Hornby Railways R.069 High Speed Train Inter-City 125 with 1977 Catalogue

[@rydermike33]

Hello Oscar. Very many thanks for another terrific video. Propelling the train with the powered car at the back is a real testiment to your trackwork. I'm sure if I tried it, it would end in tears! Great stuff.

[@oscarpaisley]

Thanks Mike glad you enjoyed seeing this set in action. Take care. Oscar

[@srduke]

I find it fascinating when you scroll through the catalogues. can we have more of this content please? Love watching your videos on a Sunday morning.

[@oscarpaisley]

Hi, thanks for watching it's great to hear you are enjoying the videos, there will be more catalogues to come. Take care. Oscar

[@NedPooleD818]

Hi Oscar, my first trip on an HST was in ‘76 to Swindon on a visit to the Works- I remember the lines of wrecked Westerns standing in the rusting sidings awaiting their fate, whilst small boys like me tried to get souvenirs! 125 mph was pretty amazing at the time and the ‘77 catalogue cover captured the excitement of the HST launch- I was always a bit worried about the health of the cows looking over the fence as they do seem very close! The Hornby HST was therefore a must for Xmas and Santa didn’t disappoint! The headlight mouldings never fitted correctly but if you are brave then a bit of filing will take off the flash and they will fit perfectly:-) Sadly after the initial excitement the widespread introduction of 125s resulted in the culling of all of our fave 45,46,47 and 50 hauled express trains and we hated the things in the end....the power bogie of my model was sacrificed to make a double motored Class 25 that could haul twenty coaches!! Great to see that the 125s are now being appreciated- they are iconic and the Hornby model was also way ahead of its time! Oh for a Tardis to revisit that Jubilee year again - a circle of track on the carpet, the lights dimmed to watch the 125 power round, a glass of Vimto plus the Sweeney on the telly in the background:-)) Thanks Oscar (as usual!)

[@oscarpaisley]

Good morning Ned, thanks for watching and taking the time to write this terrific comment, great time's. For some reason, I now have the image in mind of Regan and Carter having a few large Vimto's in the buffet car of an HST begrudgingly on the way to some far-flung city... I imagine heave smoking was also allowed. Take care. Oscar

[@nigelericogden3200]

In 1977 at age 13/14 I used to watch the actual HST’s whizzing through Hendon Station. Great nostalgia Oscar. Hope all’s well.

[@oscarpaisley]

Hi Nigel, I bet they sounded great! Thanks again take care. Oscar

[@petervance318]

Hi Oscar, great to see the HST on your new layout, it's a lovely looking train. The yellow on my 3-car set is much more mustardy ! I've just picked up a 1963 catalogue which interestingly shows the TT range (as well as the Lionel Science Series). I know little about TT so lots to study and admire. Thanks again, always great viewing.

[@oscarpaisley]

Good morning Peter I think the colours may have changed a little during the production runs I think the blues also shifted too especially with the coaches. The 1963 catalogue is one of the great ones it truly does show what a great range the company had. Thanks again take care. Oscar

[@MrSnooze]

Hello Oscar, a very good set of items. The HST looked the business running on your layout and handled the incline like it wasn't there. The catalogue is full of great things to consider. An absorbing video to watch. Best regards to you

[@oscarpaisley]

Good morning thank you Mr Snooze glad you enjoyed the video. It’s a great fun item to run on the railway and as you point out there are far too many tempting items in that catalogue! Take care. Oscar

[@pehess2495]

Hello Oscar, this HST is very beautiful, thank you! The catalog you are showing us is also a real gold mine! Have a great week and take care of yourself. Greetings from France. Philippe

[@oscarpaisley]

Hi Philippe thanks again for watching great to hear you enjoyed seeing the model 125 in action. I think that catalogue really is one of the best it’s just packed with things. Take care. Oscar

[@marcdempsey5850]

Good morning Oscar, Thankyou for a journey back in time to the second of my first trains. I still have my original HST which has been joined by two others over the years, they are such an iconic model and do bring such a smile to my face, I guess anyone’s face. It’s true about going through the hornby catalogs, you catch a glimpse of something you then add to the ever growing wish list. Look forward to next Sunday mornings video: All best Marc

[@oscarpaisley]

Good morning Marc, terrific to hear you still have your original HST you're right about the smile, great fun along with the ever-growing wish list! Take care. Oscar

[@andrewfanner2245]

The sound when coming down off the elevated section could only be described as magnificent! Everyone loves the HST.

