Showroom
Our Skipton showroom is open weekdays 9am until 5pm and by appointment on weekends.
The LNER's unique Class U1 Garratt engine needs little introduction, having made its name as the longest and most powerful loco ever to run on British metals. Designed as a banking engine for the arduous Woodhead route, it was later trialled (albeit unsuccessfully) on the Lickey incline. This model is as special as the prototype; having been constructed to a high standard from a Gladiator kit, it features dual ABC motors and ESU sound decoders. Our own Neil Armitage has added his trademark flourish, with a superb weathered finish that breathes authenticity into this Eastern Region leviathan.
Our Ref |
ECT740-102x2 |
Gauge/Scale |
Finescale O Gauge |
Kit Manufacturer |
Gladiator |
Drive Train |
ABC Gearbox & Maxon Motor |
DCC/RC |
DCC Sound (ESU), address reset to 3 |
Build Standard |
Excellent |
Paint Standard |
Excellent |
Weathering |
Professional | Neil Armitage |
Model Condition |
Near Mint |
Box Condition |
ECT Foam Lined Loco Box |
Condition Description |
The model is in near mint condition, with one or two blemishes to the paintwork beneath the weathered finish. A footplate crew have been fitted. The cab roof is removable and held in place with magnets. |
Track Test |
Excellent/Smooth Runner (at low, medium & high speeds) |
Test Results |
Please note that this model will not run on curves of less than 6ft radius. |
Our Skipton showroom is open weekdays 9am until 5pm and by appointment on weekends.
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