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LMS Princess Royal Class Turbomotive Sound Model Steam Locomotive 1:76 Scale. The Turbomotive was an experimental steam locomotive built in 1935 by the London, Midland, and Scottish Railway (LMS) under the direction of Chief Mechanical Engineer William Stanier. Based on the successful Princess Royal Class design, the Turbomotive stood out for its use of a steam turbine instead of traditional reciprocating pistons. This turbine arrangement allowed for smoother, quieter running, and fewer mechanical parts, which theoretically meant reduced maintenance and greater reliability at sustained high speeds. It was especially efficient on long-distance, high-speed runs where constant power was required. However, the lack of a reliable reverse gear and reduced flexibility at lower speeds or for shunting limited its practical application. Despite promising performance, the complexities of turbine technology in rail use led to the project being discontinued. After World War II, in 1949, the Turbomotive was rebuilt as a conventional piston-driven locomotive, marking the end of Britain’s brief experiment with steam turbine propulsion in railways. Replacement 40 superheater boiler with regulator housed in separate dome. 4000 Gallon standard pattern Stanier Tender with roller bearings. Reverse Turbine modifications added. Model represents condition post 1936 modifications. Separately fitted nameplate, number plate and company ownership plate. Princess Royal’Turbomotive’ Features. High detail OO gauge model based on extensive research and original works drawings. Working headlamps with the option to fit standard lamp brackets. Tender lamp operation controlled by touch. 21 pin DCC socket in the locomotive, with pre-fitted sugarcube speaker. Fully compatible with Hornby HM7000 control system with a meticulously crafted’Turbomotive’ sound available for download. High detail cab and fully decorated backhead with decorated instrument dials. Fully decorated bespoke cab crew supplied. Fully adjustable oil cooler radiator flap. Powerful 5-pole skew wound motor. Flywheel with cardan shaft arrangement for smooth running. Heavy diecast chassis, pony truck and trailing truck. Very heavy diecast body. Oilite main drive bearings. Opening cab roof vent. Rear NEM coupling pocket, detailed front bogie. Optional fit rear flanged wheelset. Only recommended for larger layouts with sweeping curves or for display purposes. Wheel pickups on the main locomotive and tender wheelsets. Separately fitted simulated coal load. Item Length – Without Packaging (cm). Item Height – Without Packaging (cm). Item Width – Without Packaging (cm). View all related items. Other great Hornby Hobbies brands.

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LMS Princess Royal Class Turbomotive Model Steam Locomotive Railway 1:76 Scale. The Turbomotive was an experimental steam locomotive built in 1935 by the London, Midland, and Scottish Railway (LMS) under the direction of Chief Mechanical Engineer William Stanier. Based on the successful Princess Royal Class design, the Turbomotive stood out for its use of a steam turbine instead of traditional reciprocating pistons. This turbine arrangement allowed for smoother, quieter running, and fewer mechanical parts, which theoretically meant reduced maintenance and greater reliability at sustained high speeds. It was especially efficient on long-distance, high-speed runs where constant power was required. However, the lack of a reliable reverse gear and reduced flexibility at lower speeds or for shunting limited its practical application. Despite promising performance, the complexities of turbine technology in rail use led to the project being discontinued. After World War II, in 1949, the Turbomotive was rebuilt as a conventional piston-driven locomotive, marking the end of Britain’s brief experiment with steam turbine propulsion in railways. Replacement 40 superheater boiler with regulator housed in separate dome. 4000 Gallon standard pattern Stanier Tender with roller bearings. Reverse Turbine modifications added. Model represents condition post 1936 modifications. Separately fitted nameplate, number plate and company ownership plate. High detail OO gauge model based on extensive research and original works drawings. Working headlamps with the option to fit standard lamp brackets. Tender lamp operation controlled by touch. 21 pin DCC socket in the locomotive. Fully compatible with Hornby HM7000 control system with a meticulously crafted TurbomotiveT sound available for download. High detail cab and fully decorated backhead with decorated instrument dials. Fully decorated bespoke cab crew supplied. Fully adjustable oil cooler radiator flap. Powerful 5-pole skew wound motor. Flywheel with cardan shaft arrangement for smooth running. Heavy diecast chassis, pony truck and trailing truck. Very heavy diecast body. Oilite main drive bearings. Opening cab roof vent. Rear NEM coupling pocket, detailed front bogie. Optional fit rear flanged wheelset. Only recommended for larger layouts with sweeping curves or for display purposes. Wheel pickups on the main locomotive and tender wheelsets. Separately fitted simulated coal load. Item Length – Without Packaging (cm). Item Height – Without Packaging (cm). Item Width – Without Packaging (cm). View all related items. Other great Hornby Hobbies brands.

