Hornby Trains - BR, CL.370 Advanced Pass Train

Introducing the Hornby Trains BR, Class 370 Advanced Passenger Train, a stunning 5-car pack (sets 370001 and 370002) that epitomizes British railway history during Era 7. This sophisticated model is a tribute to the ambitious Advanced Passenger Train (APT) program, reflecting a time when British Rail was at the forefront of innovation. The APT is renowned for its pioneering technology, including a computerised tilting system that allowed for remarkable speeds and agility on challenging tracks. This feature enabled the trains to navigate turns up to 40% faster than its contemporaries, making it a remarkable piece of engineering.

Although the APT-P trains, introduced in 1979, faced operational challenges that led to their eventual phase-out by the more economical IC125 HST units, they played a crucial role in shaping modern rail travel. The lessons learned from the APT initiative were instrumental in developing future high-speed trains, such as the IC225 and the tilting Alstom Pendolino, which are still in use today.

The Hornby BR, CL.370 Advanced Passenger Train is not just a model; it's a piece of history that railway enthusiasts will cherish. Perfect for collectors and hobbyists, this beautifully crafted train set is an essential addition to any railway collection, representing the daring spirit and technological aspirations of British Rail. With intricate detailing and exquisite craftsmanship, the Hornby APT promises hours of enjoyment for train aficionados. Add the Hornby BR, Class 370 Advanced Passenger Train to your railway collection today at Smartfox NZ, where history and quality meet!

BR, CL.370 Advanced Pass Train
HOR R30104 Hornby BR, Class 370 Advanced Passenger Train, Sets 370001 and 370002, 5-car Pack - Era 7
The Advanced Passenger Train (APT) programme is remembered by many as one of British Rail's greatest embarrassments, an ambitious but ultimately unsuccessful design. The APT-P multiple units incorporated ideas that were well ahead of their time, most famously including a computerised tilting system which allowed the trains to navigate the tight turns of Britain's ageing railways up to 40% faster than anything else of the time.
The first APT-P unit was introduced in 1979 and the trains were progressively developed until 1987, the highlight being a period of passenger service between 1983 and 1985. Ultimately the complexity and cost of the unreliable APT saw it replaced by the simpler and considerably cheaper IC125 HST programme, but lessons learned were incorporated into the IC225 programme and later the tilting Alstom Pendolino trains still operating on the West Coast Mainline.