Hornby OO Railroad BR Class 55 The Kings Own Yorkshire Light Infantry 55002

OO Railroad with Sound BR Class 55 "The King's Own Yorkshire Light Infantry" 55002 delivers a highly detailed diesel locomotive model representing one of the iconic English Electric Deltic locomotives used on British Rail's East Coast Main Line.

Featuring:

• BR Blue Livery: Authentic British Rail corporate blue finish with precise printed detailing and accurate numbering for 55002.
• Class 55 "Deltic" Design: Faithfully represents the powerful twin-engine diesel locomotive known for high-speed express passenger services.
• Sound-Equipped Operation: Integrated sound decoder reproducing realistic engine start-up, idle, and running sounds.
• Detailing & Finish: Fine-scale body detailing including roof fan grilles, bogie detail, and prototype-accurate body shape.

Finished Model Dimensions (Approximate)

• Length: 28-30 cm
• Width: 4-5 cm
• Height: 5 cm

Technical Specifications:

• Scale: OO (1:76)
• Gauge: 16.5mm
• Prototype: BR Class 55 "Deltic" 55002
• Name: The King's Own Yorkshire Light Infantry
• Operator: British Rail
• Service Type: East Coast Main Line express passenger services
• Era: 1960s-1980s (BR diesel era)
• Material: Injection-moulded plastic and metal chassis components (model dependent)
• Drive: Powered OO gauge locomotive
• Sound: DCC sound-equipped (factory fitted or DCC-ready variant)
• Couplings: NEM pockets / close-coupling system (model dependent)
• Assembly: Ready-to-run
• Paint/Glue: Not required
• Recommended Age: 14+

Perfect for: Classic BR diesel layouts, East Coast Main Line express services, and heritage-era mixed passenger operations.

Why this locomotive matters

The Class 55 "Deltic" was one of the most powerful and distinctive diesel locomotives of British Rail, revolutionising express passenger services on the East Coast Main Line with its high-speed performance and unique twin-engine design.

This model captures the iconic status and engineering significance of 55002, making it a standout piece for any BR diesel-era layout.

How to use it

Best operated on mainline OO layouts with long straight sections and express passenger formations. Sound functions enhance realism during acceleration and cruising operation.

This is a detailed scale model intended for collectors and hobbyists. It is not a toy.