{"product_id":"cobi-6292-1-35-flying-scotsman-british-steam-locomotive-block-model-set-2-677-pieces","title":"COBI 6292 1\/35 Flying Scotsman British Steam Locomotive Block Model Set (2,677 Pieces)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eCOBI 6292 1\/35 Flying Scotsman British Steam Locomotive Block Model Set\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e2,677 Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuild a model of the Flying Scotsman - the most famous British steam locomotive and an icon of world railways! This unique model from COBI is a proposition for both adult collectors and younger fans of the history of technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1923, an A1-class locomotive rolled out of the Doncaster works. Designed by the eminent engineer Nigel Gresley, the Flying Scotsman quickly gained fame for its unprecedented performance at the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe locomotive holds two records for steam traction – on November 30, 1934, it became the first to officially reach a speed of 100 mph (160.9 km\/h), and on August 8, 1989, during a visit to Australia, it ran 679 km without stopping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite the difficult times of World War II and changes in the railway industry, the Flying Scotsman survived, was restored and to this day serves as a traveling museum. In 2023, it celebrated its 100th anniversary as an active and fully functional steam locomotive – a national treasure of Great Britain, a symbol of the steam era and the triumph of engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFEATURES:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe model is equipped with a coupled drive mechanism with moving wheels and an opening roof of the engine room, which allows you to look into the meticulously reproduced interior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe model contains over 60 cm of track made using two-color injection technology. The wood of the ties is reproduced with a subtle grain texture, and the steel rails have realistic geometry and proportions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured in the EU by a company with over 35 years of tradition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe blocks meet the safety standards of products for children\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully compatible with other brands of construction blocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlocks with prints do not scratch or smear and do not fade during play or under the influence of temperature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear and intuitive instructions based on illustrations and step-by-step directions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge group: 10+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel dimensions: 66cm x 10cm x 12cm (13cm on tracks)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"COBI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53324194218197,"sku":"COI6292","price":199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/1972\/4454\/files\/cobi-6292-1-35-flying-scotsman-british-steam-locomotive-block-model-set-2-677-pieces-5.webp?v=1772547122","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterosehobbies.com\/products\/cobi-6292-1-35-flying-scotsman-british-steam-locomotive-block-model-set-2-677-pieces","provider":"White Rose Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}