Hornby Accessories - LNER Mk3 Open 1st Dsbled 41100

Discover the Hornby Accessories - LNER Mk3 Open 1st Disabled 41100, the ultimate addition for model railway enthusiasts. This finely crafted model captures the essence of the legendary Mk3 coaches that revolutionized Britain's railways. With its detailed design and authentic representation, this model is perfect for collectors and hobbyists alike. The LNER Mk3 Open 1st Disabled 41100 model features impressive 75ft (23m) length, offering substantial capacity while ensuring authenticity in your railway setup. Ideal for recreating the iconic InterCity 125 trainsets, this model showcases the aerodynamic skirting and advanced disk brakes that characterize the Mk3 coaches. Whether you are a seasoned modeler or just starting, this collectible piece will enhance your layout and provide a unique insight into rail history. Perfect for both personal enjoyment and gifting, the Hornby LNER Mk3 Open 1st Disabled 41100 model is a must-have in your railway accessories collection. Embrace the nostalgia of the British rail system with this exquisite representation of the LNER's iconic fleet. Order now at Smartfox NZ and elevate your model train experience.

HOR R40269 Hornby LNER, Mk3 Open First Disabled (TFD), 41100 - Era 10 2022 Catalogue
In-order to allow running at 125 mph on Britain's railways, new rolling stock was needed by British Railways. 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 brakes 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.
Following a period of privatised operations carried out by Virgin Trains East Coast, the InterCity East Coast franchise was re-nationalised. The new operator, named LNER in reference to operator of train services in the area between 1923 and 1948, is owned by the Department for Transport and currently awarded the franchise until at least 2025. LNER inherited a large fleet of IC 125 and IC 225 sets, but quickly began replacing the ageing stock with more modern Hitachi built high-speed multiple units. The last IC 125 train operated by LNER ran as part of a farewell tour at the end of 2019. Our 41099 model is a representation of a typical LNER Open First Coach.