{"product_id":"oo-schools-rugby","title":"OO SCHOOLS - RUGBY KIT","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOO Schools Class “Rugby” Kit delivers a detailed representation of one of the iconic Southern Railway express steam locomotives, ideal for OO scale British railway modelling focused on prestige passenger services.\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\u003eSchools Class Design:\u003c\/b\u003e OO scale model of the Southern Railway “Schools” Class locomotive, named “Rugby”, representing the powerful express passenger engines used on Southern mainline routes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrototype Detail:\u003c\/b\u003e Accurately captures the distinctive 4-4-0 wheel arrangement, streamlined boiler proportions, and refined cab detailing typical of the class.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale \u0026amp; Gauge Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e OO scale (1:76); suitable for standard OO gauge track systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Injection-moulded plastic kit with finely moulded components designed for painting and detailing to individual modelling preferences.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLayout Integration:\u003c\/b\u003e Compatible with OO gauge rolling stock for passenger train formations and heritage express services.\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\u003eRailway:\u003c\/b\u003e Southern Railway\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClass:\u003c\/b\u003e Schools Class (“Rugby”)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Injection-moulded plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/b\u003e Required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePaint\/Glue:\u003c\/b\u003e Required (not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRecommended Age:\u003c\/b\u003e 14+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePower Requirement:\u003c\/b\u003e None (kit form)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompatibility Notes:\u003c\/b\u003e Suitable for OO gauge layouts and compatible passenger rolling stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e OO scale railway modellers recreating Southern Railway express passenger services, pre-nationalisation steam-era layouts, and classic British mainline operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this kit matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Schools Class locomotives were among the most powerful 4-4-0 engines ever built in Britain, designed by Richard Maunsell for the Southern Railway. Named after prominent public schools, each locomotive carried a unique identity, with “Rugby” serving on express passenger routes between London and the South Coast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis class represents a key development in British steam engineering, combining high performance with relatively compact design for restrictive Southern routes. It remains a favourite among historical railway modellers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssemble the kit using appropriate modelling tools and adhesives, then paint and detail according to your chosen livery. Once completed, the locomotive can be fitted to a suitable chassis if required and operated with OO gauge passenger stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a plastic model kit. Assembly, paint, and glue are required. It is not a toy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dapol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44474279100572,"sku":"DC087","price":27.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/DC087.webp?v=1727713846","url":"https:\/\/www.harveynorman.lol\/products\/oo-schools-rugby","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}