1960, with the class soon becoming the main loco to work out of St Pancras on the Midland mainline services, demoting the dwindling number of steam locos to cover local services or freight. The 45s were intended to be allocated to multiple regions during their construction and this was initially the case with locomotives allocated to London Midland and Western Region sheds as well as other regions for short stints of training. They soon settle down to more regular work on Midland mainline and Western Region services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the introduction of the HSTs on the Midland and Cross Country routes, as well as the introduction of Class 56s to coal traffic, the 45s were moved to the Trans-Pennine route to work passenger services across the North of the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-65767\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-002-sml.jpg\" height=\"1080\" width=\"1920\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe aging fleet of well-travelled ‘Peaks’ started to be withdrawn throughout the 1980s with the final 2 Class 45s soldiering on until 1989.  The last ‘Peak’, No.45106, was painted into an approximation of the original BR Green livery and regularly worked the 17:50 St Pancras – Derby service as well as a number of railtours. It sealed the fate of the class after it failed at Wellingborough with a fuel leak and onboard fire, the ignition presumed to be from brake sparks while being towed dead, which sadly resulted in its inevitable retirement. 12 class 45 locomotives were saved for preservation with a number of them currently in operational condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur new models will feature a variety of detail differences seen across the locomotives’ working life to allow us to produce the definitive N Gauge Class 45 model. Twelve different versions featuring a range of liveries from as-built to preservation are available to pre-order and will feature a high-quality specification including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirectional Lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNext18 Decoder Socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDCC Sound option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEM Coupler pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparately-fitted wipers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtched radiator fan grill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis model has the below features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eD63 “Royal Inniskilling Fusilier”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBR ‘economy’ green\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside steps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside lower panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOuter bogie sandboxes only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirectional lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory-fitted speakers in all models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDCC sound option (with ESU LokSound 5 decoder)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted wipers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted radiator fan grill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional buffer beam hoses to fit as required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55311978791297,"sku":"948603","price":213.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/948103.png?v=1770117677"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-948604-class-45-d92-br-early-blue-with-small-yellow-panels-dcc-sound-fitted","title":"Rapido Trains UK 948604 - Class 45 D92 BR Early Blue With Small Yellow Panels (DCC SOUND FITTED)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003eBR Class 45\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"content\" class=\"site-content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"primary\" class=\"content-area\"\u003e\u003cmain id=\"main\" class=\"site-main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle id=\"post-52420\" class=\"post-52420 page type-page status-publish hentry\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eRapido Trains UK is proud to announce that they will be adding the next batch of BR 1Co-Co1 ‘Peaks’ to their range of N Gauge ready-to-run models. In much the same way as the locos were produced in real-life, the development of theirr N Gauge Class 45 has progressed as a continuation from the Class 44.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1081\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-003-sml-edited.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-65766\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the success of the first Type 4 diesels, Derby Works began the development of the next generation of even more powerful locomotives, the Class 45 and Class 46. These would go on to form the bulk of the Midland mainline fleet for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDespite the 45s and 46s not being named after mountains as their Class 44 counterparts had been, many were honoured with the names of famed British Army Regiments, however they still retained the nickname ‘Peaks’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1279\" height=\"852\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/204437.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-52463\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe Class 45 and 46s were pretty much identical to the 44s, also weighing in at around 135 tonnes and powered by a diesel power unit produced by Swiss engineering company Sulzer. However, the newer power units produced 2500 horsepower, 200 more than their predecessors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThis led to BR placing a more substantial order of 127 locos for Class 45s, this was so many in fact, that Crewe Works were also drafted in to assist Derby with their construction. The first BR Class 45 entered service in late 1960, with the class soon becoming the main loco to work out of St Pancras on the Midland mainline services, demoting the dwindling number of steam locos to cover local services or freight. The 45s were intended to be allocated to multiple regions during their construction and this was initially the case with locomotives allocated to London Midland and Western Region sheds as well as other regions for short stints of training. They soon settle down to more regular work on Midland mainline and Western Region services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the introduction of the HSTs on the Midland and Cross Country routes, as well as the introduction of Class 56s to coal traffic, the 45s were moved to the Trans-Pennine route to work passenger services across the North of the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-002-sml.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-65767\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe aging fleet of well-travelled ‘Peaks’ started to be withdrawn throughout the 1980s with the final 2 Class 45s soldiering on until 1989.  