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Hornby R30443

Avanti West Coast - Class 805 - 805005 - 5 Car Train Pack

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Manufacturer description

These newly tooled bi-mode multiple units are based on the Hitachi A-train design with 13 five-car units introduced from June 2014 to replace Class 221s on services between London, Birmingham New Street and stations along the North Wales Coast Line. They also operate along the Blackpool North line. 

Their ability to switch seamlessly from electric to diesel power eliminates the need for long-distance diesel operation along partly electrified routes. Owned by Rock Rail and leased to Avanti West Coast, the units are based on Oxley Depot, Wolverhampton.

Our OO gauge 5-Car Train Pack emulates the attractive train beautifully, with two model power cars (one motorised and one dummy), plus three coaches. This train pack is DCC ready for digital upgrade if required. 

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Prototype information

The Hornby Avanti West Coast Class 805 model is a OO gauge train pack featuring a 5-car set in Avanti West Coast livery. The model is part of the 2025 Range catalogue and is DCC ready with a 21-pin socket.

The model is based on the real-life Hitachi A-train design, with 13 five-car units introduced from June 2014 to replace Class 221s on services between London, Birmingham New Street, and stations along the North Wales Coast Line. The train also operates along the Blackpool North line, utilising its bi-mode capabilities to switch between electric and diesel power.

The model is manufactured by Hornby and represents the current era of rail operations. It is a painted finish, with a minimum curve radius of 2nd radius (438mm) and does not have buffers. The train is 1,660mm in length and features a non-NEM pocket coupling. The manufacturer's catalogue number is 2025 Range, and it is part of the same range.