[@oscarpaisley]

Good morning Andrew, I think your right it's quite addictive running these! Take care. Oscar

[@djdaz72]

Always wanted one of these but never owned one might have to buy one . Great video once again Oscar

[@gordontaylor1483]

Hi Oscar, Great HST video, lovely model. The 1977 catalogue is still tugging away at the wish list some half a century later, what are we like, all good stuff though. Take care.

[@oscarpaisley]

Good morning Gordon great to hear you enjoyed that I know what you mean about those catalogues! Take care Oscar

[@lewiscartwright3609]

Hi Oscar I have very fond memories of the Class 43 HST 125 . When I was a young lad I lived in Windsor and whenever we had a chance me and my mum went to catch the train from Windsor to London to go and see my dad when he was in the army I remember catching the train the 3 car unit that have speed restrictions and a HST 125's would zoom through the station towards London I remember sitting down on the Bench on the platform and A Class 43 would Zoom past and at that time I was only young and the sound and speed frightened me and the speed was that powerful i sat and watched as the train blew a Newspaper down to the other end of the platform or your hat would be down the far end of the platform if you weren't careful. Take care Oscar. Cheers. Lewis

[@oscarpaisley]

Hi Lewis glad you enjoyed seeing the models in action and thanks for sharing those memories it’s much appreciated. Take care. Oscar

[@lewiscartwright3609]

@@oscarpaisley MY pleasure Oscar Keep up the informative and inspiring videos. Take care Oscar .cheers. Lewis 👍

[@karlhudson1740]

Still got my HST train pack with three additional coaches which I got for Christmas in 1980 when I was 11years old. Still in good condition and still runs very well in 2023. You can't beat the sound of the silver seal wheels on your track work. Works well on nickel silver but still can catch you out on those diamond crossings and the odd ponts. I installed lighting in the coaches back then but soon removed as too much drag was created and speed reduced. Great video.

[@oscarpaisley]

I wasn't impressive group of items you've got Christmas 1980. Great to hear they still run well. take care. Oscar

[@tjfSIM]

It’s nice to see the original Hornby hst getting some attention! I remember in the early 80s desperately wanting one of these, and my parents bought me the newly released executive liveried one. I still have the power and dummy cars somewhere, and possibly some of the original ‘short’ mk3s 🙂

[@oscarpaisley]

Hi thanks for watching it must have been a great day getting your HST, terrific to hear you still have it. Take care. Oscar

[@shippydee145]

Hi Oscar, love how the layout is progressing, you must have hours of fun running trains around such a large layout. I always find it sad looking at the list of dealers in the old catalogues, I would think pretty much all of them are long gone..... Take care, Dave

[@oscarpaisley]

Hi Dave thanks again for watching glad you’re enjoying the videos it’s great fun running Trains around in the extra space this layout has provided. Hopefully a few little dealers have survived. Take care. Oscar

[@melplows1078]

Running late this week Oscar it is Queens birthday weekend some of the family came to stay just came back from dinner, good to see the 125 with all the coaches on went up the incline alright flue down the other side and a great catalogue thanks for agreat show all the best Mel nz

[@oscarpaisley]

Thanks Mel glad you enjoyed that she certainly did fly on the way down. Have a great week and take care. Oscar

[@stephenbourne4872]

Very rare to find the early HST power cars boxed Oscar. I think 77 was the last year the red station buildings was made. Great video as usual!

