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product_id: 253198518
title: "Hornby Electric Train Set - R1253T The Beatles Yellow Submarine - OO Gauge Train Starter Sets, Adult Vintage Trains, Small Hobby Model for Adults - with Tracks, MidiMat, Connecting Track, Controller"
brand: "hornby"
price: "238809CFA"
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reviews_count: 13
category: "Hornby"
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# Smooth Analog Electric Control Authentic Beatles Yellow Submarine Livery 00 Gauge Precision Scale Hornby Electric Train Set - R1253T The Beatles Yellow Submarine - OO Gauge Train Starter Sets, Adult Vintage Trains, Small Hobby Model for Adults - with Tracks, MidiMat, Connecting Track, Controller

**Brand:** hornby
**Price:** 238809CFA
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚂 Ride the wave of nostalgia with the Beatles’ Yellow Submarine—where vintage charm meets modern hobby mastery!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Hornby Electric Train Set - R1253T The Beatles Yellow Submarine - OO Gauge Train Starter Sets, Adult Vintage Trains, Small Hobby Model for Adults - with Tracks, MidiMat, Connecting Track, Controller by hornby
- **How much does it cost?** 238809CFA with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/253198518-hornby-electric-train-set-r1253t-the-beatles-yellow-submarine-oo)

## Best For

- hornby enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted hornby brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Complete Starter Set:** Includes tracks, controller, and connecting pieces—everything to launch your hobby instantly.
- • **Legacy of Excellence:** From Hornby, the UK’s model railway leader for over 100 years, trusted by enthusiasts worldwide.
- • **Iconic Beatles Design:** Stand out with the legendary Yellow Submarine livery that’s a collector’s dream.
- • **User-Friendly Analog Controller:** Effortless speed and direction control perfect for beginners and pros alike.
- • **Precision OO Gauge Craftsmanship:** Experience museum-quality detail and realistic train operation in a compact scale.

## Overview

The Hornby R1253T Eurostar The Beatles Yellow Submarine Electric Train Set is a meticulously crafted OO gauge model featuring authentic Beatles-themed livery, smooth analog electric control, and a complete starter oval track. Designed for both beginners and seasoned hobbyists, this set combines Hornby’s century-long legacy of precision engineering with a visually striking collectible that brings iconic railway history and pop culture into your home.

## Description

The R1253T Eurostar The Beatles Yellow Submarine Analog Electric Train Set HO Track OO scale train set by Hornby offers an exquisite model railway experience, perfect for both novice enthusiasts and seasoned collectors. Eurostar's first use of the Class 373 for an external agency marketing campaign took place in September 1999 when the Sets 3005/3006 were transformed with a vinyl wrap that recreated scenes from The Beatles' film 'Yellow Submarine'. . The locomotive is a stunning representation of the original, boasting authentic livery, realistic detailing, and superior craftsmanship that Hornby is celebrated for. Hornby is known for its commitment to quality and precision, ensuring each model train set for adults is an accurate and durable model. Eurostar The Beatles Yellow Submarine Analog Electric Train Set HO Track train set for adults hobby set exemplifies this dedication, with features such as a powerful motor for smooth operation, finely detailed bodywork, and high-quality construction materials. This model train OO and HO scale compatible set is designed to be both user-friendly and highly detailed, making it accessible to beginners while offering the depth and realism that experienced modelers appreciate. These OO and HO train sets for adults and electric train sets for adults are suitable for ages 14 and up, making it a wonderful gift for teenagers and adults alike who are interested in railway history. The engaging and educational aspects of building and operating the model railway can inspire creativity and attention to detail, providing hours of enjoyment. The Eurostar The Beatles Yellow Submarine Analog Electric Train Set HO Track is a standout piece in any collection, and these OO gauge train sets allow you to bring a piece of railway heritage into your home. Whether you are starting a new hobby or adding to an existing collection, the Hornby Eurostar The Beatles Yellow Submarine Analog Electric Train Set HO Track small scale train set is an excellent choice.

Review: Good - Good
Review: It will be a real attention-grabber on any layout. - This train is a true attention-grabber. whether you buy the starter set with track and a transformer or if you buy only the train. The price is VERY reasonable. The performance is good. The train can be easily retro-fitted with DCC and sound. After you buy this 4-piece basic train, start scouring the internet for the 2-piece add-on set that makes the entire train! Very impressive!

## Features

- Complete Set for Enthusiasts: The R1253T Eurostar The Beatles Yellow Submarine model train set features Eurostar Class 373 Power Driving Car, Dummy Driving Car, 2x Passenger Saloons, 3rd Radius Starter Oval and more. Tracks also compatible with HO Scale
- Exceptional Detail and Craftsmanship: Crafted with exceptional attention to detail, this vintage train set offers realistic design, capturing the essence of the iconic locomotive and providing an immersive electric train set
- Hornby's Renowned Quality: Hornby hobby train sets are known for their meticulous engineering and accurate depictions of classic trains; This makes Hornby model trains a top choice for hobbyists and collectors who seek authenticity
- Perfect for All Skill Levels: Great for beginners and enthusiasts, this adult train set combines user-friendly simplicity with intricate detail; This train starter set is accessible for newcomers while offering depth for experienced modelers
- About Hornby: As the UK's leading model railway designer, Hornby have been thrilling model making enthusiasts for over 100 years; Since 1920 Hornby have been the brand leader in 00 Gauge model railway design

