{"product_id":"oo-br-high-speed-train-set-inspired-by-r685","title":"OO BR High Speed Train Set - Inspired By R685","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOO BR High Speed Train Set - Inspired By R685 delivers classic British rail nostalgia and ready-to-run excitement for OO gauge enthusiasts and collectors.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eComplete Train Set:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes a BR InterCity High Speed Train inspired by the iconic Hornby R685 set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClassic InterCity Livery:\u003c\/b\u003e Features the famous blue, grey, and yellow colour scheme used by British Rail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePowered Driving Car:\u003c\/b\u003e Motorised Class 43 power car provides smooth operation on OO gauge layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReady-to-Run:\u003c\/b\u003e Supplied fully assembled and decorated for immediate use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinished Model Dimensions (Approximate):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTrain Length:\u003c\/b\u003e 75 cm (depending on coach configuration)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWidth:\u003c\/b\u003e 4 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 6 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale:\u003c\/b\u003e OO (1:76)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGauge:\u003c\/b\u003e 16.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/b\u003e Hornby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrototype:\u003c\/b\u003e British Rail InterCity 125 (HST)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePower:\u003c\/b\u003e One motorised Class 43 power car\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLivery:\u003c\/b\u003e BR InterCity Executive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEra:\u003c\/b\u003e Era 7 (1980–1990s)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Die-cast metal and injection-moulded plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/b\u003e Ready-to-run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePaint\/Glue:\u003c\/b\u003e Not required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTrack and Controller:\u003c\/b\u003e May be included depending on set configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRecommended Age:\u003c\/b\u003e 14+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e Railway enthusiasts, nostalgic Hornby collectors, and OO gauge modellers recreating classic British Rail operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this kit matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe InterCity 125 High Speed Train transformed rail travel in Britain when introduced in 1976. With regular service speeds of 125 mph, it became one of the most successful diesel train designs ever built and remains an icon of British engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis train set pays tribute to Hornby’s legendary R685 set, bringing back a favourite from many childhood collections while offering modern-ready performance and detailed decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the train on compatible OO gauge track and operate it using a standard DC controller. Add additional coaches, station buildings, and scenery to recreate the golden age of high-speed rail travel in Britain.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a detailed scale model intended for collectors and hobbyists. It is not a toy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45056318832796,"sku":"R1289M","price":338.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/R1289M-1.webp?v=1754870128","url":"https:\/\/www.harveynorman.lol\/products\/oo-br-high-speed-train-set-inspired-by-r685","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}