- Stock: In Stock
- Brand: Hornby
- Model: 5063129046460
- Weight: 1.20kg
- Dimensions: 43.00cm x 15.00cm x 10.00cm
- SKU: 5063129046460
Commemorate a powerful moment in history with the Hornby A4 Class 4466 ‘Sir Ralph Wedgwood’, presented in black wartime livery as part of the Victory Over Europe 80th Anniversary Collection. This 1:76 scale OO gauge model captures a rare and striking appearance of one of Sir Nigel Gresley’s most iconic locomotives during WWII.
Originally named ‘Herring Gull’, this engine took on the name ‘Sir Ralph Wedgwood’ after the original bearer, No. 4469, was destroyed during the bombing of York station in 1942. Featuring fine detailing, a flickering firebox, and DCC Ready 21-pin socket, this locomotive is both a stunning display piece and layout-ready for digital upgrades.
Historical Note:
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Built: January 1938 at Darlington Works
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Wartime renaming: Took name ‘Sir Ralph Wedgwood’ in January 1944
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Wartime livery: Painted plain black as part of austerity measures
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Withdrawn: September 1965 (as BR green No. 60006)
Key Features:
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1:76 scale OO gauge model of A4 4466 ‘Sir Ralph Wedgwood’
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Commemorative black wartime livery (VE Day 80th Anniversary Edition)
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Highly detailed with Gresley’s iconic A4 streamlined body
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Flickering firebox feature adds realism to steam operations
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DCC Ready (21-pin socket) – compatible with HM7000 Bluetooth® sound decoders
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Sprung metal buffers and NEM couplings
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Suitable for layouts with Radius 2 curves or larger
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Not a toy. Age 14+
Technical Specifications:
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Length: 29 cm
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Height: 5.5 cm
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Width: 3.5 cm
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Weight: 0.45 kg
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Designer: Sir Nigel Gresley
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Class: A4 Pacific
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Wheel Configuration: 4-6-2
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Operator: LNER
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Coupling Type: NEM
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Buffer Type: Sprung Metal