[@oscarpaisley]

Hi Stephen glad you enjoyed the video. I think your right the new range of buildings was quite extensive. Thanks again take care. Oscar

[@alexdrennan7654]

I can remember getting the hst set and just marvelling at that all the hornby catalogues

[@oscarpaisley]

Thanks for watching Alex, great things to look through those catalogues. Take care. Oscar

[@johnd8892]

Thanks Oscar. Bought one myself on my 1980 visit after travelling on them. Went for Joeuf scale length coaches though. One Hornby HST version that is very hard to find is the XPT version made for the Australian market. I have not seen one even in Australia. Lima version of the XPT soon outsold it. The XPT is still running in normal service in Australia but limited to 160 kph.

[@oscarpaisley]

Good morning John great to hear you’ve got the Lima version. I’ve seen one or two of those XPT sets for sale on eBay in the past couple of years with a very high price. Thanks again for watching and information. Oscar

[@medwaymodelrailway7129]

Nice update like it very much.

[@oscarpaisley]

Hi thanks it’s great to hear you enjoyed the video. Oscar

[@medwaymodelrailway7129]

@@oscarpaisley Thanks oscar

[@roystudds1944]

Great video as always Oscar. Sad that the HST’s are no more. I’ve got the swallow logo set and never dreamed it would be a “heritage “ item! Nice way to start a Sunday. Thanks, Roy.

[@oscarpaisley]

Good morning Roy great to hear you have the one in Swallow livery. Amazing models and terrific looking trains when seen and heard close up or cutting through the landscape in the distance. Thanks again take care. Oscar

[@paulcherrytrains3339]

I am 1 minute into this video and I want one. Great memories of travelling from Bristol TM to Paddington and to the West Country.

[@EsotericArctos]

The slightly poor fitment of the light lens seems to be common on this first generation of the HST under Honrby Railways. Mine is the same as well with that fitment. I fitted an upgrade for the lighting on mine to use LED lighting. The board slips in between the pins that the globes attach to and give directional red and white lights. :). I have a bit of a soft spot for this early HST 125, even if fit isn't great with some of the detail. I love the sound of the Ringfield motor and my coaches also have the Silver Seal wheels. :)

[@oscarpaisley]

Hi Brendan thanks for the information that sounds like an great upgrade. And I’m with you on the sound it’s just terrific on the track. Take care. Oscar

[@TheDaf95xf]

Hi 👋🏻 Oscar. What an appropriate video as EMR have just retired their HST fleet……..☹️ At least Scotland and GWR have kept some short sets 😆 I remember HSTs coming into service and displacing some of my favourite diesels. But over the years I got to like them 👍🏻 Now I’ve to fall in love with the Hitachi 800s lol 😆 Always fantastic watching your videos for some very happy childhood memories. Cheers Stevie 😎

[@oscarpaisley]

Thanks again Stevie glad you enjoyed that. Take care. Oscar

[@mytinplaterailway]

Your new layout really shows this off well. Lets it stretch it's legs.

[@oscarpaisley]

Good morning Ian it’s definitely great fun to let them run along the long stretches of track! Thanks again take care. Oscar

[@MrModelworx]

My first train set was R546 the Intercity 125 set. I have great memories of it including my late Dad making me a baseboard with card houses and other bits.

[@oscarpaisley]

Hi, thanks for watching and sharing your memories. Take care. Oscar

[@simonblake5563]

Wonderful as always Oscar

[@oscarpaisley]

Thanks Simon glad you enjoyed it take care. Oscar

[@Jimyjames73]

Do you Remember the Advert Oscar??? "This is the AGE of the Train - This is the AGEEE - OF THE TRAIN!!!"

