Southern Style Meets Everyday Service

Hornby TT:120 SR '3757' Third Class Brake Coach – Available Now from TMC

Bring classic Southern Railway character to your layout with the Hornby TT4053 Third Class Four-Wheel Brake Coach, finished in the instantly recognisable Southern Railway green livery. With its combination of Third Class seating and a dedicated guard’s compartment, this compact coach reflects the hard-working stock inherited by the SR during the 1923 Grouping—and kept in service for decades after.

Ideal for branch line and local stopping services, this four-wheeler is a must-have for modellers looking to capture the down-to-earth realism of Britain’s railways during the steam era. Whether you're recreating rural operations or assembling a preserved line train, this coach brings both history and authenticity to your TT:120 collection.

Model Features:

• Hornby TT:120 Scale

• Authentic Southern Railway green livery

• Coach number ‘3757’

• Third Class passenger accommodation

• Separate guard’s compartment

• Classic four-wheel design

• Perfect for rural, commuter, or preserved railway scenes

Rooted in History, Built for Realism

Four-wheel brake coaches like ‘3757’ were the backbone of local railway services around the turn of the 20th century. Passed down from the pre-Grouping companies into SR service, they remained in regular use even as newer, larger coaches took over on busier lines. Their simple design and small footprint made them ideal for quiet rural routes, where they often lingered well into the 1950s and 60s.

Once retired, many found new life—repurposed as sheds, huts, or chicken coops, and more recently, restored by preservation groups. Their enduring presence in railway heritage today is a testament to their humble reliability.

Enhance Your TT:120 Layout with a True Workhorse

Pair ‘3757’ with other Southern four-wheel coaches or mix it into a preserved railway consist for a scene full of character. It’s a versatile addition for anyone looking to model the unsung heroes of the railway—the vehicles that kept local services running day in and day out.

Now Available at The Model Centre

The Hornby TT:120 SR ‘3757’ Brake Coach is in stock now at TMC, the go-to shop for high-quality railway models and accessories. With limited availability, be sure to order yours today and add a vital piece of Southern Railway history to your collection.