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B08485DNXB |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Assembly Instructions Description | [Link or document containing the assembly instructions] |
| Assembly Time | 30 minutes |
| Base Material | Plastic |
| Battery Description | no batteries required |
| Best Sellers Rank | #278,616 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #19,055 in Hobby Remote & App Controlled Vehicles & Parts |
| Brand Name | HORNBY |
| CPSIA Cautionary Statement | Choking Hazard - Small Parts |
| Collection Name | Train Sets & Accessories |
| Color | Multi-color |
| Compatibility Options | Electric, US Transformer |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Control Type | Continuous and variable |
| Controller Type | Analog |
| Customer Reviews | 4.1 out of 5 stars 104 Reviews |
| Educational Objective | Construction Skill, Hand-Eye Coordination |
| Fit Type | freestanding |
| Frame Material Type | Metal |
| Included Components | Analog Set |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Item Dimensions | 32 x 12 x 4 inches |
| Item Shape | irregular shape |
| Item Type Name | Analog Train Set |
| Item Weight | 2 kg |
| Manufacturer | Hornby |
| Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 1200 |
| Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS) | 168 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | R1253T |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | 1 Year Warranty Against Manufacturer Defects |
| Material Type | Metal, Plastic |
| Minimum Age Recomendation | 36 |
| Model Name | Eurostar Beatles Yellow Submarine Analog Train Set |
| Model Number | R1253T |
| Model Year | 2021 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Pieces | 8 |
| Occasion | Birthday, Children's Day |
| Operation Mode | manual |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Portable |
| Outer Material | Plastic |
| Power Plug Type | Type G |
| Power Source | Electric |
| Product Style | Classic |
| Rail Guage | 00 |
| Recommended Uses For Product | indoor |
| Scale | 00 |
| Set Name | Yellow Submarine |
| Size | Medium |
| Skill Level | Beginner |
| Subject Character | The Beatles |
| Theme | Train |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |

## Images

![Hornby Electric Train Set - R1253T The Beatles Yellow Submarine - OO Gauge Train Starter Sets, Adult Vintage Trains, Small Hobby Model for Adults - with Tracks, MidiMat, Connecting Track, Controller - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/619NyOKp9qL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Do the cars light up?**
A: No, they don't

**Q: Can i order any beatles coaches car for the yellow submarine Trains?**
A: They have all gone out of stock forever. I missed out too.

**Q: Will this fit “G” scale track?**
A: No. It is OO scale which is closest to HO

**Q: Can this be used with 18” radius HO scale track ?**
A: Yes

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good
*by V***Y on August 1, 2026*

Good

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It will be a real attention-grabber on any layout.
*by K***E on June 18, 2026*

This train is a true attention-grabber. whether you buy the starter set with track and a transformer or if you buy only the train. The price is VERY reasonable. The performance is good. The train can be easily retro-fitted with DCC and sound. After you buy this 4-piece basic train, start scouring the internet for the 2-piece add-on set that makes the entire train! Very impressive!

### ⭐ Ran hot. Broke down within 2 months. Hornby products frequently defective. Refuses to refund.
*by K***. on November 25, 2022*

4 of the Hornby products we purchased - for hundreds of dollars - broken down within 2 months, despite their being treated with tremendous care and caution. Shoddy workmanship. The Acela, a 5th Hornby product, was broken the day we got it and we returned it for a refund. The EuroStar always ran hot and broke down within 2 months. Hornby company has plummeted. Many of the products are defective. Moreover, we sent 4 engines back to Hornby for repair. We should have done a simple return instead. The engines got there in 4 days but then were stuck at customs for more than 4 weeks. Hornby and USPS/Parcel Force never informed us a customs payment had been slapped on them that Hornby refused to pay. Now they're supposedly heading back to the US - unrepaired - and we're told it may take a very long time. Hornby refused to issue reimbursement for $670 worth of defective trains, not including tax. They refuse to send us replacements. They say we must go through Amazon. Amazon says the return window is no longer open, even though it was open at the time we shipped the engines to the UK. Amazon just has a computer to talk to you, so you can't make it understand sense. Hornby has real people, but they don't understand sense either and can't get around their bureaucratic rules that conveniently serve their own profits. Amazon said we have to go to the manufacturer. Round and round. Asked Hornby again, and they still refuse to issue reimbursement or replacement for their 4 defective engines because we did not buy them directly from them but through Amazon. Never heard anything so absurd and so tight-fisted. They obviously earned money selling these engines to Amazon. So why can't they pay us back? Why should they keep their $670? This company makes millions and can't afford to replace 4 engines and can't afford to make operable engines. Hornby is hard-hearted, cold-fisted, and bureaucratic. Their engines are junk. Don't waste your money on Hornby. Stick with Bachmann. Their engines rarely break down and when they do, you get immensely better service. They're located in the US so you don't have to deal with UK customs and poor UK customer service.

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