Hornby OO Railroad LNER Class 800 MC Coach

Product Description

OO Railroad LNER Class 800 MC Coach delivers a modern high-speed passenger carriage designed for realistic intercity operations on OO gauge layouts.

Featuring:

• LNER Azuma Styling: Accurate representation of modern LNER Class 800/801 multiple-unit coach design with authentic external detailing.
• Smooth Body Finish: Streamlined coach profile with finely printed livery and window detailing.
• Passenger Interior Detail: Moulded internal seating layout visible through clear window sections.
• Ready-to-Run Build: Fully assembled with factory-fitted wheelsets for smooth, reliable running.

Finished Model Dimensions (Approximate)

• Length: 26-28 cm
• Width: 3.5-4 cm
• Height: 5 cm

Technical Specifications:

• Scale: OO (1:76)
• Gauge: 16.5mm
• Prototype: LNER Class 800 Azuma passenger coach
• Operator: London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
• Era: Modern railway operations (2010s-present)
• Material: Injection-moulded plastic with metal wheelsets
• Couplings: NEM pocket compatible (standard OO interface)
• Assembly: Ready-to-run
• Paint/Glue: Not required
• Recommended Age: 14+

Perfect for: Modern high-speed passenger services, intercity express layouts, and contemporary British railway scenes.

Why this coach matters

The Class 800 Azuma represents the modernisation of Britain's intercity rail network, replacing older HST formations with bi-mode high-speed units capable of both electric and diesel operation. It is a key part of current LNER services across the East Coast Main Line.

This model brings contemporary realism to modern layouts and pairs well with other Azuma coaches and Class 800/801 formations.

How to use it

Place on OO gauge track and couple with compatible Class 800/801 power cars or matching coaching stock. Ideal for mainline stations, high-speed corridors, and modern passenger terminals.

This is a detailed scale model intended for collectors and hobbyists. It is not a toy.