[@clivecobbold6815]

Hi oscar another great video mate I still have my old hornby hsts on my one in blue/grey and one in intercity swallow livery but with the new hornby mk3 coaches or lima mk3 coaches my hsts power cars now have 5 pole motors in them now with Led lights in them stay safe and well mate goodbye for now clive in N.lreland

[@oscarpaisley]

Hi glad you enjoyed that Clive your HST’s sound great. Take care. Oscar

[@WS-1]

Hi Oscar , great to see you featuring these fine models on the layout ! Becoming available shortly after their real life counterparts entered squadron service , they must eventually have sold in huge numbers before ultimately being completely upgraded ( do we know the figure ? ) . They embodied the usual qualities of being both play worthy and durable . I note with interest that your examples still look resplendent .Despite some criticism around the compromise made on scaling .and issues in the push mode these were among the finest offerings of Hornby Railways .Many thanks for this feature .

[@oscarpaisley]

Good morning thanks William glad you enjoyed seeing his great models and action as you say they are definitely great to play with and still look good after all this time. Take care. Oscar

[@russellbenton2987]

The 125 is one of my favourites . I got mine in a set Christmas 1977 £19.95 I remember . Hornby quality wasnt great so it had broken down by Boxing Day . Back up to Argyle models where it had been bought from and the poor guy there was inundated with folk with same problem . He was going through his stock looking for power cars that worked so he could swap them . A good one was obtained . I liked the Mk3s but even then I knew they were too short so I got some correct length Joueff ones , later on supplemented by Lima TGS and Buffet . I first saw the real thing in 1979 at Berwick upon Tweed and loved them . Completely different sound from what I’d imagined with the scream of the Valentas accelerating out the station . A truly impressive train . At one time BR ran more trains at 125mph than any other country in the world , including Japan . Happy memories . They have been a favourite ever since .

[@oscarpaisley]

Good morning Russell great story about your experience with your new Hornby 125 for Christmas in 77 and seeing the real thing for the first time. Both have become iconic items, thanks for sharing. Take care. Oscar

[@foxhillrailway2252]

thanks Oscar that was a great episode👍🏻

[@oscarpaisley]

Thanks again for taking the time to watch it’s great to hear you’re enjoying the videos. Take care. Oscar

[@timsmith8189]

What I find intriguing is Richard Lines knew he was on a winner when they bought Rovex as it appealed to both children and adults alike. And despite the history of associated financial problems Hornby still does even now. His legacy is genius. ( By the way your layout is far more interesting to operate than digital it's more fun ) 🚂🚃🚃🚃🚃🚃

[@paulosman3369]

Hallo oscar Enjoyed the blue /grey era start to the video, it is amazing how long the h.s.t has been going and just how many others have made it at some time or another. The only problem i found with mine is if you put just to much oil on the gears it tends to flick down on to the traction tyres. I have now gone on to a thicker greace to eliminate this and it seems to work. Keep it going nice look through the catalogue. Regards Paul osman

[@oscarpaisley]

Good morning Paul glad you enjoy the video it really is a terrific model very much of its time especially the livery. Thanks for the info on the grease. Take care. Oscar

[@joshuagoodfellow1719]

Hello Oscar. Love the HST i must get one! Please review the little train set that would make an interesting video

[@oscarpaisley]

Thanks, Joshua, I will get around to it at some point. Thanks again for watching. Take care. Oscar

[@mangleytown]

Just goes to show that even the early produced ones can still be going 40 years later 😀

[@keithdoherty8809]

The original HST and Hornby Mk3 coach a full frame too short on the prototype traction tyres and would still derail in push mode

[@RightWing1]

I never understood why Hornby released the 7 window Mk3 instead of the correct length frame

[@greenslider]

That was the avatar of cool, the year in fronted thr Hornby Catalogue...which was a yearly acquisition of considerable interest every Chrismas

[@davidstrains4910]

A brilliant set of items there Oscar I have a few of these myself but just in different liveries, one of the is the original blue like the one you have their and another one is in the later swallow livery which is my personal favourite livery, both of my hornby HSTs have had LED lights fitted to them the blue one was done by me but the swallow one was done by the previous owner I really like the shorter mk3 coaches I have a full set of them for my swallow HST version but only 2 Lima mk3s for my original blue and grey HST

