Today (Friday 3rd July 2026) marks 88 years  since the LNER Class A4 4-6-2 steam locomotive made its now legendary run down Stoke Bank, achieving 126mph  and becoming the world's fastest steam loco - a record never to be surpassed! 

We thought we'd celebrate this momentous record  and phenomenal piece of British engineering  today by showcasing our diverse range of LNER Class A4 and Mallard related models and paraphernalia! 

As one of the world's most iconic, beautiful and fastest steam locomotives - it surely deserves a place somewhere within your collection!

If you're looking for the ULTIMATE Class A4 experience, then look no further than our EXCLUSIVE range of Dapol Black Label models in OO Gauge! A curated selection of names and liveries are available charting much of the history of this storied class.The Black Label models feature full diecast construction, working headlamps, firebox flicker, DCC Sound pre-fitted, a powerful mechanism and even working steam effects.

DCC Sound & Steam: £399

Also currently available in OO Gauge is this incredible value LNER Class A4 'Mallard'  from Hornby, produced as part of their robust ' Railroad' range. This model comes complete with DCC Sound pre-fitted and is currently in stock at a whopping 45% off RRP while stocks last.Alternatively the model is also available DCC Ready for just £84.50. As part of our bargain range, we also have a model of the iconic "Flying Scotsman" available at the same great low prices.

DCC Ready: £84.50 • DCC Sound: £109.50

Get started on a whole new model railway adventure with Hornby's "Record Breaker" train set which includes the iconic Mallard (shown here in BR Express blue livery) along with three BR crimson & cream liveried Gresley coaches. Of course the set also includes everything else you need to get up and running including a loop of track, siding, controller and power adapter!

Train Set: £214.99

OO Gauge not quite your scene? Looking for something smaller? Well we've got you covered with Dapol's latest batch of N Gauge Class A4s including " Mallard" in the demure LNER Wartime black livery, " Kestrel" in the unusual LNER green with black front and a lovely little train pack with " Dominion of New Zealand".

Single Locos from £149.50 • Train Packs from £221.95

Pair your N Gauge LNER A4 with one of Rapido's newly tooled LNER Dynamometer Cars in N Gauge! This striking Teak panelled vehicle was used to record Mallard's record breaking runs and can still be seen in preservation at the National Railway Museum. Multiple liveries and conditions are available covering the full lifespan of the coach - including some liveries that are EXCLUSIVE to us here at Rails.

from £84.95 each

From our smallest model of ' Mallard' to our BIGGEST! We currently have this unbelievable Kingscale Gauge 3 model of "Mallard" available in it's LNER garter blue guise with record breaking plaque fitted. This beautiful miniature locomotive is gas-fired and is presented here in as-new boxed condition. It comes with a 12 month warranty certificate and truly is the ultimate way to celebrate this iconic locomotive at your own home.

Preowned: £5,495

We have a massive range of other LNER Class A4 locomotives available preowned via our eBay store including all sorts of eras, scales and liveries - including some of the sought after Hattons O Gauge models, sold-out and sought after Bachmann/ Hornby OO Gauge and more. We also have some ACE Trains Coarse Scale O Gauge models too.

Prices Vary - Shop Now!

Our EXCLUSIVE ModelU full-colour 3D printed LNER Class A4 crew figurines  are in stock now! Bring some additional realism to your new A4 with these incredibly detailed figures - which are suitable for both our Dapol Black Label models and the Hornby ones too!

Pack of 2 Figures: £12.95

Finally, show your love for one of the world's greatest steam locomotives with a range of amazing merchandise from our friends at the National Railway Museum, which we have specially available at our flagship and Sheffield station stores now! These items aren't available online so you'll have to come and see us to grab some.