Hornby Accessories - BR Cl.56 Co-Co 56086 - Era7

Elevate your model railway setup with the Hornby Accessories BR Class 56 Co-Co 56086 from Era 7, an exquisite replica of the iconic British Rail diesel locomotive that's perfect for model train enthusiasts and collectors alike. This meticulously detailed model showcases the classic design and robust power of the Class 56, first introduced in 1976 to tackle the increasing demands of heavy freight transport.

The distinctive grey livery and intricate detailing of the 56086 model provide an authentic touch to your collection, embodying the remarkable craftsmanship that Hornby is known for. Whether you're expanding your existing railway or embarking on a new modeling project, this locomotive is ideal for creating realistic train journeys and scenarios.

With its Co-Co wheel arrangement, the BR Class 56 ensures excellent stability, adeptly navigating tight curves and gradients. Featuring accurately represented air brakes and a powerful Ruston-Paxman engine, this model is engineered for both high-performance and aesthetic appeal.

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Transform your model railway experience with the Hornby Accessories BR Class 56 Co-Co 56086 from Era 7, a stunning representation of the iconic British Rail diesel locomotive. Perfect for collectors and railway enthusiasts alike, this detailed model brings the classic design and robust power of the Class 56 to life. Originally introduced in 1976 to meet the demands of heavy freight transportation, the Class 56 was renowned for its reliability and efficiency. With its striking grey livery and intricate detailing, the 56086 model provides an authentic addition to any fleet, showcasing the craftsmanship that Hornby is famous for.

Whether you're enhancing your existing setup or starting a new project, this model is ideal for recreating realistic train journeys and scenarios. The Co-Co configuration ensures excellent stability, making it perfect for navigating tight curves and gradients on your layout. With air brakes and a powerful Ruston-Paxman engine depicted accurately, this locomotive is designed for performance as much as aesthetics.

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The British Rail Class 56 Type 5 Co-Co diesel locomotive was first introduced in 1976 to cope with the increased requirement for heavy freight. British Rail awarded the contract to design and build these new engines to Brush Traction in Loughborough, who subsequently sub-contracted the construction to Electroputere in Romania, due to the lack of capacity in their own works. The initial 30 locomotives to be delivered from Romania suffered from transit damage and construction deficiencies and had to be extensively rebuilt before entering service. With this in mind the decision was made to build the remaining 105 locomotives in England, British Rail Engineering Ltd manufacturing them at their Doncaster Works (nos. 56031 to 56115). The design specification was based upon the Class 47 bodyshell, with the omission of redundant features such as the headcode panel. Power came from a Ruston-Paxman unit that was similar to that fitted in the Class 50 locomotives, which provided the capability for heavy haul freight. Air brakes were fitted for the first time in a British Rail engine and the electrics were improved in a number of areas, resulting in a more robust power unit. Nicknamed as Gridirons or 'Grids', the Class 56 displaced the Class 20 and Class 47 locomotives and commonly undertook the transportation of iron ore, coal, aggregate and steel across the Eastern and London Midland Regions and on the Western Region for aggregate duties. Strong and reliable performers, the locomotives were popular but needed heavy maintenance, particularly when compared against the Class 66 locomotives that came to displace them in service. The introduction of the Class 60 locomotives saw a gradual reduction in the use of the Class 56 locomotives and with the arrival of the Class 66 locomotives, with their greater availability and lower maintenance, the Class 56 fleet were placed into storage between 1998 and 2004. Most of the locomotives remain in depots around the UK, despite being various