{"product_id":"hornby-1-76-railroad-br-class-08-duke-of-gloucester-71000-dcc-sound-fitted","title":"HORNBY OO RailRoad: BR - Class 08 - Duke of Gloucester - '71000' - (DCC Sound Fitted)","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"76\" data-end=\"168\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"76\" data-end=\"166\"\u003eHornby 1\/76 – RailRoad BR – Class 08 – “Duke of Gloucester” – 71000 (DCC Sound Fitted)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"170\" data-end=\"507\"\u003eExperience the legend of Britain’s most unique BR steam locomotive with this OO gauge model of the Class 08 ‘Duke of Gloucester’. Designed by Robert Riddles as a replacement for 46202 ‘Princess Anne’ after the 1952 Harrow and Wealdstone disaster, this three-cylinder Pacific was intended to lead a new generation of modern locomotives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"887\"\u003eCompleted at Crewe in 1954, it remained a one-off due to its complexity and cost. Withdrawn in 1962 after just eight years in service, the locomotive was saved in 1974 and underwent a 13-year restoration, including newly fabricated cylinders. Returning to mainline operation, it continues to delight steam enthusiasts, most recently re-entering service in 2025 after overhaul.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"1173\"\u003eThis finely detailed replica is pre-fitted with the HM7000 sound decoder, faithfully reproducing the distinctive sounds of this historic locomotive. Complete with green livery, moulded plastic buffers, and wide tension lock couplings, it is a stunning addition to any BR collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1175\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1175\" data-end=\"1194\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"165j5x3\" data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1224\"\u003eGauge: 00 | Scale: 1:76\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1idmcfj\" data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1265\"\u003eDCC Status: HM7000 Fitted with Sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"uc8d2f\" data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1296\"\u003eOperator: British Railways\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lhu2j8\" data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1314\"\u003eLivery: Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1r5yk2f\" data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003eBuffer Type: Moulded Plastic Buffers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lxax3z\" data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1392\"\u003eCoupling Type: Wide Tension Lock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1l9t3yx\" data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003eMinimum Curve Radius: 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1457\"\u003eDimensions – Without Packaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1x6o0bd\" data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1479\"\u003eLength: 12.4 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ot2fqq\" data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003eWidth: 3.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ercc6\" data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003eHeight: 5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1600\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eA perfect model for collectors and enthusiasts seeking a unique piece of BR history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HORNBY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45882487406753,"sku":"HRB-R30520TXS","price":448.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/9754\/files\/R30520TXS.jpg?v=1775117803","url":"https:\/\/www.hearnshobbies.com\/products\/hornby-1-76-railroad-br-class-08-duke-of-gloucester-71000-dcc-sound-fitted","provider":"Hearns Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}