Hornby R30071 OO Scale Scotrail Class 153 153380 - Era 11 (2021 Release)**
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Free Shipping:
Free freight applies to the following online orders:
Orders over $250.00
Orders that exclude items marked "Oversize"
Orders that exclude items marked "Dangerous"
- Shipping cost will be automatically calculated on checkout.
- Orders will be shipped via Australia Post, Star Track, TNT or Toll IPEC.
- Insurance may be requested on parcels at an additional cost per consignment. Hobbytech will not be held responsible for any losses or damages caused by chosen freight forwarder. All disputes must be taken up with the freight forwarder directly.
- No deliveries will be done outside of Australia.
- By placing your order on the hobbytech website or via e-mail/telephone/website you accept all the shipping terms listed above.
30 Day Returns Policy
30 Day Returns Policy
Warranty/ Faulty: Refund or Exchange
If you are having trouble with any of your purchases, and suspect it could be a warranty issue, then please email or phone us to go through your item's history of use and background. We are very reasonable when it comes to faults, and will try and resolve any concerns you have as quickly and painlessly as possible.
Each product is covered by the respective manufacturers warranty policy and some products may have individual components that are covered by separate warranties and time frames. We do not offer any additional product warranties outside the manufacturer’s warranty.
Please discuss any warranty concerns with us before sending the items back to avoid any confusion and unnecessary costs. We will generally require you to send photos of the product with your purchase details for an initial assessment and we will go from there.
Postage costs will be at the returner’s expense and refunded if the product is proven to be covered by warranty.
If the product is required to be sent back to our suppliers for assessment, we will cover this cost.
We will always try to resolve any warranty concerns as quickly as possible, where any delay is incurred we will communicate this to you.
- A warranty refers to any new product which has a manufacturing defect or a major failure within a reasonable period.
- If the warranty relates to a minor failure then we may replace, repair or refund the item.
- On assessment if the product is deemed as having a major failure, the customer can decide whether they would like a replacement, repair or refund.
- A warranty does not apply to any wear and tear on a product, crash damage or a product being used outside it’s intended use.
For further information, please refer to https://www.accc.gov.au/consumers/consumer-rights-guarantees/repair-replace-refund
Posting Returns
When sending items back for exchange, refund, repair or warranty assessment please post to our main office at the following address:
Hobbytech Toys
18/276 Leach Highway
Myaree
WA
6154
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Description
The origins of the Class 153 date back to 1990, when British Rail needed replacements for its ageing fleet of Class 121 and 122 “Bubble Car” diesel railcars for use on the quiet Cornish, Welsh, North-Western, Norfolk and Lincolnshire branch lines, as well as augmenting rural two car units. Originally built as a two-car Class 155 “Super Sprinter” by British Leyland between 1987 and 1988, using a construction technique similar to that used in the Pacers, pre-formed panels were riveted together, creating a lightweight body on a welded floor assembly. Introduction was rapid, but teething troubles with the door mechanisms soon emerged, consequently the fleet was taken out of use and modified, with the Class 156 units taking over the duties.
The conversion to Class 153 was carried out by Hunslet-Barclay at Kilmarnock between 1991 and 1992, with 70 vehicles being produced. The layout of the original non-cab ends was different from the original cab end, so the ends are noticeably distinct with the vehicles not being symmetrical. Powered by a 285hp Cummins NT855-R5 Diesel, working through a Voith Hydraulic transmission, the maximum speed of a Class 153 is 75 mph, making it perfectly suited for small cross-country services. They are fitted with standard BSI auto-couplers, allowing them to work in tandem with other multiple units from the 14X and 15X Classes fitted with the same coupler, as well as newer units like the Class 170. In 2019/2020, five former GWR 153s moved from Northern to Abellio ScotRail for use on the West Highland Line attached to Class 156s as ‘active travel’ carriages. These units have had their interiors heavily modified to carry up to 20 bicycles, along with large bags and sports equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does order processing take?
Most orders received before 14:00 are shipped out the same day.
How long will it take to receive my order?
Depending on where you are located - Standard shipping normally takes 3-5 days.
Where is Hobbytech Toys Located?
Hobbytech Toys is located at Unit 18, 276 Leach Highway, Myaree, Western Australia, 6154
Store Opening Hours
Hobbytech Toys is Open Monday - Saturday 09:00 -17:00 & Sunday + Most Public Holidays 11:00 - 17:00.
We are closed on New Years Day, Australia Day, Anzac Day & Christmas Day.
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