The last ‘Peak’, No.45106, was painted into an approximation of the original BR Green livery and regularly worked the 17:50 St Pancras – Derby service as well as a number of railtours. It sealed the fate of the class after it failed at Wellingborough with a fuel leak and onboard fire, the ignition presumed to be from brake sparks while being towed dead, which sadly resulted in its inevitable retirement. 12 class 45 locomotives were saved for preservation with a number of them currently in operational condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur new models will feature a variety of detail differences seen across the locomotives’ working life to allow us to produce the definitive N Gauge Class 45 model. Twelve different versions featuring a range of liveries from as-built to preservation are available to pre-order and will feature a high-quality specification including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirectional Lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNext18 Decoder Socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDCC Sound option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEM Coupler pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparately-fitted wipers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtched radiator fan grill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis model has the below features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eD92\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBR early blue small yellow panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSplit headcode boxes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside steps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside lower panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInner \u0026amp; outer bogie sandboxes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirectional lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory-fitted speakers in all models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDCC sound option (with ESU LokSound 5 decoder)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted wipers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted radiator fan grill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional buffer beam hoses to fit as required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55311979315585,"sku":"948604","price":213.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/948104.png?v=1770115891"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-948605-class-45-49-the-manchester-regiment-br-blue-with-headcode-blinds-dcc-sound-fitted","title":"Rapido Trains UK 948605 - Class 45 49 “The Manchester Regiment” BR Blue With Headcode Blinds (DCC SOUND FITTED)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003eBR Class 45\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"site-content\" id=\"content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-area\" id=\"primary\"\u003e\u003cmain class=\"site-main\" id=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"post-52420 page type-page status-publish hentry\" id=\"post-52420\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eRapido Trains UK is proud to announce that they will be adding the next batch of BR 1Co-Co1 ‘Peaks’ to their range of N Gauge ready-to-run models. In much the same way as the locos were produced in real-life, the development of their N Gauge Class 45 has progressed as a continuation from the Class 44.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-65766\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-003-sml-edited.jpg\" height=\"1081\" width=\"1920\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the success of the first Type 4 diesels, Derby Works began the development of the next generation of even more powerful locomotives, the Class 45 and Class 46. These would go on to form the bulk of the Midland mainline fleet for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDespite the 45s and 46s not being named after mountains as their Class 44 counterparts had been, many were honoured with the names of famed British Army Regiments, however they still retained the nickname ‘Peaks’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-52463\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/204437.jpg\" height=\"852\" width=\"1279\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe Class 45 and 46s were pretty much identical to the 44s, also weighing in at around 135 tonnes and powered by a diesel power unit produced by Swiss engineering company Sulzer. However, the newer power units produced 2500 horsepower, 200 more than their predecessors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThis led to BR placing a more substantial order of 127 locos for Class 45s, this was so many in fact, that Crewe Works were also drafted in to assist Derby with their construction. The first BR Class 45 entered service in late 1960, with the class soon becoming the main loco to work out of St Pancras on the Midland mainline services, demoting the dwindling number of steam locos to cover local services or freight. The 45s were intended to be allocated to multiple regions during their construction and this was initially the case with locomotives allocated to London Midland and Western Region sheds as well as other regions for short stints of training. They soon settle down to more regular work on Midland mainline and Western Region services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the introduction of the HSTs on the Midland and Cross Country routes, as well as the introduction of Class 56s to coal traffic, the 45s were moved to the Trans-Pennine route to work passenger services across the North of the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-65767\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-002-sml.jpg\" height=\"1080\" width=\"1920\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe aging fleet of well-travelled ‘Peaks’ started to be withdrawn throughout the 1980s with the final 2 Class 45s soldiering on until 1989.  The last ‘Peak’, No.45106, was painted into an approximation of the original BR Green livery and regularly worked the 17:50 St Pancras – Derby service as well as a number of railtours. It sealed the fate of the class after it failed at Wellingborough with a fuel leak and onboard fire, the ignition presumed to be from brake sparks while being towed dead, which sadly resulted in its inevitable retirement. 