The Hornby R30533 is a model locomotive depicting the British Rail Class 66 diesel engine, specifically running number 66790 named "Louise" in its striking Colas Rail yellow and orange livery. Part of Hornby's RailRoad range, it is designed for both beginners and seasoned hobbyists looking for a robust layout operator.
Key Specifications:
- Scale & Gauge: Detailed 1:76 Scale / OO Gauge.
- Prototype History: Represents one of three EMD Class 66s imported from Sweden by Beacon Rail, converted at EMD Longport, and currently operated by GB Railfreight (GBRf) under lease to Colas Rail. It was named after Louise Garwood in July 2023.
- Control Status: The standard R30533 model is DCC Ready with a factory-fitted 21-pin decoder socket. A companion variant, the R30533TXS, comes factory-fitted with a DCC Sound Decoder featuring Bluetooth capabilities.
- Hardware: Equipped with NEM tension-lock couplings and moulded plastic buffers.
- Track Requirements: Requires a minimum track curve of Radius 2.
This item is intended for modelling use and is not a toy. Actual product may vary slightly from the pictures shown.
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Hornby OO RailRoad: Colas Class 66 'Louise 66790' Locomotive
