Locomotion Models re-run of Stirling Single No.1

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Locomotion Models announce re-release of one of their most popular models to date —the GNR Stirling Single No.1 in Museum Condition, produced by Rapido Trains UK.

 

The Great Northern Railway 4-2-2 No.1 was designed by Patrick Stirling and built at Doncaster in 1870. If remains the only example from the Stirling Single class of locomotives to be preserved. GNR Stirling Single No.1 is part of the National Collection and can currently be seen at the National Railway Museum in York.

This exclusive model from Locomotion Models is available in standard DCC Ready and DCC Sound Fitted at £249.95 and £349.95 respectively and can be reserved with a deposit on Locomotion Models’ website today, with delivery expected in Winter 2024. Don't miss out, secure your model today to avoid disappointment.

In 1866, Patrick Stirling, renowned for his role as Superintendent of the Glasgow and South Western Railway, assumed a pivotal position at Doncaster. Facing the demand for engines on newly established routes across the country, Stirling engineered locomotives prioritizing power and speed. Fuelled by the need to conquer steep gradients on the main GNR line between York and London, Stirling's designs rivalled those of the Midland Railway and L&NWR in the Races to
the North. In a bold move in 1868, he borrowed a single-wheeler from the Great Eastern Railway. Following this, he built two 2-2-2 engines with 7ft 1in wheels. This initiative led to the creation of the iconic Stirling 8ft 4-2-2 engines at Doncaster until 1895, with the prototype, GNR locomotive 1, completing an impressive 32,000 miles within its first 8 months of service.

Stirling's innovative mechanical features, including a strategic repositioning of the bogie centre, proved an immediate success. Over the span of 1870 to 1895, a total of 53 locomotives bore witness to his engineering prowess. When GNR 1 retired in 1907 after covering 1.404.663 miles. it marked the end of an era.

Preserved initially with a smaller Sturrock tender, a significant reunion occurred in 2014 when the original Stirling Single tender, previously found derelict near Peterborough. was united with the locomotive. A testament to Stirling's enduring influence on railway history.

Our highly detailed OO Gauge GNR Stirling Single No.1 —Museum Condition model, is being produced exclusively for Locomotion Models by Rapido Trains UK. The model has been designed by Rapido using a combination of archival materials and drawings, state-of-the-art laser 3D scanning techniques and CAD applications, ensuring its accuracy.

Stuart Brown, Retail & Models Team Leader said, “The first run of Stirling Single in 2015 remains one of Locomotion Models’ most popular releases and the most requested model for re-release, so we are pleased to be partnering with Rapido again to produce a second run of the locomotive.”

Andrew Hardy, Rapido Trains UK General Manager said, “We are excited to once again be working with our friends at Locomotion Mode!s to re-release the much requested Stirling Single. It has been one of our most requested items and it has been particularly hard to keep this project a secret over the last few months with all the requests and emails!”.