Name: Rapido 903017 16″ Hunslet – “Primrose No.2” (Late Condition)
Brand: Rapido
SKU: 903017
Price: 129.95 GBP

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Prototype Eras
Era 6 (1967 to 1972) British Rail Blue (Pre-TOPS)
Era 7 (1972 to 1982) British Rail Blue (TOPS)
Era 11 (2016 to 2026) The Last Days of Privatisation

Livery and condition as preserved - eras show both original and preservation era, where applicable.

Manufacturer description

16″ Hunslet – “Primrose No.2” (Late Condition)
NCB red livery as seen during the 1970’s and preservation career with stovepipe chimney.
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

903017

RRP

£129.95

Release date

Q3 2025

Model details

Gauge

DCC status

DCC Ready

Scale

OO Gauge (1:76 Scale)

Minimum radius

Radius 1

Livery

NCB - National Coal Board

Coupling mount

NEM pockets

Coupling type

Tension lock

Chassis construction

Diecast

Tooling date

2023

Prototype information

Total built

Wheel configuration

0-6-0ST

Locomotive type

Steam

In service until

1970s

Build dates

1923 to 1958

Builder

Hunslet Engine Company

Main duties

Shunting
Industrial Use

Operated by

National Coal Board
Various Industrial Railways

Operator

NCB

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The Rapido 16" Hunslet "Primrose No.2" is a model locomotive representing a British Rail diesel shunter in late condition. This model is part of the Rapido 16" Hunslet Saddle Tank Batch 2 collection.

The model is designed for OO gauge and is DCC ready, allowing for easy integration with digital control systems. It is modelled in the National Coal Board (NCB) red livery, typical of the 1970s era. The model features a stovepipe chimney, which distinguishes it from earlier versions.

The model is constructed from die-cast metal and includes a high-quality motor and mechanism for smooth operation. It also features a Next18 decoder socket for easy DCC installation. The level of detail is high, with many separately fitted parts adding to the realism of the model. Additional features include NEM coupler pockets and sprung buffers for a more authentic appearance.

Rapido 903017

16″ Hunslet – “Primrose No.2” (Late Condition)