12 class 45 locomotives were saved for preservation with a number of them currently in operational condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur new models will feature a variety of detail differences seen across the locomotives’ working life to allow us to produce the definitive N Gauge Class 45 model. Twelve different versions featuring a range of liveries from as-built to preservation are available to pre-order and will feature a high-quality specification including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirectional Lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNext18 Decoder Socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDCC Sound option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEM Coupler pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparately-fitted wipers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtched radiator fan grill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis model has the below features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e49 “The Manchester Regiment”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBR blue with headcode blinds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSplit headcode panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside steps plated over\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside lower panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOuter bogie sandboxes only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirectional lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory-fitted speakers in all models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDCC sound option (with ESU LokSound 5 decoder)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted wipers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted radiator fan grill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional buffer beam hoses to fit as required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55311979970945,"sku":"948605","price":213.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/948105.png?v=1770115994"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-948608-class-45-45060-sherwood-forester-br-blue-with-domino-headcodes-dcc-sound-fitted","title":"Rapido Trains UK 948608 - Class 45 45060 “Sherwood Forester” BR Blue With Domino Headcodes (DCC SOUND FITTED)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003eBR Class 45\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"site-content\" id=\"content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-area\" id=\"primary\"\u003e\u003cmain class=\"site-main\" id=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"post-52420 page type-page status-publish hentry\" id=\"post-52420\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eRapido Trains UK is proud to announce that they will be adding the next batch of BR 1Co-Co1 ‘Peaks’ to their range of N Gauge ready-to-run models. In much the same way as the locos were produced in real-life, the development of their N Gauge Class 45 has progressed as a continuation from the Class 44.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-65766\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-003-sml-edited.jpg\" height=\"1081\" width=\"1920\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the success of the first Type 4 diesels, Derby Works began the development of the next generation of even more powerful locomotives, the Class 45 and Class 46. These would go on to form the bulk of the Midland mainline fleet for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDespite the 45s and 46s not being named after mountains as their Class 44 counterparts had been, many were honoured with the names of famed British Army Regiments, however they still retained the nickname ‘Peaks’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-52463\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/204437.jpg\" height=\"852\" width=\"1279\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe Class 45 and 46s were pretty much identical to the 44s, also weighing in at around 135 tonnes and powered by a diesel power unit produced by Swiss engineering company Sulzer. However, the newer power units produced 2500 horsepower, 200 more than their predecessors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThis led to BR placing a more substantial order of 127 locos for Class 45s, this was so many in fact, that Crewe Works were also drafted in to assist Derby with their construction. The first BR Class 45 entered service in late 1960, with the class soon becoming the main loco to work out of St Pancras on the Midland mainline services, demoting the dwindling number of steam locos to cover local services or freight. The 45s were intended to be allocated to multiple regions during their construction and this was initially the case with locomotives allocated to London Midland and Western Region sheds as well as other regions for short stints of training. They soon settle down to more regular work on Midland mainline and Western Region services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the introduction of the HSTs on the Midland and Cross Country routes, as well as the introduction of Class 56s to coal traffic, the 45s were moved to the Trans-Pennine route to work passenger services across the North of the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-65767\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-002-sml.jpg\" height=\"1080\" width=\"1920\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe aging fleet of well-travelled ‘Peaks’ started to be withdrawn throughout the 1980s with the final 2 Class 45s soldiering on until 1989.  The last ‘Peak’, No.45106, was painted into an approximation of the original BR Green livery and regularly worked the 17:50 St Pancras – Derby service as well as a number of railtours. It sealed the fate of the class after it failed at Wellingborough with a fuel leak and onboard fire, the ignition presumed to be from brake sparks while being towed dead, which sadly resulted in its inevitable retirement. 12 class 45 locomotives were saved for preservation with a number of them currently in operational condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur new models will feature a variety of detail differences seen across the locomotives’ working life to allow us to produce the definitive N Gauge Class 45 model. Twelve different versions featuring a range of liveries from as-built to preservation are available to pre-order and will feature a high-quality specification including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirectional Lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNext18 Decoder Socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDCC Sound option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEM Coupler pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparately-fitted wipers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtched radiator fan grill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis model has the below features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e45060 “Sherwood Forester”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBR blue with domino headcodes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSplit headcode boxes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside steps plated over\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside lower panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOuter bogie sandboxes only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirectional lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory-fitted speakers in all models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDCC sound option (with ESU LokSound 5 decoder)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted wipers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted radiator fan grill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional buffer beam hoses to fit as required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55312006152577,"sku":"948608","price":213.