OO RailRoad Hart and Weaver Ltd Class 3F "Jinty" No. 5

Featuring:

• Industrial Tank Engine: OO scale model of the LMS Class 3F “Jinty”, widely used for shunting and short-distance freight work.
• Private Owner Livery: Finished in distinctive Hart and Weaver Ltd industrial colours, ideal for factory or dockyard layouts.
• Compact Shunter Design: 0-6-0T wheel arrangement allows reliable operation on tight curves and smaller layouts.
• OO Gauge Compatibility: Designed for 1:76 scale layouts with standard OO track systems and couplings.

Finished Model Dimensions (Approximate):

• Length: 12 cm
• Width: 3.5 cm
• Height: 5 cm

Technical Specifications:

• Scale: OO (1:76)
• Prototype: LMS Class 3F “Jinty” Tank Locomotive
• Number: No. 5
• Wheel Arrangement: 0-6-0T
• Material: Injection-moulded plastic with metal components
• Assembly: Ready-to-run
• Paint/Glue: Not required
• Power Requirement: OO gauge compatible track system
• Recommended Age: 14+
• Couplings: Standard OO couplings

Perfect for: OO scale railway modellers building industrial scenes, shunting yards, or compact layouts requiring reliable small locomotives.

Why this locomotive matters

The LMS Class 3F “Jinty” was one of Britain’s most versatile and widely used tank engines, introduced in the 1920s for shunting and light freight duties. Their compact size and strong pulling power made them ideal for busy yards, collieries, and industrial railways.

Many Jinties found second lives in private industrial service after withdrawal from British Railways, making liveries like Hart and Weaver Ltd representative of real-world industrial operations.

This model reflects the essential role of small tank engines in keeping Britain’s rail freight and industrial systems moving.

How to use it

Place on OO gauge track and operate in shunting duties, yard movements, or short freight runs. Ideal for tight-radius layouts and industrial sidings.

No assembly, paint, or glue is required.

This is a detailed OO scale model. It is not a toy and is not recommended for children.