LNER P2

[Chuffinell]

I have the Hornby "C**k O The North" LNER loco, but did they ever produce a P2 model variant with the streamlined A4-style front? Seem to remember talk of it at the time of the release of "CotN"

[Bigmet]

No, but. The chassis block casting is profiled to take the Bugatti front end treatment, so presumably it is 'in the bank' for future exploitation, but not for a few years yet, what with the present cornucopia of large LNER types on the way. Alternatively there are plenty of A4 body shells available for a DIY 'nose job'.

[RAF96]

This guy has...
http://www.britishrailwaystories.com/20 ... aking.html

[Bigmet]

No, but. The chassis block casting is profiled to take the Bugatti front end treatment, so presumably it is 'in the bank' for future exploitation, but not for a few years yet...

What do I know? Hornby have a newly tooled streamlined P2 in their 2021 announcement. So for any that don't fancy the DIY job, start saving now...

[Bigmet]

Latest Hornby Engine shed with renders of the initial tranche of P2s (there's a whole lot of other stuff too!)

https://uk.hornby.com/community/blog-an ... UnZkfmhvJ8

My only question for Hornby is will the streamlined version be produced in BR late crest lined brunswick green (alternative history territory). I am prepared to add the 9MT rating to the cab side sheets myself...