[@oscarpaisley]

Good morning David great to hear enjoyed seeing these items in action they’re a lovely set I think. It sounds like you have a great collection yourself of HST sets. Thanks again take care. Oscar

[@trainsontuesday]

Although only a 4 car set, your HST looked just right on your layout. Impressively smooth running, it handled the elevated section very well. I think the HST is my all time favourite, not so much the Hornby model but the real thing. I knew the Hornby model was undersized so I bought the full scale Lima version. I powered both ends and gradually built up a 2+8 set. I absolutely love the model. I have that same 1977 catalogue, it is a favourite too. As you looked through it and pointed out the B&D drill on the layout construction page I had to wonder if Hornby needed permission or had to pay royalties to use the B&D image. Regards, David.

[@johnd8892]

Or perhaps B&D helped Hornby in some way to spur sales of their products to those building a railway. Early valuable product placement.

[@oscarpaisley]

Good morning David it’s great to hear you have the Lima version of the HST. Bet it looks great on the Highland Valley Railway and terrific fun to drive as well I imagine. And as you say the real thing is an amazing looking machine and an amazing looking site when it was seen running through the landscape. Interesting thought about the Black & Decker it was quite a household name in the UK at the time. Thanks again take care. Oscar

[@RobA500]

Nice looking HST and still runs very well. I have one in the BR Swallow livery but need some more coaches.I had to do a motor upgrade in mine as the original burnt out after a well worn brush jammed it up, I did get it working again but it was very slow and sluggish. The light lenses on mine don't fit all that well either, I believe Hornby changed to the Lima tooling after their buy out so the lights look better. It's possible the railroad version still uses the same tooling but they have at least updated for the main range.

[@oscarpaisley]

Good morning Rob, great to hear you have one thank you for the information. It's amazing how long some of the tooling has gone on to be used. Take care. Oscar

[@robertmarsh3588]

I can still remember when this catalogue and the HST were new. My closest school friend loved the HST and had the new set when it came out. The main issue with the Hornby model was that the coaches were too short and had 7 windows not 8. I had a new blue 25 247 from 1977. Loved its illuminated headcodes. It is still in the loft somewhere together with many other boxes full of rolling stock, most unopened since new.

[@oscarpaisley]

Good morning Robert thanks for watching, the cover of the 1977 catalogue when these models came out really was something. Great to hear you have some of these items still in your collection. Take care. Oscar

[@andywalker6]

Hi Oscar, I love your videos, All the Triang and Hornby rolling stock is great nostalgia. One small comment is that the first class coaches should be coupled together and separated from 2nd class by the buffet car.

[@oscarpaisley]

Good morning Andrew thanks again for watching and the information glad you’re enjoying the videos. Take care. Oscar

[@doloresmyatt9737]

hi Oscar, with this new layout have you moved away from the triang era and into the hornby era.

[@adriancartlidge4018]

Great video.

[@oscarpaisley]

Glad you enjoyed it Adrian. Thanks for watching. Oscar

[@gerardburton3741]

Hi Oscar, Just noticed in the bottom picture of the HST in the catalogue that the coupling hook is missing from the lower driving car model. Shows how much the staff must have played with it. Funny what you see...... :) Also as to the NE B12, There are a couple for sale on Ebay at the moment. This looks like a nice one 'Tri-ang R.150 Class B12/3 4-6-0 Loco NE Black 7476, boxed with instructions' with a buy it now price of £43.00. Do a search for the description I have posted. Sorry I still cannot post links.

[@oscarpaisley]

Hi Gerard, great fun these HST models and thanks for the information. Take care. Oscar

[@stevelomas4119]

Oscar explained in the video about the coupling and how they never came with a hook...what part of that did you not understand ?

