Model trains
Introduction
One of my interests is collecting model trains. See below for a list of some of the model train’s that I own.
Diesel trains
Class 170
70/1 Turbostar 2 Car DMU Central Train
I got this train, since I used the real one. To get between Stamford and Liverpool Lime Street, all the time. To see my boyfriend, of the time David.
I got the 70/1 Turbostar 2 Car DMU ‘Central Train’ from The Model Centre in Nottingham.
Related Internet links
- Central Trains
- British Rail Classes 170 and 171 – Wikipedia information.
Class 43
BR Intercity 125 HST
Related Internet links
- British Rail Class 43 (HST) – Wikipedia information.
Class 52
'Western Harrier' D1008
Related Internet links
- British Rail Class 52 – Wikipedia information.
Class 142
BR 'Skipper' Twin Railbus Class 142
Related Internet links
- Pacer (train) – Wikipedia information.
Electric trains
Class 91
GNER 225 Mallard model train
I got this train because it’s the GNER 225 that I use all the time. When going up to Scotland to see my Mum and Dad. I also think that, it’s a well smart train.
The GNER 225 Mallard Train Pack is made by Hornby. I got it brand new from ebay UK. It cost £69.00. Full price it would have been £89.99. So I was well happy.
Related Internet links
- InterCity 225 – Wikipedia information.
Class 91
Class 91 (Intercity 225) in BR White and Red Livery
Related Internet links
- InterCity 225 – Wikipedia information.
Class 373
Eurostar Class 373 with 2 passenger Saloons
Related Internet links
Stream trains
Gordon the Big Engine
Gordon the Big Engine
Gordon is a 4-6-2 similar to the Flying Scotsman, a LNER A3 class locomotive.
My boyfriend of the time, Robert. Got me, it as Christmas present.
Related Internet links
- Thomas & Friends Hornby website
- Gordon the Big Engine – Wikipedia information.
‘Hogwarts Castle’ Locomotive
'Hogwarts Castle' Locomotive
My boyfriend of the time, Robert. Got me, this as birthday present.
Related Internet links
- Hogwarts Express – Wikipedia information.
Power and Accessories
Colour light signal
Hornby Product Code: R406
Switches from red to green and back again. Operated by ‘on-on’ lever switch R046.
I have at least two of these colour light signal’s. But they are up in Scotland.
Double level crossing
Hornby Product Code: R636
Comes with track moulded into the base at intervals to suit standard Hornby twin-track geometry. Supplied with traditional gates as shown here and alternative modern barriers.
I got this off eBay, I paid £11.95. Which is not too bad, since the recommended retail price on the Hornby website is £14.75. So I made a saving of £2.80.
HM 2000 transformer and speed controller
Hornby Product Code: R8012
A complete transformer and speed control unit with built-in control for two separate trains, extendable to four trains by adding slave control units (HM2000+). Power output is two Amps, with compensation to regularise speed under varying conditions of load. ‘Positive off’ rotary speed control cuts all power when the control knob is turned to Zero. Features include forward and reverse switch, plus LED indicators for mains supply and output power. Outputs include non-variable AC and DC power for point motors and other powered accessories.
I got this item off eBay. I paid £37.35. So I was well happy, as it listed as £63.50 on the Hornby website. So I made a saving of £26.15.
HM 2000+ right hand DC controller
Hornby Product Code: R8013
HM2000+ controllers plug into the main power controller (HM2000) to increase the number of trains you can control at one time. Recommended maximum is two units, one plugged in on the left side of the main controller and one plugged in on the right, providing control for four trains in all. HM2000+ controllers have all the same control features as the HM2000 master unit.
I got this item off eBay. I paid £17.07. So I was well happy, as it listed as £29 on the Hornby website. So I made a saving of £11.93.
Turntable with motor
Hornby Product Code: R070
I have had a turntable for years. It’s still in Scotland. I really need to bring it down with me. Next time, I am up in Scotland.
Useful links
- Duncans Model Trains
- Hattons
- Hornby
- The Model Centre
- Transport Models
- The UK Model Shop Directory
- Model Rail Scotland
- Jadlam Racing Models
Updated : 22/02/2011
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I love your wee trains, and your whole site. Did you know that the intercity was originaly just a tempory train untill the tilting trains went in to service. Irony being the tilting trains didnt take off and now only one of the 3 exisit and the intercitys have been estimated to have a life span untill 2035.
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Hello G. This part of your website is really interesting to me because I like model railways. I still have my “train set”. It is all still in the original boxes up in the loft. The first set I got was made by Tri-ang (that dates me ,I’m afraid!) and I added to it over the years. I used to save up my pocket money to buy new things for it or add to it at Christmas. Unfortunately, the transformer broke and so it hasn’t had a “run” for years. I always have an urge at this time of year to buy a new boxed set (with a power supply) and set the whole thing up again. My friends tell me that it’s probably worth a bit, as it’s all in mint condition – but I couldn’t bring myself to part with it.