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/948108.png?v=1770116107"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-948610-class-45-45022-lytham-st-annes-br-blue-br-blue-with-sealed-beam-headlights-dcc-sound-fitted","title":"Rapido Trains UK 948610 - Class 45 45022 “Lytham St Annes” BR Blue With Sealed Beam Headlights (DCC SOUND FITTED)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003eBR Class 45\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"content\" class=\"site-content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"primary\" class=\"content-area\"\u003e\u003cmain id=\"main\" class=\"site-main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle id=\"post-52420\" class=\"post-52420 page type-page status-publish hentry\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eRapido Trains UK is proud to announce that they will be adding the next batch of BR 1Co-Co1 ‘Peaks’ to their range of N Gauge ready-to-run models. In much the same way as the locos were produced in real-life, the development of their N Gauge Class 45 has progressed as a continuation from the Class 44.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1081\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-003-sml-edited.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-65766\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the success of the first Type 4 diesels, Derby Works began the development of the next generation of even more powerful locomotives, the Class 45 and Class 46. These would go on to form the bulk of the Midland mainline fleet for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDespite the 45s and 46s not being named after mountains as their Class 44 counterparts had been, many were honoured with the names of famed British Army Regiments, however they still retained the nickname ‘Peaks’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1279\" height=\"852\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/204437.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-52463\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe Class 45 and 46s were pretty much identical to the 44s, also weighing in at around 135 tonnes and powered by a diesel power unit produced by Swiss engineering company Sulzer. However, the newer power units produced 2500 horsepower, 200 more than their predecessors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThis led to BR placing a more substantial order of 127 locos for Class 45s, this was so many in fact, that Crewe Works were also drafted in to assist Derby with their construction. The first BR Class 45 entered service in late 1960, with the class soon becoming the main loco to work out of St Pancras on the Midland mainline services, demoting the dwindling number of steam locos to cover local services or freight. The 45s were intended to be allocated to multiple regions during their construction and this was initially the case with locomotives allocated to London Midland and Western Region sheds as well as other regions for short stints of training. They soon settle down to more regular work on Midland mainline and Western Region services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the introduction of the HSTs on the Midland and Cross Country routes, as well as the introduction of Class 56s to coal traffic, the 45s were moved to the Trans-Pennine route to work passenger services across the North of the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-002-sml.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-65767\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe aging fleet of well-travelled ‘Peaks’ started to be withdrawn throughout the 1980s with the final 2 Class 45s soldiering on until 1989.  The last ‘Peak’, No.45106, was painted into an approximation of the original BR Green livery and regularly worked the 17:50 St Pancras – Derby service as well as a number of railtours. It sealed the fate of the class after it failed at Wellingborough with a fuel leak and onboard fire, the ignition presumed to be from brake sparks while being towed dead, which sadly resulted in its inevitable retirement. 12 class 45 locomotives were saved for preservation with a number of them currently in operational condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur new models will feature a variety of detail differences seen across the locomotives’ working life to allow us to produce the definitive N Gauge Class 45 model. Twelve different versions featuring a range of liveries from as-built to preservation are available to pre-order and will feature a high-quality specification including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirectional Lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNext18 Decoder Socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDCC Sound option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEM Coupler pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparately-fitted wipers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtched radiator fan grill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis model has the below features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e45022 “Lytham St Annes”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBR blue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSealed beam headlights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside steps plated over\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside lower grille\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOuter bogie sandboxes only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirectional lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory-fitted speakers in all models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDCC sound option (with ESU LokSound 5 decoder)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted wipers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted radiator fan grill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional buffer beam hoses to fit as required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55312017981825,"sku":"948610","price":213.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/948110.png?v=1770118279"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-948611-class-45-45115-apollo-br-blue-br-blue-with-sealed-beam-hight-intensity-headlights-dcc-sound-fitted","title":"Rapido Trains UK 948611 - Class 45 45115 “Apollo” BR Blue BR Blue With Sealed Beam \u0026 Hight Intensity Headlights (DCC SOUND FITTED)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003eBR Class 45\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"site-content\" id=\"content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-area\" id=\"primary\"\u003e\u003cmain class=\"site-main\" id=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"post-52420 page type-page status-publish hentry\" id=\"post-52420\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eRapido Trains UK is proud to announce that they will be adding the next batch of BR 1Co-Co1 ‘Peaks’ to their range of N Gauge ready-to-run models. In much the same way as the locos were produced in real-life, the development of their N Gauge Class 45 has progressed as a continuation from the Class 44.