Experience the Legend: The Scotsman Express Train Set
Since 1862, The Scotsman has been Britain’s most famous express train, a symbol of speed, luxury, and engineering excellence. Racing from London to Edinburgh non-stop, this legendary express train revolutionised rail travel, setting records and capturing hearts. More than just a train, The Scotsman is a moving piece of British history, representing a golden era of steam travel.
A Journey fit for a King
Steam locomotives hauled the London to Edinburgh East Coast Mainline route for almost a century, starting with Stirling ‘Singles’, followed by Ivatt Class C1’s before Sir Nigel Gresley’s A1, A3 and A4 Pacific’s powered the service. The model included in this train set is A1 Class ‘Blink Bonny’ carrying the glorious apple green LNER paint scheme, named after a thoroughbred racehorse famous in the 1850’s.
Blink Bonny is paired with three Pullman Kitchen Dining Cars named ‘Cecilia’ and ‘Chloria’, a Third Break Parlour numbered 3. These magnificent Cars would have provided a dining experience worthy of the first class traveller of the era.
Technical features:
- Highly detailed - Motorised steam locomotive with moving parts
- Built in lights - Pullman Dining cars with individually lit table lamps inside
- Fits a Table Top - Space required: 125 x 84cm (49 x 33 in)
Bring the charm of a classic railway to your dining table with this complete miniature train set. Easy to build and endlessly entertaining, it’s the perfect way to enjoy those cosy winter days. A train set offers hours of fun and admiration and you can now do this on your table top.
Inside the box, you’ll find a highly detailed, motorised steam locomotive alongside three exquisite Pullman dining cars, each with individually lit table lamps. The set includes all the track you need to create your miniature railway, as well as an electric controller for smooth operation. Hornby is the home of model railways and has been a key pillar in the world of British toys for over a century.