Hornby R30016 British Gas - Ruston & Hornsby - 88DS 'Hilsea' Diesel Locomotive Era 8 Model Train

• This detailed OO gauge model features a diecast chassis, metal buffers, NEM couplings, and is DCC-ready via a 6-pin socket.
• Finished in authentic British Gas blue and white livery, it’s ideal for industrial or depot-themed layouts set in Era 8.
• The Accessory Pack includes alternative buffer beam, buffer beam detailing and buckeye coupling.
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Product Description This detailed OO gauge model features a diecast chassis, metal buffers, NEM couplings, and is DCC-ready via a 6-pin socket. Finished in authentic British Gas blue and white livery, it’s ideal for industrial or depot-themed layouts set in Era 8. The Hornby 88DS ‘Hilsea’ represents Ruston & Hornsby's durable 0-4-0 industrial shunter, delivered new to British Gas (Southern) in 1961. Based at Hilsea Gas Works, No. 1139 worked shunting duties until its retirement and preservation in the late 1980s. Safety Warning Detailed scale model. Not suitable for children under 14 years. Please refer to safety notes in enclosed instruction leaflet. Colours and contents may differ from those illustrated. Please retain these details and the address for future reference.