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Rapido 947001

Stirling Single No.1 – 1938 Condition

Manufacturer catalogue image - please note that pre-release images may be CAD renders or CGI images rather than photographs

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

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

Manufacturer description

Stirling Single No.1
Small “Sturrock” tender (1909 to 2012)
Smooth running mechanism
Suitable for operation on 2nd Radius curves (438mm or greater)
Accurate, fine scale precision livery application
Working firebox flicker
21-pin DCC decoder socket
Factory fitted speaker in all models
Accurate sounds obtained from archival footage
Laser 3D scanned for accuracy

Catalogue listing

Model details

Prototype information

The Rapido Stirling Single No.1 model is a OO gauge representation of a locomotive from the Big Four era. It is operated by the Great Northern and is part of the Rapido Stirling Single collection.

The model is based on the Stirling Single, a locomotive with a small "Sturrock" tender that was in use from 1909 to 2012. The mechanism is designed for smooth running and is suitable for operation on curves with a radius of 438mm or greater. The model features a precision livery application, which accurately represents the locomotive's appearance.

Additional features include a working firebox flicker, a 21-pin DCC decoder socket, and a factory-fitted speaker. The model also includes accurate sounds, which have been obtained from archival footage, and has been laser 3D scanned for accuracy.