Hornby R30016 OO British Gas 88DS Hilsea

This detailed OO gauge model features a diecast chassis, metal buffers, NEM couplings, and is DCC-ready via a 6-pin socket. Finished in authentic British Gas blue and white livery, it’s ideal for industrial or depot-themed layouts set in Era 8.

History

The Hornby 88DS ‘Hilsea’ represents Ruston & Hornsby's durable 0-4-0 industrial shunter, delivered new to British Gas (Southern) in 1961. Based at Hilsea Gas Works, No. 1139 worked shunting duties until its retirement and preservation in the late 1980s.

Specifications

• Item Length - Without Packaging (cm): 8.2
• Item Height - Without Packaging (cm): 4.3
• Item Width - Without Packaging (cm): 3.1
• Item Weight - Without Packaging (kg): 0.26
• Item Scale: 1:76 Scale 00 Gauge
• DCC Status: DCC Ready 6 pin socket
• Operator: British Gas
• Designer: Ruston & Hornsby
• Wheel Configuration: 0-4-0
• Minimum Curve (mm): Radius 1
• Buffer Type: Metal Buffers
• Coupling Type: NEM Couplings
• Hornby Decoder Compatibility Primary: HM7000-6: Bluetooth® & DCC
• Decoder (6-pin)