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Box is weathered from age but the model has never been removed from the packaging.

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Peco/KATO 51-251A Small England “Princess” Maroon. An accurate model replicating the Small England 0-4-0STT found on the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways. Model has been test run before listing. Stockton Modeller based at 8 Three Tuns Wynd, Stokesley, North Yorkshire, TS9 5DQ.

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HORNBY R2226 LMS 46203 ” PRINCESS MARGARET ROSE ” BR GREEN. This was my late father’s train who was an avvid model rail enthusiast. Item is in lovely condition, however I do not have the box. Item will be carefully wrapped for despatch and sent RoyalMail 24 Tracked. Please see my other OO gauge model rail items.

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Hornby R30134 – LMS Princess Royal Class’The Turbomotive’ 4-6-2 No. Stanier’s Turbomotive, often referred to as’The Turbo’ was an experimental non-condensing steam turbine locomotive inspired by similar Swedish Ljungström locomotives. 6202 was built as the third of the’Princess Royal’ Class by Stanier, an attempt to innovate steam locomotive technology with the advent of Dieselisation and Grouping upending the traditional notions of rail transport. As the third of the’Princess Royal’ Class by Stanier, the experimental no-condensing steam turbine locomotive was inspired by similar Swedish Ljungström locomotives. Often referred to as’The Turbo’, No. 6202 became an innovation in steam locomotive technology thanks to the advent of Dieselisation and Grouping upending the traditional notions of rail transport. The LMS, Princess Royal Class’The Turbomotive’, 4-6-2, 6202 is certain to make a remarkable addition to any collection. Sorry, our items are NOT available for pick-up. No additional information at this time. You might also like. New – Hornby BR 61ft6in Corridor 1st Class Sleeper Coach – R4264B – OO Gauge. Hornby R4797 – BR Maunsell Corridor 1st Class No. Oxford Diecast 43LAN188021 – Land Rover Series 1 88 Hard Top RAF. Hornby R636 – Double Track Level Crossing.

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OO GAUGE for 2 Rail Operation. This highly detailed etched brass kit has been professionally assembled and painted. The quality is right up there with Derek Lawrence, Larry Goddard or Frank Rainger. Fitted with a Portescap RG4 motor and gearbox with fine gearing and scale wheels. Comes in a good box. A great item for your collection. See pictures for details. But this depends on box size finally used, item sizes and weight.

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Brand new in box. There is slight damage to clear viewing plastic cover, as pictured. Any questions, please ask.

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OO GAUGE for 2 Rail Operation. This highly detailed etched brass kit has been professionally assembled and painted. The quality is right up there with Derek Lawrence, Larry Goddard or Frank Rainger. Fitted with a Portescap RG4 motor and gearbox with fine gearing and scale wheels. Comes in a good box. A great item for your collection. See pictures for details. But this depends on box size finally used, item sizes and weight.

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Hornby R30135 – BR Princess Royal Class’The Turbomotive’ 4-6-2 No. As a key part of history regarding the nationalisation of Britain’s railways, the BR, Princess Royal Class’The Turbomotive’, 4-6-2, 46202 forms an excellent collectors model. With the nationalisation of Britain’s railways, the’Princess Royal’ Class Turbomotive later shed its LMS insignia, to be replaced with the new emblem of British Rail and a black livery shortly after receiving its new crest. BR, Princess Royal Class’The Turbomotive’, 4-6-2, 46202 – Era 4. Sorry, our items are NOT available for pick-up. No additional information at this time. You might also like. Bachmann 44-0160B – Narrow Gauge Corrugated Station Brown. Bachmann 44-0160R – Narrow Gauge Corrugated Station Red. Hornby R4303A – BR Maunsell Corridor 1st Class No. Hornby R4797 – BR Maunsell Corridor 1st Class No.

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