Hornby Accessories - FGW Mk3 Trailer Guard Stand
The Hornby FGW Mk3 Trailer Guard Stand features a robust design that supports your model trains while providing an authentic touch to your setup. Crafted from high-quality materials, it ensures durability and stability for your model trains running at impressive speeds, similar to the original Mk3 Coaches that were designed to run at 125 mph. This accessory is ideal for railway enthusiasts who appreciate the intricate details of Britain’s railway history.
Whether you're an experienced modeler or a beginner, the Hornby FGW Mk3 Trailer Guard Stand is compatible with various Hornby track systems, making it easy to integrate into your existing setup. Elevate your railway presentation with this essential accessory that showcases the transition from the aging Mk2 coaches to the advanced Mk3 technology. Complete your Great Western Trains collection with the Mk3 Trailer Guard Stand and enjoy hours of engaging model railway action!
HOR R40230 Hornby FGW c. 2002. Mk3 Trailer Guard Standard (TGS), 44033 - Era 10 2022 Catalogue
In-order to allow running at 125 mph on Britain's railways, new rolling stock was needed by British Railways in order to replace the aging Mk2s. Significant improvements 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 the FirstGroup's decision to buyout their partner's shares in Great Western Holdings, a decision was made to rebrand the Great Western Trains HST units to First Great Western (FGW). Visually this change involved the fitting of a new vinyl gold strip and colour fading as well as fitting new FGW logos. This livery was relatively short lived, with FGW introducing a variety of new liveries over the next few years which were more in keeping with the First Group's other corporate liveries.
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