{"product_id":"5700-class-steam-locomotive-building-blocks","title":"MOC-229762 GWR 5700 Class Diorama Building Blocks","description":"\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eRecreate the atmosphere of classic British railways with the \u003cstrong\u003eMOC-229762 GWR 5700 Class Diorama Building Blocks Set\u003c\/strong\u003e. Designed and authorized by \u003cstrong\u003eMikey_Brickalloti\u003c\/strong\u003e, this 2,108-piece LesDiy configuration is inspired by the iconic \u003cstrong\u003eGreat Western Railway 5700 Class\u003c\/strong\u003e steam locomotive and presents it in a distinctive dark red color scheme inspired by \u003cstrong\u003eLondon Transport livery\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 5700 Class became one of the most recognizable British \u003cstrong\u003e0-6-0 pannier tank locomotives\u003c\/strong\u003e, serving both freight duties and shorter passenger routes. 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Following feedback, the driving rod design was updated in \u003cstrong\u003eFebruary 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e to improve movement and reduce wheel binding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2,108-PIECE BRITISH RAILWAY DIORAMA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuild a complete railway scene centered around the classic GWR 5700 Class, accompanied by two coaches, track, signaling equipment, and detailed interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDESIGNED BY MIKEY_BRICKALLOTI\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned and authorized by Mikey_Brickalloti, with the model physically built and tested to refine its structure and running mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eICONIC GWR 5700 CLASS DESIGN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRecreates the distinctive 0-6-0 wheel arrangement, compact boiler, side pannier tanks, cab, and unmistakable proportions of this famous British steam locomotive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLONDON TRANSPORT-INSPIRED LIVERY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe dark red color scheme pays tribute to the London Transport appearance associated with preserved and historic examples of the 5700 Class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUPDATED DRIVING ROD SYSTEM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe connecting rod mechanism was redesigned in February 2026 based on builder feedback, helping the wheels move more smoothly and reducing the risk of binding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDETAILED LOCOMOTIVE CAB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRemove the cab roof to explore an interior featuring a furnace, gauges, valves, and other steam-era operating details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMAIL CAR WITH OPTIONAL MOTORIZATION SPACE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne coach includes parcel and mail storage details as well as space designed to accommodate a battery module for builders who want to add optional motorization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDETAILED PASSENGER COACH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe passenger carriage includes benches, tables, and lamp details, recreating the atmosphere of short-distance British railway travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRAILWAY SIGNALING DETAILS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrackside semaphore-style signals add another layer of realism to the diorama and help recreate traditional railway operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDEDICATED TRACK DISPLAY BASE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe included track section turns the locomotive and coaches into a complete railway scene suitable for shelves, display cabinets, and larger train layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLARGE DISPLAY PRESENCE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe original diorama measures approximately \u003cstrong\u003e93.4 cm \/ 36.8 in long, 16.5 cm \/ 6.5 in wide, and 22.1 cm \/ 8.7 in high\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a substantial display without the footprint of a full railway layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom the Designer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMikey_Brickalloti designed \u003cstrong\u003eMOC-229762\u003c\/strong\u003e as a tribute to the GWR 5700 Class, one of the most enduring sights of British railway history. 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