First Class Elegance, Southern Railway Style

Hornby TT:120 SR '7512' First Class Four-Wheel Coach – Now Available at TMC

Recreate the sophistication of early 20th-century rail travel with the Hornby TT4051 First Class Four-Wheel Coach, finished in classic Southern Railway green and adorned with crisp First Class markings. Numbered ‘7512’, this beautifully proportioned model features a four-compartment layout that reflects the quiet luxury of the golden age of British rail.

Designed for Hornby’s TT:120 scale, this coach is perfect for layouts large or small—whether you’re building a preserved railway scene, a rural branch line, or capturing the elegance of pre-nationalisation travel.

Model Highlights:

• Hornby TT:120 Scale

• Authentic Southern Railway green livery

• Coach number ‘7512’

• First Class four-compartment design

• Finely moulded details and accurate lettering

• Ideal for both historical and heritage-style layouts

A Coach with Stories to Tell

Originally introduced by pre-Grouping companies, four-wheel coaches like ‘7512’ were a common sight on Britain’s railways from the late 1800s through the early 20th century. The Southern Railway inherited many such coaches at the 1923 Grouping, where they were used extensively for First Class travel on shorter routes and branch lines.

Even as newer bogie stock became widespread, these compact carriages soldiered on—many finding second lives in isolated rural services well into the 1950s and 60s. When they were finally retired, their timber bodies were often snapped up by local farmers and residents, used as garden sheds, storage spaces, or even summer houses. Many were later rediscovered, restored, and returned to rails by heritage railway enthusiasts.

Bring Prestige to Your TT:120 Layout

Add a touch of distinction to your Southern Railway collection with ‘7512’. Whether paired with Third Class stock or running solo on a special service, this First Class coach is sure to turn heads with its period charm and refined appearance.

Available Now at The Model Centre

The Hornby TT:120 SR ‘7512’ First Class Coach is in stock at TMC, your destination for premium railway models. Quantities are limited, so order yours today and add a touch of First Class luxury to your layout.