This model represents one of just ten examples of the J52 (formerly GNR J13) built by Robert Stephenson & Co at its works in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Originally numbered ‘1225’, after the grouping it was repainted and received the LNER number ‘4225’ in November 1926, which remained until the LNER’s renumbering scheme of 1946 when it became No. ‘8824’ and, subsequently, BR No. ‘68824’. The locomotive lasted in service until May 1959, a creditable 60 years in traffic.


Detail features:

High detail OO gauge model based on extensive research and original works drawings. A brand new tooling of the J52 for 2025
Classic LNER black livery
Matt smokebox and cab roof finish
Die-cast boiler, chassis and running plate
Separately fitted metal handrails with brass stanchions, prototypical in size for 1:72 scale
Double footstep arrangement
Coal bunker with separately fitted coal rails and simulated coal load
Separately fitted lamp brackets with the option to change lamp code using supplied lamps
High detail cab with fully decorated backhead and decorated instrument dials
Die-cast flush-faced connecting rods
Opening cab roof vent
3’ 3” built-up chimney
Separately fitted Ramsbottom safety valves
LNER modified steam pipe arrangement
GNR stepped buffer stocks with sprung metal buffers