Hornby’s Railroad range continues to stand out for all the right reasons. Built to be robust and more affordable, Railroad models have long been a favourite with value-orientated buyers.

Designed to offer solid performance and attractive liveries without the fragility or cost of ultra-fine detailing, the Railroad range is ideal for layouts that are meant to be enjoyed and operated regularly. They’re tough enough for frequent running, straightforward to maintain, and competitively priced.

Why Railroad still makes sense

Hornby’s approach with Railroad has always been refreshingly honest. These are models intended to run well, look right, and remain affordable. By keeping tooling practical and focusing on proven mechanisms, Hornby has been able to keep prices lower than many equivalent OO gauge releases.

That makes the arrival of three new Class 37 releases especially good news, as they combine classic appeal with pricing that remains within reach.

New Class 37s inbound

R30436 – Class 37 An Comunn Gaidhealach

This DCC-ready Class 37, finished in Loram livery as 37418 An Comunn Gaidhealach is supplied with etched nameplates and a 21-pin decoder socket. It offers plenty of flexibility for those who may wish to upgrade to sound later. Priced at just £85.49, it represents excellent value for a recognisable and well-finished diesel-electric, ideal for your infrastructure trains.

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R30436TXS – Sound-Fitted An Comunn Gaidhealach

For those who want sound from day one, the TXS version comes factory-fitted with Hornby’s HM7000 sound decoder. This delivers realistic engine sounds straight out of the box, without the cost or complexity of aftermarket installation. At £134.99, it’s a surprisingly affordable way to bring sound to your layout...

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R30437TXS – Class 37 Carl Haviland

Completing the trio is No. 37419 Carl Haviland in Direct Rail Services livery. Like its sister model, this version is supplied sound-fitted and ready to run, making it an appealing choice for modern image layouts or anyone looking to add another dependable Class 37 to their fleet. Head up your nuclear flask trains or charter services and listen to the sound of an English Electric echo around your walls!

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With strong demand for Railroad models, these new Class 37s are worth securing in advance. If you’re looking to add more motive power without stretching your budget, these releases are a reminder that great value is still very much alive in 'OO' modelling.