{"product_id":"ho-mercedes-benz-o305-mkii-bus-ptc-500th-ho-bus-red-white","title":"HO Mercedes-Benz O305 MkII Bus PTC 500th HO Bus Red\/White","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHO Mercedes-Benz O305 MkII Bus PTC 500th HO Bus Red\/White\u003c\/b\u003e delivers commemorative fleet realism and highly detailed HO scale urban transport accuracy for model railway layouts and collector displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis special edition Mercedes-Benz O305 MkII represents the PTC 500th HO bus in classic red and white livery, marking a milestone in public transport fleet production. It is an ideal addition for collectors and modellers recreating Australian city transport history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCommemorative 500th fleet livery:\u003c\/b\u003e Distinctive red and white PTC design celebrating a milestone HO bus release with accurate printed detailing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHO scale precision:\u003c\/b\u003e Built to 1:87 scale, ideal for HO model railway city streets, depots, and station forecourts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAuthentic Mercedes-Benz O305 MkII design:\u003c\/b\u003e Realistic body styling with injection-moulded construction capturing classic Australian urban bus form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDisplay-ready model:\u003c\/b\u003e Fully assembled static model, ready for immediate placement in layouts or collections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eModel Dimensions (Approximate):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLength:\u003c\/b\u003e 14.4 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWidth:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.9 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 3.4 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWheelbase:\u003c\/b\u003e Approx. 7.8 cm (scaled)\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\u003eMotor Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Non-powered static model\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDrive \/ Propulsion:\u003c\/b\u003e Static display model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/b\u003e Ready-to-run (fully assembled)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eController:\u003c\/b\u003e Not applicable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Injection-moulded plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/b\u003e One HO scale Mercedes-Benz O305 MkII PTC 500th commemorative bus model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for \u003cb\u003eHO scale railway modellers, Australian transport enthusiasts, and diorama builders\u003c\/b\u003e who want \u003cb\u003ecommemorative fleet pieces and realistic city traffic scenes\u003c\/b\u003e in their layouts.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this model matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mercedes-Benz O305 MkII played a key role in Australian urban transport history, and this commemorative PTC 500th edition adds historical significance and rarity appeal. It enhances realism in HO scale city and suburban layouts while celebrating a milestone in public transport operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply place the model onto HO scale roads, bus depots, or station forecourts. No assembly is required. For best effect, combine with HO scale buildings, passengers, and street details to create a realistic transport environment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Auscision Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46699988713628,"sku":"AMAMB2","price":99.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/AMAMB2.webp?v=1776702139","url":"https:\/\/www.hobbyco.com.au\/products\/ho-mercedes-benz-o305-mkii-bus-ptc-500th-ho-bus-red-white","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}