Hornby R30016 British Gas - Ruston & Hornsby - 88DS 'Hilsea' Diesel Locomotive Era 8 Model Train
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| Management number | 220718560 | Release Date | 2026/05/03 | List Price | US$83.69 | Model Number | 220718560 | ||
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This detailed OO gauge model features a diecast chassis, metal buffers, NEM couplings, and is DCC-ready via a 6-pin socket. Finished in authentic British Gas blue and white livery, it’s ideal for industrial or depot-themed layouts set in Era 8. The Hornby 88DS ‘Hilsea’ represents Ruston & Hornsby's durable 0-4-0 industrial shunter, delivered new to British Gas (Southern) in 1961. Based at Hilsea Gas Works, No. 1139 worked shunting duties until its retirement and preservation in the late 1980s.
- This detailed OO gauge model features a diecast chassis, metal buffers, NEM couplings, and is DCC-ready via a 6-pin socket.
- Finished in authentic British Gas blue and white livery, it’s ideal for industrial or depot-themed layouts set in Era 8.
- The Accessory Pack includes alternative buffer beam, buffer beam detailing and buckeye coupling.
- Discover Hornby locomotives for model railways. This is where you’ll find steam, diesel, and electric locos, as well as DCC-fitted, DCC-ready, and analogue models.
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| Size | 00 Gauge |
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| Scale | 1:76 Scale |
| Theme | Fantasy |
| Brand Name | HORNBY |
| Model Name | Hornby R30016 British Gas - Ruston & Hornsby - 88DS 'Hilsea' Diesel Locomotive Era 8 Model Train |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Item Weight | 0.3 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | Hornby Hobbies Ltd |
| Model Number | R30016 |
| Material Type | Metal |
| Item Type Name | Hornby R30016 British Gas - Ruston & Hornsby - 88DS 'Hilsea' Diesel Locomotive Era 8 Model Train |
| Item Dimensions | 7.32 x 2.36 x 4.45 inches |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Toy Vehicle Form | Train |
| Subject Character | Ruston & Hornsby |
| Included Components | Model Diesel Locomotive, Accessory Pack , Instructions |
| Is Assembly Required | No |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Are Batteries Required | No |
| Batteries are Included | No |
| Manufacturer Part Number | R30016 |
| Manufacturer Minimum Age MONTHS | 168.0 |
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