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Rapido 903016

16″ Hunslet – “John Shaw”

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Prototype Eras
Era 2 (1875 to 1923) Pre-grouping
Era 3 (1923 to 1947) The Big Four (LNER, LMS, GWR and SR)
Era 4 (1948 to 1956) British Railways Early Crest
Era 5 (1956 to 1966) British Railways Late Crest
Era 6 (1967 to 1972) British Rail Blue (Pre-TOPS)

Manufacturer description

16″ Hunslet – “John Shaw”
South Kirby colliery condition.
Die-cast metal construction.
High quality motor and mechanism.
Next18 decoder socket.
High level of detail with plenty of separately fitted parts.
NEM coupler pockets.
Sprung buffers.

Catalogue listing

Brand
Rapido
Product Code
903016
RRP
£129.95
Release date
Q3 2025

Model details

Gauge
OO
DCC status
DCC Ready
DCC
DCC Ready, Next18 decoder socket
Coupling mount
NEM pockets
Coupling type
Tension lock
Livery
Lined Green
Minimum radius
Radius 1
Tooling date
2023
Chassis construction
Diecast
Scale
OO Gauge (1:76 Scale)

Prototype information

In service until
1970s
Locomotive type
Steam
Main duties
Shunting
Industrial Use
Builder
Hunslet Engine Company
Wheel configuration
0-6-0ST
Build dates
1923 to 1958
Operated by
National Coal Board
Various Industrial Railways
Total built
44

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The Rapido 16" Hunslet "John Shaw" is a model locomotive that represents the Big Four period in British railway history. The model is gauge OO and is designed to be DCC Ready, allowing users to install a digital command control system.

This model is part of the 16" Hunslet Saddle Tank Batch 2 collection and features a lined green livery. The model's construction is from die-cast metal.

The locomotive is equipped with a high quality motor and mechanism, providing a smooth and reliable running experience. A Next18 decoder socket is also included, allowing users to easily install a DCC system.

The model boasts a high level of detail, with many separately fitted parts. NEM coupler pockets are also included, allowing users to easily couple the model to other rolling stock. Additionally, the model features sprung buffers for a more realistic appearance.

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