Rapido 958508
LNER J52/2 No.68838 BR Unlined Black Early Crest (DCC Sound Fitted)
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Prototype Era
Era 4 (1948 to 1956) British Railways Early Crest
Manufacturer description
No.68838
BR black (early crest)
Cast tapered chimney
Pop-type safety valves
Short dome
Parallel buffers
Pole-type front step
4 handrail knobs
Closed bunker coal rails
Smokebox numberplate
Can motor
Flywheel
Plunger pickups
Sprung buffers
Detailed cab interior
Firebox glow
Factory-fitted speaker
Optional scale couplings
Diecast chassis block
Next18 decoder socket
Catalogue listing
Model details
Prototype information
Robert Stephenson & Co
Sharp, Stewart & Co
London & North Eastern Railway
British Railways
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The Rapido LNER J52/2 model, number 68838, is a OO gauge locomotive that represents a British Railways Early Crest era locomotive. This model is part of the Rapido J52 collection and features a UK-specific layout.
The model is detailed and accurate, with features such as a cast tapered chimney, pop-type safety valves, a short dome, and parallel buffers. The locomotive also includes a pole-type front step and four handrail knobs. The bunker is fitted with closed coal rails and a smokebox numberplate.
The model is equipped with a can motor, flywheel, and plunger pickups for smooth operation. Sprung buffers add to the model's realism. The cab interior is detailed and features a firebox glow effect.
This model is DCC sound fitted and includes a factory-fitted speaker. It also has a Next18 decoder socket for easy digital control. The model is available with optional scale couplings for improved realism.


