The train includes a 4-6-2 "Flying Scotsman" locomotive, two composite coaches, and a brake coach It is operated using the R8250 train controller provided. The track circuit sits easily on the 1600 x 1180 mm MidiMat included, and by adding Hornby track it can soon be developed into a very effective model railway layout. The gift of a Hornby train set is the gateway to a whole new experience, a world of model railways where nostalgia is shared between generations and new memories are forged. Hornby is a household name and is famous as an international brand LEADER in the model railway hobby. Comes with everything needed to run the train right out of the box This train set is OO scale while the track can also run HO scale. The set is electric and comes with a US Transformer that plugs directly into the wall. Starting in 1862, the unofficially named 'Flying Scotsman' route operated between the capitals of Scotland and England as a passenger steam locomotive. In 1928, the official Class A1 4-6-2 steam locomotive for London and North Eastern Railway introduced R4472 'The Flying Scotsman'. Cutting the travel time down from 10 1/2 hours down to just a little over 8 hours. The original train has been restored back to its glory days with an occasional memorial run, bringing out fans from all over reminding us of the crowned jewel this locomotive has always been.