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-65766\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-003-sml-edited.jpg\" height=\"1081\" width=\"1920\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the success of the first Type 4 diesels, Derby Works began the development of the next generation of even more powerful locomotives, the Class 45 and Class 46. These would go on to form the bulk of the Midland mainline fleet for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDespite the 45s and 46s not being named after mountains as their Class 44 counterparts had been, many were honoured with the names of famed British Army Regiments, however they still retained the nickname ‘Peaks’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-52463\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/204437.jpg\" height=\"852\" width=\"1279\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe Class 45 and 46s were pretty much identical to the 44s, also weighing in at around 135 tonnes and powered by a diesel power unit produced by Swiss engineering company Sulzer. However, the newer power units produced 2500 horsepower, 200 more than their predecessors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThis led to BR placing a more substantial order of 127 locos for Class 45s, this was so many in fact, that Crewe Works were also drafted in to assist Derby with their construction. The first BR Class 45 entered service in late 1960, with the class soon becoming the main loco to work out of St Pancras on the Midland mainline services, demoting the dwindling number of steam locos to cover local services or freight. The 45s were intended to be allocated to multiple regions during their construction and this was initially the case with locomotives allocated to London Midland and Western Region sheds as well as other regions for short stints of training. They soon settle down to more regular work on Midland mainline and Western Region services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the introduction of the HSTs on the Midland and Cross Country routes, as well as the introduction of Class 56s to coal traffic, the 45s were moved to the Trans-Pennine route to work passenger services across the North of the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-65767\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-002-sml.jpg\" height=\"1080\" width=\"1920\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe aging fleet of well-travelled ‘Peaks’ started to be withdrawn throughout the 1980s with the final 2 Class 45s soldiering on until 1989.  The last ‘Peak’, No.45106, was painted into an approximation of the original BR Green livery and regularly worked the 17:50 St Pancras – Derby service as well as a number of railtours. It sealed the fate of the class after it failed at Wellingborough with a fuel leak and onboard fire, the ignition presumed to be from brake sparks while being towed dead, which sadly resulted in its inevitable retirement. 12 class 45 locomotives were saved for preservation with a number of them currently in operational condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur new models will feature a variety of detail differences seen across the locomotives’ working life to allow us to produce the definitive N Gauge Class 45 model. Twelve different versions featuring a range of liveries from as-built to preservation are available to pre-order and will feature a high-quality specification including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirectional Lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNext18 Decoder Socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDCC Sound option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEM Coupler pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparately-fitted wipers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtched radiator fan grill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis model has the below features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e45115 “Apollo”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBR blue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSealed beam \u0026amp; high intensity headlights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside steps removed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside lower panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOuter bogie sandboxes only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirectional lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory-fitted speakers in all models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDCC sound option (with ESU LokSound 5 decoder)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted wipers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted radiator fan grill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional buffer beam hoses to fit as required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55312032170369,"sku":"948611","price":213.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/948111.png?v=1770116225"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-948701-class-46-class-46-d140-1961-all-over-green-livery-dcc-sound-fitted","title":"Rapido Trains UK 948701 - Class 46 - Class 46 D140 1961 All Over Green livery (DCC SOUND FITTED)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003eBR Class 46\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"site-content\" id=\"content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-area\" id=\"primary\"\u003e\u003cmain class=\"site-main\" id=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"post-52423 page type-page status-publish hentry\" id=\"post-52423\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eRapido Trains UK is proud to announce that they have added the next batch of BR 1Co-Co1 ‘Peaks’ to their range of N Gauge ready-to-run models.  In much the same way as the locos were produced in real life, the development of their N Gauge Class 46 has progressed as a continuation from the Class 44 and Class 45 models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-65769\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-002-sml-1.jpg\" height=\"1080\" width=\"1920\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the success of the first Type 4 diesels, Derby Works began the development of the next generation of even more powerful locomotives, the Class 45 and Class 46. These would go on to form the bulk of the Midland mainline fleet for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe 45s and 46s were not named after mountains as their Class 44 counterparts had been, though whilst many were honoured with the names of famed British Army Regiments, they still retained the nickname ‘Peaks’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe first BR Class 45 entered service in late 1960, with the class soon becoming the main loco to work out of St Pancras on the Midland mainline services, demoting the dwindling number of steam locos to cover local services or freight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-52464\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/204756.jpg\" height=\"681\" width=\"1023\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe final variant of the ‘Peak’ began production in 1961, now with Brush Electrical Equipment fitted after re-tendering for the next batch of locomotives. This tweaked ‘Peak’ would be known as the BR Class 46.