BR InterCity Class 43 HST Pack Power Cars W43001 and W43002 Era 7 Officially the fastest diesel trains in the world, the High Speed Trains were introduced to the western region of British Rail in 1976, operating 125mph services between Paddington and Bristol/South Wales. The original Inter-City 125 livery of yellow wrap-around ends, with the Rail Blue design being cut diagonally with grey towards the back of the loco, lasted into the early 1980s. Length: 2 x 235mm DCC Type: DCC Ready Period: Era 7 (1971 - 1986) Operator/Livery: BR InterCity, Blue/Grey/Yellow Class: Class 43 HST Pack Designer: Sir Kenneth Grange Entered Service: 1978 Minimum Curve: R2 Age Suitability: 3+ Motor: 5 Pole Skew Wound Wheel Configuration: Bo-Bo Our Hornby RailRoad collection provides a perfect entry into the exciting world of 00 gauge railway modelling. Designed to be less easily damaged, yet maintaining attractive detailing and accurate liveries, the range is ideal for both the younger enthusiast and experienced modeller.