[@johngibson4641]

Hi Oscar ,, i recently aquired 2 of these hornby hst 125's as in a driver and a dummy set of power cars set. I noticed that there is no tow hooks on either the power car or the dummy car. So is this how they were made as there dosent seem to be any places for the to hooks to go on anyware. Any info would be much appreciated. Cheers from John in Australia.

[@oscarpaisley]

Good morning John great to hear you got the HST Power and Dummy set I'm sure that the way they came from the factory! my set also does not have the hooks I think it was Hornby's way of ensuring you purchased at least one coach. On the window of the box, I have there is a yellow/orange sticker which has the words in caps "UNITS ARE INTENDED FOR USE WITH INTERMEDIATE VEHICLES" printed on it. Hope this information helps, thanks for watching. Take care. Oscar

[@johngibson4641]

@@oscarpaisleyThanks heaps Oscar , its good to know as i bought some some carriages anfewmmionthsmago,frommmelbourne and england & turns out they are hst 125 cariages umm i think , i thought i been short changed but seems like a horby thing haha

[@johnd8892]

Sold well initially as it was the only HST available. The Hornby model took quite a hit in sales when the Lima version became available a few years later. Even Hornby have dumped their old tooling in preference to the Lima tooling they now own for the cheapest versions. So perhaps not the finest product that Hornby could make at the time with the numerous problems many encountered. Quite a story of the rise of Lima. I eventually bought a Lima version after seeing a new power car with a series of markdowns to near give away price. From swap meets I eventually built up a full train with scale length coaches. I was amazed at how well it performed soon building up to running flat out in push or pull mode on my clubs layout for an open day. Full length train of scale length Lima coaches. Near stock apart from fitting Fleischman traction tyres glued on as advised by my local hobby shop. A secret to getting much better performance from Lima with traction tyres.

[@oscarpaisley]

Good morning John, Lima must have been quit an annoyance for Hornby at the time. Thanks for the information especially about the traction Tyers, a great idea. Take care Oscar

[@iant5645]

Have you thought about using a H&M 3000 controller from the early 1980s had feedback to control the loco speed up and down inclines great piece of analoge kit and still period correct for your railway

[@oscarpaisley]

Hi Ian that’s an interesting idea I think they’re fairly rare items now. Thanks for watching take care. Oscar

[@anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204]

good update

[@oscarpaisley]

Thanks again. Stay safe. Oscar

[@stuartmenzies3928]

beautiful

[@rileytomo11]

COOOOOOOOL!!!!!!

[@andrewhead6267]

A fabulous 40 year old toy. Looks great snaking around the curves. Great performance too dealing with the incline. Was that price ticket reflecting the roaring inflation of the early 1980s or a sale? My money is on the former. The HST is a reminder of the real trains i remember. Must get one!

[@oscarpaisley]

Thanks Andrew glad you enjoyed that, they are great fun items. Take care. Oscar

[@neil0131]

I still run the HST 125 which Santa brought for our son in 1982 or so. I like your uncoupling tool but can't find one on ebay. Where did you buy it?

[@oscarpaisley]

Hi great to hear you still have your sons HST, it must have great memories with it. The uncoupling tool R.160 is a terrific item it came from tri-angman.co.uk a few years ago. There is a similar item (HMA 1957) at this link. littletrainshop.com.au/hma-1957-hand-de-coupler-for-tension-lock-couplers/ Thank for watching take care. Oscar

[@richardjellis9186]

4.25... "Puts a smile on your face"... And a bulge 'somewhere' else.!🤣!. I FONDLY remember opening my first Hornby box.!🥰!. And all the other smaller box's in the following years. Tho, waiting for my once a year birthday and xmas's, seemed to take FOREVER.!😭🤣!. LOVE THE VIDEOS🥰. KEEP 'em COMING🥰🥰. RICH 🥰🥰🥰.

[@oscarpaisley]

Hi Rich, yes it always seemed to be such a painful wait. But what joy when those days arrived. Thanks for watching it’s great to hear you’re enjoying the videos. Take care. Oscar