The British Railways Standard 9F Class was a 2–10–0 steam locomotive, the last in BR's standardized designs. Designed by Robert Riddles, it was built between 1954 and 1960, with ‘Evening Star’ (No. 92220) as the final British Railways steam locomotive.
The locomotive's long wheelbase posed challenges on tight curves, addressed by removing flanges on the center wheel and reducing them on the second and fourth axles. The 2–10–0 design distributed the boiler load over a larger area, creating a distinct gap between the boiler and footplate.
The 9F proved versatile, excelling in both freight and passenger roles, even outperforming Britannia Class locomotives on occasions, achieving speeds over 90mph.
Some 9Fs had mechanical stokers (e.g., locomotives 92165–92167) for efficient coal delivery, suitable for long-distance American railways, but less common in the UK.
Locomotive 92097, built in 1956 at Crewe, had a unique history, working Consett iron ore services and undergoing modifications.
Modern 9F models feature diecast parts for added weight and realistic performance at 4mm scale, with authentic colors, detailed cabs, painted crew figures, and a flickering firebox feature.
Includes:
- 1× Steam Locomotive
Technical Specification:
- Gauge – OO
- Minimum Curve – Radius 2
- Length – 27cm
- Motor – 5 Pole Skew Wound
- Operator/Livery – BR
