Pre-owned Hornby R.173 0-4-0 Tank Locomotive - GWR "150" Anniversary Edition (OO Scale)

🚨 PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE DESCRIPTION BEFORE PURCHASING! 🚨 This listing is for a pre-owned OO Scale Hornby R.173 0-4-0 Tank Locomotive, specially produced in striking Great Western Railway (GWR) green livery. This unique industrial tank engine features the running number 101 and custom side-tank lettering to commemorate the historic 150th anniversary of the Great Western Railway. Please review the running status and condition notes detailed below before placing your order: Historical Context: The GWR 150 Celebrations The year 1985 marked exactly 150 years since the founding of the Great Western Railway in 1835. To celebrate "GWR 150", British Rail and various preservation societies launched massive national celebrations. This included spectacular steam cavalcades, open days at historic depots like Swindon Works and Didcot, and a series of high-profile mainline steam excursions across the old Western Region network. Hornby released this special R.173 locomotive in 1985 to let model railway enthusiasts bring a piece of this historic celebration to their own home layouts. Item Condition: The Locomotive: The model is in Good condition. The commemorative GWR green paintwork, yellow lining, and special "150" markings remain bright, crisp, and intact. Mechanical Status: The engine runs OK and features Hornby's classic, reliable pocket-sized motor design. It is track-ready and perfect for shunting duties or introducing younger operators to the hobby. The Packaging: Comes supplied in its original Hornby window box, which shows some typical age-related marks, light scuffs, and shelf wear from long-term storage. Sold exactly as shown in the photos. Please study the high-resolution listing pictures carefully to satisfy yourself regarding the overall cosmetic quality before checking out!