Rekindle a classic era of speed with Hornby's BR High Speed Train Set.

Hornby R1289M BR High Speed Train Set. RRP: £169.99. Our price: £152.99. Add to basket

 

Take a trip back to the nostalgic golden age of High-speed British rail travel — the 1970s and 1980s — with this memory-filled OO gauge train set, inspired by Hornby's classic R.685 set. 

The set evokes youthful memories of Hornby’s heritage sets, now with modern livery detail and performance. Our first delivery of these models sold out, and we've now restocked!

Hornby R1289M BR High Speed Train Set. RRP: £169.99. Our price: £152.99. Add to basket

The InterCity 125 icon

The High Speed Train (HST) was introduced by British Rail in 1976, with the legendary Class 43 power cars built at Crewe by British Rail Engineering Limited. Capable of 125 mph in regular service, the HST transformed inter-city travel, cutting journey times and revitalising rail in the UK. 

Hornby R1289M BR High Speed Train Set. RRP: £169.99. Our price: £152.99. Add to basket

Set Features

Inspired by Hornby’s classic R.685 train set catalogue reference, this set includes a pair of Class 43 driving cars (one powered, one dummy) in BR blue & grey livery, Mk. 3 passenger coach, oval track loop and siding, buffer stop and controller with mains supply. The powered car has illuminated headlights for added realism.

Perfect for reliving childhood memories of Hornby sets, while offering modern build and performance, this is the ideal set for new collectors or as a special gift.

The HST remains a landmark of British rail engineering — owning a model is owning a piece of that story. Explore this set here and bring the thrill of 125 mph to your layout today!