Step Back in Time with a Classic Commuter Coach

Hornby TT:120 LB&SCR '882' Third Class Four-Wheel Coach – Now Available from TMC

Add a slice of Victorian-era railway charm to your layout with the Hornby TT4056 LB&SCR Third Class Four-Wheel Coach, available now at The Model Centre (TMC). Painted in the deep, rich brown of the London, Brighton & South Coast Railway, this charming coach proudly displays the iconic round LB&SCR crest with coach number ‘882’ at its heart.

A faithful recreation of the modest yet essential carriages that once served the bustling suburbs of London and the quiet lanes of the countryside, this four-wheel coach captures the essence of late 19th to early 20th-century travel. Before bogie coaches became the standard, vehicles like these were the everyday workhorses of the railway network.

Model Features:

• Hornby TT:120 Scale

• Rich LB&SCR brown livery with accurate crest detailing

• Coach number ‘882’

• Realistic four-wheel configuration

• Highly detailed mouldings and finishes

• Perfect for both mainline and branch line settings

A Coach with Character and History

Originally introduced by Britain’s pre-Grouping companies, these four-wheelers were widely used until the arrival of larger, more comfortable bogie coaches. As they aged, many found themselves reassigned to rural outposts, serving quiet lines where passengers were few and budgets tight.

Some remained in railway use well into the 1950s and ‘60s, especially on lightly trafficked branch lines. After retirement, many coach bodies were sold to private individuals—becoming everything from garden sheds and summer houses to chicken coops. Today, thanks to this humble afterlife, a surprising number survive and have been lovingly restored by railway preservationists.

Add Authenticity to Your Heritage or Branch Line Layout

Whether you're recreating a bustling Edwardian station scene or the sleepy rural charm of a 1950s branch line, the TT4056 coach adds a touch of authenticity and nostalgia to your setup. Its compact size and rich detailing make it a standout piece in any TT:120 collection.

Get Yours Today from The Model Centre

The LB&SCR '882' Third Class Coach is available now from TMC, your trusted source for quality railway models and accessories. Stock is limited—order now to avoid missing out on this beautifully detailed nod to Britain’s railway past.