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eExternally it looked almost identical, as it had the same engine and body, however its electrical equipment had received an upgraded generator and different traction motors. Developed by the Brush Company of Loughborough, these upgrades replaced the previously used Crompton-Parkinson electrical equipment of the Class 44 and 45.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-65771\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-004-sml.jpg\" height=\"1078\" width=\"1920\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eIn total, 56 Class 46 locomotives were produced, with the last being built in 1963.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe 46s were used for varied work, being seen on NE-SW cross-country services, long distance freights from the West Country and some Trans-Pennine services. With Class 45s and 46s often being seen working trains to destinations across the South West and alongside the trainspotting location of Dawlish, it’s no wonder the loco has a soft spot in many diesel enthusiasts’ hearts. The last Class 46 was withdrawn in 1984. Prior to retirement, the class did have one final claim to fame. Class 46 No.46009 was acquired by the BR Research Department to be used in an upcoming crash test. This famous and very public experiment would see BR test, under crash conditions, the integrity of its supposedly impenetrable Nuclear Flasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eSeven different Class 46 locomotives are being produced with the following specification:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDirectional lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eHigh-quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDCC sound option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eSeparately-fitted wipers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eEtched radiator fan grill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"site-content\" id=\"content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-area\" id=\"primary\"\u003e\u003cmain class=\"site-main\" id=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"post-52420 page type-page status-publish hentry\" id=\"post-52420\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis model has the below features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eD140\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlain BR green (as Built)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSplit headcode panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside steps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside lower panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInner \u0026amp; outer bogie sandboxes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirectional lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory-fitted speakers in all models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDCC sound option (with ESU LokSound 5 decoder)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted wipers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted radiator fan grill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional buffer beam hoses to fit as required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55312057794945,"sku":"948701","price":213.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/948201.png?v=1770116404"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-948702-class-46-d182-br-green-with-small-yellow-panels-dcc-sound-fitted","title":"Rapido Trains UK 948702 - Class 46 D182 BR Green With Small Yellow Panels (DCC SOUND FITTED)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003eBR Class 46\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"content\" class=\"site-content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"primary\" class=\"content-area\"\u003e\u003cmain id=\"main\" class=\"site-main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle id=\"post-52423\" class=\"post-52423 page type-page status-publish hentry\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eRapido Trains UK is proud to announce that they have added the next batch of BR 1Co-Co1 ‘Peaks’ to their range of N Gauge ready-to-run models.  In much the same way as the locos were produced in real life, the development of their N Gauge Class 46 has progressed as a continuation from the Class 44 and Class 45 models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-002-sml-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-65769\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the success of the first Type 4 diesels, Derby Works began the development of the next generation of even more powerful locomotives, the Class 45 and Class 46. These would go on to form the bulk of the Midland mainline fleet for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe 45s and 46s were not named after mountains as their Class 44 counterparts had been, though whilst many were honoured with the names of famed British Army Regiments, they still retained the nickname ‘Peaks’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe first BR Class 45 entered service in late 1960, with the class soon becoming the main loco to work out of St Pancras on the Midland mainline services, demoting the dwindling number of steam locos to cover local services or freight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1023\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/204756.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-52464\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe final variant of the ‘Peak’ began production in 1961, now with Brush Electrical Equipment fitted after re-tendering for the next batch of locomotives. This tweaked ‘Peak’ would be known as the BR Class 46.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eExternally it looked almost identical, as it had the same engine and body, however its electrical equipment had received an upgraded generator and different traction motors. Developed by the Brush Company of Loughborough, these upgrades replaced the previously used Crompton-Parkinson electrical equipment of the Class 44 and 45.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1078\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-004-sml.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-65771\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eIn total, 56 Class 46 locomotives were produced, with the last being built in 1963.