{"product_id":"hornby-tt3045m-br-intercity-class-37-driver-robin-prince-m-b-e-37254","title":"TT3045M - Hornby - TT:120 - BR Intercity Class 37 ‘Driver Robin Prince M.B.E’ 37254","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe iconic, highly demanded English Electric Class 37 returns for the TT:120 April 2026 range launch. Including all the same great features presented on the releases late last year, such as working lights, weighty die-cast chassis, and optional bodyshells depending on subclass, the ‘tractor’ is a must have for any TT:120 layout. This Class 37 model locomotive represents No.37254 ‘Driver Robin Price M.B.E’ in retro BR InterCity Swallow livery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Specification:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly detailed model based on extensive research and design, including historical drawings and laser scans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDie-cast chassis and underframe giving the model a weight of 170g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssortment of separately fitted parts, including lamp brackets, speedometer, sandpipes, and roof horns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtched metal roof grille\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed cab interior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowerful 5-pole motor with dual flywheels providing power to all wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectrical pick-ups on all wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrass axle bearings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePivoting NEM coupling sockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessory pack that includes body removal tool, optional snowplough and bufferbeam pipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum 2nd radius curves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectronics:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorking directional and cab lights, including Day\/Night mode (please note some functionality will only work on DCC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNext18 DCC Decoder socket compatible with HM7000 system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecoder socket housed underneath clip-on body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace for HM7000-N18TXS Sound Decoder to be fitted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace for HM7070 Power Bank for uninterrupted running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTooling:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClass 37\/0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlated headcodes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh intensity lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOval buffers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlated roof boiler plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLivery:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetro BR InterCity Swallow Livery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperated by Colas Rail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSemi-gloss finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaithfully created using accurate colours and fonts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEra 9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHornby Recommends:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMK2 Coaches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis locomotive was built by English Electric at its Vulcan Works near Newton-le-Willows, Lancashire, in 1964 and entered traffic on 5th January 1965 as D6954. Renumbered 37254 under TOPS in April 1974, it was eventually named ‘Cardiff Canton’ in recognition of its long association with the depot. Following withdrawal in 1999, it was bought and restored by members of the 37254 Locomotive Group at the Spa Valley Railway. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt was painted in retro InterCity ‘Swallow’ livery and given red ‘Driver Robin Prince M.B.E.’ nameplates in 2013, the condition in which the model is presented. It has since returned to the main line and is currently operational with Colas Rail.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53819104821587,"sku":"TT3045M","price":159.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1028\/2985\/0963\/files\/Harburn_TT3045M.jpg?v=1780995550","url":"https:\/\/www.harburnhobbies.co.uk\/products\/hornby-tt3045m-br-intercity-class-37-driver-robin-prince-m-b-e-37254","provider":"Harburn Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}