HORNBY R30338 70th: Westwood, 0-4-0, No. 6 'Connie' - Limited Edition Locomotive - Junior

Hornby, the UK's leading model railway designer, has been thrilling model making enthusiasts for over 100 years. Since 1920, Hornby has been the brand leader in 00 Gauge model railway design, offering a range of unique trains, track accessories, scenery kits, and more, catering to both seasoned model makers and those just beginning their miniatures journey.

In the 1960s, Tri-ang Railways released the 0-4-0 industrial tank locomotive, No. 6 'Connie', in a yellow livery with the number R355Y. This locomotive model was also produced in a blue livery and was manufactured in the Rovex Scale Models Limited Margate factory, arriving in customers' hands encased in the iconic Tri-ang Railways red and yellow packaging.

The design for the locomotive appears to have been based on a Class C14, which was intended for suburban passenger traffic around the city of London and was designed by Dugald Drummond for the London & South Western Railway in 1906.

To celebrate the 70th anniversary of Hornby in Margate, the company is offering a reproduction of the Tri-ang Railways No. 6 'Connie' 0-4-0 locomotive in a bright yellow livery and a red 'Connie' nameplate with yellow lettering. This model will be perfect for any Hornby history enthusiasts, as it captures the essence of the brand's rich heritage.

The locomotive is offered in 1:76 Scale HO Gauge, with a minimum curve radius of 2 and a 3-pole motor. It features a wheel configuration of 0-4-0, moulded plastic buffers, and a wide tension lock coupling, all presented in the iconic Hornby yellow livery.

About Hornby: As the UK's leading model railway designer, Hornby has been at the forefront of the industry for over a century. The company's commitment to innovation and attention to detail has earned it a reputation for producing high-quality model railway products that cater to the needs of both seasoned enthusiasts and newcomers to the hobby.

Whether you're a long-time Hornby collector or just starting to explore the world of model railways, this reproduction of the Tri-ang Railways No. 6 'Connie' 0-4-0 locomotive is sure to captivate your interest and add to your Hornby collection.

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