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe 46s were used for varied work, being seen on NE-SW cross-country services, long distance freights from the West Country and some Trans-Pennine services. With Class 45s and 46s often being seen working trains to destinations across the South West and alongside the trainspotting location of Dawlish, it’s no wonder the loco has a soft spot in many diesel enthusiasts’ hearts. The last Class 46 was withdrawn in 1984. Prior to retirement, the class did have one final claim to fame. Class 46 No.46009 was acquired by the BR Research Department to be used in an upcoming crash test. This famous and very public experiment would see BR test, under crash conditions, the integrity of its supposedly impenetrable Nuclear Flasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eSeven different Class 46 locomotives are being produced with the following specification:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDirectional lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eHigh-quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDCC sound option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eSeparately-fitted wipers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eEtched radiator fan grill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"content\" class=\"site-content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"primary\" class=\"content-area\"\u003e\u003cmain id=\"main\" class=\"site-main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle id=\"post-52420\" class=\"post-52420 page type-page status-publish hentry\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis model has the below features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eD182\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBR green small yellow panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSingle headcode panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside steps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside lower grille\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInner \u0026amp; outer bogie sandboxes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirectional lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory-fitted speakers in all models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDCC sound option (with ESU LokSound 5 decoder)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted wipers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted radiator fan grill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional buffer beam hoses to fit as required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55312068477313,"sku":"948702","price":213.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/948202.png?v=1770116719"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-948703-class-46-d138-br-green-with-full-yellow-ends-dcc-sound-fitted","title":"Rapido Trains UK 948703 - Class 46 D138 BR Green With Full Yellow Ends (DCC SOUND FITTED)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003eBR Class 46\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"site-content\" id=\"content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-area\" id=\"primary\"\u003e\u003cmain class=\"site-main\" id=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"post-52423 page type-page status-publish hentry\" id=\"post-52423\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eRapido Trains UK is proud to announce that they have added the next batch of BR 1Co-Co1 ‘Peaks’ to their range of N Gauge ready-to-run models.  In much the same way as the locos were produced in real life, the development of their N Gauge Class 46 has progressed as a continuation from the Class 44 and Class 45 models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-65769\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-002-sml-1.jpg\" height=\"1080\" width=\"1920\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the success of the first Type 4 diesels, Derby Works began the development of the next generation of even more powerful locomotives, the Class 45 and Class 46. These would go on to form the bulk of the Midland mainline fleet for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe 45s and 46s were not named after mountains as their Class 44 counterparts had been, though whilst many were honoured with the names of famed British Army Regiments, they still retained the nickname ‘Peaks’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe first BR Class 45 entered service in late 1960, with the class soon becoming the main loco to work out of St Pancras on the Midland mainline services, demoting the dwindling number of steam locos to cover local services or freight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-52464\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/204756.jpg\" height=\"681\" width=\"1023\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe final variant of the ‘Peak’ began production in 1961, now with Brush Electrical Equipment fitted after re-tendering for the next batch of locomotives. This tweaked ‘Peak’ would be known as the BR Class 46.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eExternally it looked almost identical, as it had the same engine and body, however its electrical equipment had received an upgraded generator and different traction motors. Developed by the Brush Company of Loughborough, these upgrades replaced the previously used Crompton-Parkinson electrical equipment of the Class 44 and 45.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-65771\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-004-sml.jpg\" height=\"1078\" width=\"1920\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eIn total, 56 Class 46 locomotives were produced, with the last being built in 1963.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe 46s were used for varied work, being seen on NE-SW cross-country services, long distance freights from the West Country and some Trans-Pennine services. With Class 45s and 46s often being seen working trains to destinations across the South West and alongside the trainspotting location of Dawlish, it’s no wonder the loco has a soft spot in many diesel enthusiasts’ hearts. The last Class 46 was withdrawn in 1984. Prior to retirement, the class did have one final claim to fame. Class 46 No.46009 was acquired by the BR Research Department to be used in an upcoming crash test. This famous and very public experiment would see BR test, under crash conditions, the integrity of its supposedly impenetrable Nuclear Flasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eSeven different Class 46 locomotives are being produced with the following specification:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDirectional lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eHigh-quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDCC sound option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eSeparately-fitted wipers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eEtched radiator fan grill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"site-content\" id=\"content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-area\" id=\"primary\"\u003e\u003cmain class=\"site-main\" id=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"post-52420 page type-page status-publish hentry\" id=\"post-52420\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis model has the below features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eD138\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBR green full yellow end\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSingle headcode panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside steps plated over\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside lower grille\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOuter bogie sandboxes only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirectional lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory-fitted speakers in all models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDCC sound option (with ESU LokSound 5 decoder)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted wipers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted radiator fan grill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional buffer beam hoses to fit as required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55312072180097,"sku":"948703","price":213.