I'm looking to gather some historical information on 2 of my older Hornby models. I'm looking specifically for info on the type of work they used to do etc. The first is an LMS 1000, Class 4P 4-4-0 Compound, Hornby Model R376. This is a tender driven model, and has major problems on my 1st radius curves, but is OK on the 2nd radius curves. The 2nd is also an LMS, 2-6-4 number 2312. It's a Hornby, made in England, but that's all i know about it. Like the first one, it also has problems on the 1st radius curves.
I'm also looking for a "complimentary" engine (looking to buy in March/April) that would work well on the 1st radius curves too, to work on the goods side of my railway.
Thanks in advance for advice/help, or even pointing me to where this information can be found on the web.
Ian