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KR Models GT3 Blue Sound

English Electric GT3 4-6-0 Gas Turbine Locomotive in BR Blue (DCC Sound)

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Prototype Eras
Era 5 (1956 to 1966) British Railways Late Crest
Era 6 (1967 to 1972) British Rail Blue (Pre-TOPS)

Manufacturer description

The English Electric GT3 was designed and built in the Vulcan Foundry in Newton-le-Willows, Cheshire in 1958. After a lot of testing, it was found to be uneconomical to use with the introduction of diesel power. The GT3 had the look of a steam loco with its traditional loco tender configuration. KR Models has captured the essence of the GT3 in this model. It would make an excellent addition to any layout.

English Electric GT3 4-6-0 in BR Blue (DCC Sound)

These models are only available to order from Rails of Sheffield and KR Models

Catalogue listing

Model details

Prototype information

KR Models English Electric GT3 4‑6‑0 Gas Turbine Locomotive in BR Blue – DCC Sound

This 4‑6‑0 model reproduces the English Electric GT3 gas‑turbine locomotive built at the Vulcan Foundry, Newton‑le‑Willows, Cheshire, in 1958. The prototype was tested but proved uneconomical after the introduction of diesel traction; it retained the appearance of a steam locomotive with a conventional tender. The model represents the British Railways Late Crest period and carries the manufacturer part number GT3 Blue Sound.

Key features include DCC sound capability, interior lighting and a detailed BR blue livery. The model is offered only by order through Rails of Sheffield and KR Models, making it a suitable addition for enthusiasts building a mid‑20th‑century British railway layout.