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/948203.png?v=1770116812"},{"product_id":"rapido-trains-uk-948704-class-46-46026-leicestershire-and-derbyshire-yeomanry-br-blue-with-headcode-blinds-dcc-sound-fitted","title":"Rapido Trains UK 948704 - Class 46 46026 “Leicestershire and Derbyshire Yeomanry” BR Blue With Headcode Blinds (DCC SOUND FITTED)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container content-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\"\u003eBR Class 46\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"site-content\" id=\"content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-area\" id=\"primary\"\u003e\u003cmain class=\"site-main\" id=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"post-52423 page type-page status-publish hentry\" id=\"post-52423\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eRapido Trains UK is proud to announce that they will be adding the next batch of BR 1Co-Co1 ‘Peaks’ to their range of N Gauge ready-to-run models. In much the same way as the locos were produced in real life, the development of their N Gauge Class 46 has progressed as a continuation from the Class 44 and Class 45 models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-65769\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-002-sml-1.jpg\" height=\"1080\" width=\"1920\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eWith the success of the first Type 4 diesels, Derby Works began the development of the next generation of even more powerful locomotives, the Class 45 and Class 46. These would go on to form the bulk of the Midland mainline fleet for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe 45s and 46s were not named after mountains as their Class 44 counterparts had been, though whilst many were honoured with the names of famed British Army Regiments, they still retained the nickname ‘Peaks’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe first BR Class 45 entered service in late 1960, with the class soon becoming the main loco to work out of St Pancras on the Midland mainline services, demoting the dwindling number of steam locos to cover local services or freight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-52464\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/204756.jpg\" height=\"681\" width=\"1023\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe final variant of the ‘Peak’ began production in 1961, now with Brush Electrical Equipment fitted after re-tendering for the next batch of locomotives. This tweaked ‘Peak’ would be known as the BR Class 46.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eExternally it looked almost identical, as it had the same engine and body, however its electrical equipment had received an upgraded generator and different traction motors. Developed by the Brush Company of Loughborough, these upgrades replaced the previously used Crompton-Parkinson electrical equipment of the Class 44 and 45.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-65771\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidotrains.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/948-Class-45-46-Pre-production-Samples-004-sml.jpg\" height=\"1078\" width=\"1920\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eIn total, 56 Class 46 locomotives were produced, with the last being built in 1963.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eThe 46s were used for varied work, being seen on NE-SW cross-country services, long distance freights from the West Country and some Trans-Pennine services. With Class 45s and 46s often being seen working trains to destinations across the South West and alongside the trainspotting location of Dawlish, it’s no wonder the loco has a soft spot in many diesel enthusiasts’ hearts. The last Class 46 was withdrawn in 1984. Prior to retirement, the class did have one final claim to fame. Class 46 No.46009 was acquired by the BR Research Department to be used in an upcoming crash test. This famous and very public experiment would see BR test, under crash conditions, the integrity of its supposedly impenetrable Nuclear Flasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eSeven different Class 46 locomotives are being produced with the following specification:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDirectional lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eHigh-quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eDCC sound option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eSeparately-fitted wipers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"has-woostify-heading-6-font-size\"\u003eEtched radiator fan grill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"site-content\" id=\"content\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woostify-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-area\" id=\"primary\"\u003e\u003cmain class=\"site-main\" id=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"post-52420 page type-page status-publish hentry\" id=\"post-52420\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis model has the below features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e46026 “Leicestershire and Derbyshire Yeomanry”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBR blue with headcode blinds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSingle headcode panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside steps plated over\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodyside lower grille\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOuter bogie sandboxes only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirectional lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNext18 decoder socket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh quality motor and drive mechanism for smooth running\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory-fitted speakers in all models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDCC sound option (with ESU LokSound 5 decoder)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEM coupler pockets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted wipers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparately fitted radiator fan grill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional buffer beam hoses to fit as required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55312081322369,"sku":"948704","price":213.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/files\/948204.png?v=1770116902"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5292\/7467\/collections\/Rapido.jpg?v=1653060250","url":"https:\/\/www.grandadstrainshop.co.uk\/collections\/rapido-trains.oembed?page=4","provider":"Grandad's Train Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}