Hornby Accessories - East Midlands Mk3 Coach A44048

Discover the Hornby East Midlands Mk3 Coach A44048, a superb addition to your model railway collection. This highly detailed model replicates the iconic Mk3 Coach, introduced to modernize British Railways in 1975. Engineered for performance, the Mk3 Coach features advanced secondary air suspension and aerodynamic skirting, ensuring both stability and style at speeds up to 125 mph. Measuring 75 feet (23 meters) in length, this coach offers exceptional capacity, making it a perfect fit for any train enthusiast's setup. Ideal for recreating the historical InterCity 125 service or enhancing your East Midlands Railway layout, the Hornby A44048 is faithful to the original design that served paramount changes in Britain's train service. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just starting your journey in model trains, this Hornby accessory brings authenticity and charm to your displays. Plus, it is compatible with other models in the Hornby range, allowing endless customization options. Order the Hornby East Midlands Mk3 Coach A44048 today from Smartfox NZ to elevate your model railway experience.

HOR R40361 Hornby East Midlands Mk3 Coach A 44048 TGS - Era 11
In-order to allow running at 125 mph on Britain's railways, new rolling stock was needed by British Railways, and a new Mark entered service in 1975. Significant improvements over the Mk2 included new secondary air suspension between the bogies and the coach body as well as aerodynamic skirting on the underframe. Mk3 Coaches are 75ft (23m) long enabling far greater capacity than older coaches. Mk3 coaches also incorporate disk breaks and wheel slip protection enabling faster deceleration.The first Mk3 Coaches to be delivered were used as part of the HST prototype along with the two Class 41 diesel power cars in 1972. Mk3 coaches entered service in 1975 along with the Class 43 forming the iconic InterCity 125 trainset.After the HST Mk3 Coach variant was introduced, further Mk3 Coaches were introduced to the West Coast Mainline for use as part of locomotive hauled trains. Mk3s remain in service as part of HSTs with East Midlands Railway among other companies.
The British Rail Mk3 Coach was developed primarily for the Class 43 HST, but incorporated design features to enable it to be hauled by conventional locomotives. The first coach entered service in 1975 and the last were made in 1988. Most Mk3 Coaches built are still in service today, including a part of the Royal Train.