Hornby Accessories - BR 9F Class 92194 - Era 5

Introducing the Hornby Accessories BR 9F Class 92194 - Era 5, a remarkable addition to your model railway collection. This exquisite replica of the British Railways Standard 9F Class 92194 embodies the pinnacle of steam locomotive design, capturing the essence of the historic 2-10-0 configuration. This model, crafted with precision, features intricate detailing and is perfect for collectors and enthusiasts alike. Originally built in 1958 at Swindon, this locomotive showcased exceptional performance as both a freight and passenger machine. With robust hauling capabilities, it was aptly utilized on long-distance routes, including the famed Red Dragon express service. The engineering marvel not only excelled at hauling heavy loads but also attained remarkable speeds exceeding 90mph, making it a favorite among steam railway aficionados. Suitable for Era 5 layouts, the Hornby BR 9F Class 92194 is designed for seamless integration with your existing model train sets. Its iconic design, high-quality construction, and relentless spirit offer a beautiful narrative for hobbyists looking to recreate the golden age of British railways. Experience the allure of steam locomotives and enhance your railway with this classic model today! Perfect for gifts or personal collection, the Hornby BR 9F Class 92194 is a must-have for every model railway enthusiast. Order now from Smartfox NZ and bring the charm of classic steam to your setup!

The British Railways Standard 9F Class was a 2-10-0 steam locomotive, the last of the standardised BR designs. The Robert Riddles design was intended as a long distance heavy express freight locomotive. In total 251 of the class were produced between January 1954 and March 1960, with the final locomotive No. 92220 ‘Evening Star’ being the last steam locomotive built by British Railways. The huge length of the 10 coupled driving wheels proved problematic when faced with tight curves, a situation that freight haulage would make inevitable. A solution was found by removing the flanges from the centre driving wheel and reducing the size on the flanges on the second and fourth driving axle’s wheels. Riddles had chosen the 2-10-0 wheel configuration in-order to spread the load of the boiler over a greater area. This meant that the boiler had to be raised considerably compared to other designs to allow the firebox to sit above the trailing driving wheels. As a result, the 9F features a distinctive void between the suspended boiler and the footplate. In operation the class proved extremely versatile. Not only did the 9F excel as a freight locomotive, but when required it also succeeded as a passenger locomotive. Reports even suggest that when 92220 ‘Evening Star’ was used to pull the Red Dragon express service between Cardiff and London it was forced to delay its arrival to allow the restaurant services to be completed, having outperformed the normal Britannia Class locomotives used on the service. This was not the only time 9Fs had been recorded outperforming dedicated express locomotives and on such services the locomotives were capable of running at over 90mph. This combination of high speed, fast acceleration and powerful hauling capabilities mean that many consider the class to be pinnacle of British steam locomotive design. Locomotive No. 92194 was built in Swindon during 1958 for use on the Eastern Region. The locomotive was initially allocated to the Donca