Hornby Railroad Plus British Railways Peppercorn Class A1 4-6-2 60163 'Tornado' Steam Locomotive
Locomotive No. 60163 'Tornado' is a modern-built Peppercorn Class A1 Pacific, created to bring a lost class of British express steam locomotive back to life. Built to meet modern safety and certification standards, “Tornado” first moved under its own power at Darlington on 29th July 2008 after nearly 20 years of work. With its powerful 4-6-2 wheel configuration, impressive engineering, and mainline heritage appeal, this locomotive is an iconic choice for railway enthusiasts and collectors.
• Represents Peppercorn Class A1 Pacific No. 60163 'Tornado'.
• Inspired by the first new mainline steam locomotive built in the UK since 1960.
• Features the classic 4-6-2 wheel configuration of an express passenger locomotive.
• Ideal for collectors, steam railway enthusiasts, and heritage railway layouts.
• Recommended age: 14+