{"product_id":"ho-dr-steam-loco-01504-black-iii","title":"HO Dr Steam Loco 01504 Black III","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHO DR Steam Loco 01504 Black III by Märklin delivers classic German steam power detail for HO scale model railway enthusiasts building authentic mid-era European rail layouts.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDR Class 01504 steam locomotive:\u003c\/b\u003e Faithful representation of a German Deutsche Reichsbahn steam engine from the Black III era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHistoric black livery:\u003c\/b\u003e Traditional steam locomotive finish reflecting early to mid-20th century rail operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFine mechanical detailing:\u003c\/b\u003e Visible boiler, piping, and running gear for realistic steam-era appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHO scale precision build:\u003c\/b\u003e Designed for accurate proportion and smooth integration into HO layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale:\u003c\/b\u003e HO (1:87)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e DR Steam Locomotive 01504\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOperator:\u003c\/b\u003e Deutsche Reichsbahn (DR)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLivery:\u003c\/b\u003e Black III\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Injection-moulded plastic body with metal chassis components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDrive:\u003c\/b\u003e Electric powered locomotive (track powered)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCouplings:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard HO compatible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/b\u003e Ready-to-run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePaint and Glue:\u003c\/b\u003e Not required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRecommended Age:\u003c\/b\u003e 14+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e HO scale railway modellers creating steam-era German layouts, historical freight operations, or mixed heritage European train scenes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this locomotive matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteam locomotives like the DR 01504 shaped early railway operations across Germany. They powered both passenger and freight services during the foundational years of rail transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model brings that era into HO scale layouts, adding contrast against modern electric and diesel stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo you want more character in your steam-era scenes? This locomotive brings that historic presence to your layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace this HO steam locomotive onto compatible HO gauge track and connect it to freight or passenger rolling stock. It operates as a powered unit within your layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a plastic model. Paint and glue are not required. It is not a toy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marklin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46766828093596,"sku":"MK38206","price":832.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/www.hobbyco.com.au\/products\/ho-dr-steam-loco-01504-black-iii","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}