{"product_id":"tt3051m-hornby-gbrf-class-66-66727-maritime-one","title":"TT3051M - Hornby - TT:120 - GBRf Class 66 66727 Maritime One","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGBRf Class 66 727 'Maritime One' Diesel Locomotive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1:120 scale model produced by Hornby TT:120. This model is ready-to-run straight out of the box and would make a excellent addition to any model railway collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1:120 Scale Model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalogue DC Model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis model mainly operates in Britain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorated in GBRf company markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest suited to 353mm radius curves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHistorical Background\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe British Rail Class 66 is a six-axle diesel-electric freight locomotive developed by Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD), a division of General Motors. Introduced in 1998, the Class 66 was designed to meet the UK's rail freight needs, offering enhanced reliability and efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe initial order came from English, Welsh \u0026amp; Scottish Railway (EWS), which placed a significant order for 250 units. These locomotives were built at EMD's facilities in Canada and the United States, with the first unit arriving in the UK in June 1998. The Class 66's design was based on the EMD JT42CWR model, incorporating features like a self-steering bogie to reduce track wear and improve adhesion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver the years, the Class 66 has become a staple in UK rail freight operations, with over 500 units produced. Various subclasses have been developed to meet specific operational requirements, including different gear ratios and emission standards. Operators such as Freightliner, GB Railfreight, and Direct Rail Services have incorporated the Class 66 into their fleets, ensuring its continued presence on the UK's railways.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54472977875283,"sku":"TT3051M","price":159.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1028\/2985\/0963\/files\/Harburn_TT3051M.jpg?v=1785768444","url":"https:\/\/www.harburnhobbies.co.uk\/products\/tt3051m-hornby-gbrf-class-66-66727-maritime-one","provider":"Harburn Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}