The Hornby GNR J13/J52 returns for 2026 in the standout GNR grey livery of the early 1900s, numbered 1252.
Model Specification:
    Highly detailed OO gauge model based on extensive research and original works drawings
    Die-cast boiler, chassis and running plate. Model weight is 235 grams
    Highly detailed cab and fully decorated backhead with decorated instrument dials
    Pogo pin wheel pick-up arrangement for easy pick-up servicing
    Die-cast connecting rods
    Prototypical size metal handrails with brass stanchions
    Oilite main drive bearings
    Opening cab roof vent
    Sprung metal buffers
    Front and rear NEM coupling pocket. Rear coupling pocket has a close coupling mechanism
    Wheel pick-ups on all wheels
    Accessory bag contains vacuum pipes, lamps and couplings
    Separately fitted lamps (lamp code can be changed)
    Separately fitted simulated coal load.
DCC Sound:
    HM7000 21-pin sound decoder fitted
    High fidelity sound profile of J13/J52
Electronics:
    Decoder-controlled firebox flicker
    HM7000 Power Bank compatible
    Powerful 5-pole skew-wound motor
Tooling:
    Raised Safari cab roof ventilator
    Double footstep arrangement
    Coal bunker with coal rails
    Flush-faced connecting rods
    Brass Ramsbottom safety valves
    3’ 3” built-up chimney
    GNR tapered buffer stocks
Livery:
    GNR Plain Grey
    Semi-gloss with matt smokebox
    Accurate colours and typefaces
    Era 2
Hornby Recommends:
    Planked open wagons
    Van wagons