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Hornby R30016 British Gas - Ruston & Hornsby - 88DS 'Hilsea' Diesel Locomotive Era 8 Model Train

Name: Hornby R30016 British Gas - Ruston & Hornsby - 88DS 'Hilsea' Diesel Locomotive Era 8 Model Train
Brand: Hornby
Price: 137.15 GBP
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R30016

Diesel

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Product Description This detailed OO gauge model features a diecast chassis, metal buffers, NEM couplings, and is DCC-ready via a 6-pin socket. Finished in authentic British Gas blue and white livery, it’s ideal for industrial or depot-themed layouts set in Era 8. The Hornby 88DS ‘Hilsea’ represents Ruston & Hornsby's durable 0-4-0 industrial shunter, delivered new to British Gas (Southern) in 1961. Based at Hilsea Gas Works, No. 1139 worked shunting duties until its retirement and preservation in the late 1980s. Safety Warning Detailed scale model. Not suitable for children under 14 years. Please refer to safety notes in enclosed instruction leaflet. Colours and contents may differ from those illustrated. Please retain these details and the address for future reference.

Key Features

This detailed OO gauge model features a diecast chassis, metal buffers, NEM couplings, and is DCC-ready via a 6-pin socket.

Finished in authentic British Gas blue and white livery, it’s ideal for industrial or depot-themed layouts set in Era 8.

The Accessory Pack includes alternative buffer beam, buffer beam detailing and buckeye coupling.

Discover Hornby locomotives for model railways. This is where you’ll find steam, diesel, and electric locos, as well as DCC-fitted, DCC-ready, and analogue models.

The Hornby Railroad Collection is carefully designed to be more durable, with little compromise on detail. Railroad is ideal for model railway beginners and keen collectors alike.

Product Specifications

Brand: Hornby
Model: R30016
Size: 00 Gauge
ASIN: B0G4W4FQWS
Category: Toys & Games > Hobbies > Model Building > Model Trains & Accessories > Railroad Cars > Locomotives > Diesel
Domain: Amazon UK
Listed Since: 03 December 2025

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