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Hornby R1286M

Freight Runner Train Set

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Prototype Era
Era 3 (1923 to 1947) The Big Four (LNER, LMS, GWR and SR)

Manufacturer description

The Freight Runner Train Set is the perfect way to start building a model railway of your own. Whether its just for the fun of driving trains or as the beginning of a detailed scenic railway layout, it has all you need to build a simple working model railway.

This freight-themed train set includes a newly tooled motorised B4 tank engine, complete with working lights. The Freight Runner is quick and strong, pulling the two wagons included in the set with ease. It comes with a simple oval of track that is easy to set up, a mains power supply, and a controller, so no batteries are required.

It is compatible with other Hornby products, so you can add more track, buildings, and many more train options, allowing you to create your own miniature railway world with hours of fun guaranteed along the way.

Catalogue listing

Model details

Prototype information

Hornby's Freight Runner Train Set is part of the 2025 Range catalogue and is an analogue model with painted finish. It is designed for the OO gauge and has a 3 pole motor. The model features a blue livery with blue, yellow and red colours. The minimum radius curve required for this set is 1st Radius, which is 371mm in diameter.

The set includes a motorised B4 tank engine with working lights, which is capable of pulling two wagons. The set also comes with a simple oval of track, a mains power supply and a controller, making it easy to set up and operate without the need for batteries.

This train set is compatible with other Hornby products, allowing users to expand their model railway layout with additional track, buildings and trains. The Hornby Freight Runner Train Set is a good starting point for building a model railway, providing a basic working model and encouraging users to add more detail and scenery to create a unique miniature world.