Hornby Accessories - East Cst Mk3 Trailer Std Dsbld

Enhance your model railway collection with the Hornby Accessories - East Coast Mk3 Trailer Standard Disabled. Perfectly crafted for enthusiasts, this detailed 1:76 scale model adds authenticity and sophistication to your layout. This exceptional coach embodies the evolution of British Railways' rolling stock, designed to operate at impressive speeds of 125 mph. The Mk3 Coaches, originally introduced in the 1970s, feature innovative secondary air suspension for improved ride quality, along with aerodynamic underframe skirting that enhances their efficiency. Measuring 75ft (23m) in length, these coaches allow greater capacity compared to older Mk2 coaches, making them a valuable addition to your fleet. Equipped with advanced disk brakes and wheel slip protection, the Mk3 model ensures safe and efficient operation, embodying the iconic design of the InterCity 125 trainset. Ideal for both collectors and operating layout enthusiasts, this Hornby model is not just a coach but a piece of British railway history. Ready to enhance your railway experience? The Hornby East Coast Mk3 Trailer Standard Disabled is a must-have for any serious model train aficionado looking to replicate the classic East Coast routes of the past. Discover the seamless blend of history and precision engineering with Hornby at Smartfox AU.

HOR R40243 Hornby East Coast, Mk3 Trailer Standard Disabled, 42238 - Era 10
In-order to allow running at 125 mph on Britain's railways, new rolling stock was needed by British Railways in order to replace the aging Mk2s. Significant improvements included new secondary air suspension between the bogies and the coach body as well as aerodynamic skirting on the underframe. Mk3 Coaches are 75ft (23m) long enabling far greater capacity than older coaches. Mk3 Coaches also incorporate disk brakes and wheel slip protection enabling faster deceleration.
The first Mk3 Coaches to be delivered were used as part of the HST prototype along with the two Class 41 diesel power cars in 1972. Mk3 Coaches entered service in 1975 along with the Class 43 forming the iconic InterCity 125 trainset.
Following a period of unprofitable operations, the InterCity East Coast franchise passed from NXEC to East Coast, an operator owned by the Department for Transport. From the beginning of East Coast's operations, it was made clear that it was the DfT's intention was that the franchise be retendered in future years. To this end East Coast soon adopted a deliberately plain livery that would be easy for a new operator to re-brand. The franchise eventually passed to Virgin Trains East Coast in March 2015.