This is the Hornby Dublo EDL1 "Sir Nigel Gresley" LNER Class A4 in Garter Blue, originally issued by Meccano, Liverpool between 1938 to 1949. This version was mainly issued in Sets, hence it is shown in a "Hobby Box" for display purposes, and for any re-supply.

This version has the following features, to determine it from the more common versions that you may still see today.

• Running number 4498
• Pre-war red shaded lettering
• Square Ended nameplates
• Post-war metal tender coupling  
• Horseshoe magnet type

A UNIQUE EXAMPLE FROM HORNBY DUBLO THAT HAS SURVIVED OVER THE PAST  YEARS!