A Little Engine with a Legendary Spirit – 'Britomart' Returns!

Second Production Run Now Open for Orders

Due to phenomenal demand, we're thrilled to reintroduce a fan favourite: the Bachmann Narrow Gauge OO9 Scale model of ‘Britomart’, a charming Quarry Hunslet steam locomotive resplendent in its striking Pen-yr-Orsedd Quarry Blue livery. Now available for pre-order in its second production run—don't miss your chance to own this pint-sized powerhouse.

Though it measures just 58mm over the couplings—barely larger than a 9V battery—‘Britomart’ is packed with detail and engineering prowess. With a diecast boiler and running plate, the model boasts an array of separately fitted features including fine handrails, valves, brake shoes, and a fully decorated cab interior. The 0-4-0ST wheel arrangement, powered by a coreless motor with flywheel, delivers smooth, quiet performance, and it’s DCC-readywith a 6-pin decoder socket. NEM coupling pockets complete the picture, making it fully compatible with OO9 rolling stock.

Model Highlights:

• Bachmann Narrow Gauge OO9 Scale

• Preserved Locomotive – Era 6

• Beautiful Pen-yr-Orsedd Quarry Blue livery

• Named ‘Britomart’

• Powerful Coreless Motor with Flywheel

• Authentic 0-4-0ST wheel formation

• 6 Pin DCC Decoder Socket

• Intricately detailed and painted cab interior

• Compact 58mm length (over couplings)

• NEM Coupling Pockets

Exclusive Details in This Version:

• Early-type enclosed cab with Ffestiniog Railway roof modification

• Vacuum brakes fitted

• Angled frames for quarry incline clearance

• Ramsbottom safety valves

• Twin smokebox-mounted lubricators

• Piston access holes in front bufferbeam

• Wrap-around tank handrail & riveted tank

• Blower supply on the right-hand side

• Optional toolbox & lamp brackets

• Cab-front-mounted whistle and backhead injectors

Meet the Real ‘Britomart’: A Quarry Veteran Turned Preservation Star

Delivered in 1899 from the Hunslet Engine Company in Leeds, ‘Britomart’ was the first of three Quarry Hunslets built for the Pen-yr-Orsedd Quarry in the Nantlle Valley. Named after a heroine from Edmund Spenser’s "The Faerie Queene", she served faithfully for over six decades before being rescued by a passionate group of Ffestiniog Railway workers and volunteers.

In 1965, ‘Britomart’ found new life on the Ffestiniog Railway, returning to steam in 1966. Her gleaming blue livery, inspired by the Great Northern Railway of Ireland, makes her a standout among preserved narrow gauge engines. She remains in operational condition today, delighting visitors and railway enthusiasts from around the world.

Bring Home a True Narrow Gauge Icon

Whether you're building a heritage railway layout or expanding your OO9 collection, ‘Britomart’ is a must-have. With her storybook name, vivid livery, and top-tier detailing, this model captures both the charm and hard-working heart of narrow gauge history.

Pre-order now and let this little legend take pride of place on your layout—while supplies last!