{"product_id":"ho-obb-car-set-f-cl-52-era-iii-steam-locomotive","title":"HO OBB Car Set f\/Cl. 52 Era III Steam Locomotive","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHO OBB Car Set f\/Cl. 52 Era III Steam Locomotive\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\u003eEra III ÖBB Passenger Set:\u003c\/b\u003e Authentic Austrian Federal Railways coach set designed to match the Class 52 steam locomotive era, ideal for historic European steam operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrototype-Accurate Livery:\u003c\/b\u003e ÖBB-era colour scheme with fine printed lining and wagon numbering for realistic mid-century rail operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDetailed Coach Interiors:\u003c\/b\u003e Moulded seating and compartment layouts visible through clear window inserts for added realism on display and layout running.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStandardised Coupling System:\u003c\/b\u003e Compatible HO couplers allow smooth integration with Class 52 locomotives and other Era III rolling stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinished Model Dimensions (Approximate per coach):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 26.4 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: 3.6 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 4.7 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale: HO (1:87)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: ÖBB Passenger Car Set for Class 52 Steam Era III\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperator: Österreichische Bundesbahnen (ÖBB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Injection-moulded plastic with clear window glazing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssembly: Ready-to-run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaint\/Glue: Not required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCouplings: HO standard compatible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLighting: Not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended Age: 14+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e HO scale railway modellers building Austrian or Central European steam-era layouts, especially those focused on freight and passenger mixed operations behind Class 52 steam locomotives, backed by consistent detailing and reliable track compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this model matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra III rail operations in Austria marked the transition from steam to diesel, with the Class 52 locomotives still handling heavy freight and regional passenger duties. These passenger coaches reflect post-war rebuilding and standardisation across European rail networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eÖBB passenger stock from this period shows practical design focused on capacity and durability. These coaches supported daily commuter travel and long-distance services across mountainous and rural routes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow would your Class 52 perform pulling a full mixed consist of Era III passenger coaches through a mountain layout?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHigh search keywords:\u003c\/b\u003e HO scale ÖBB passenger cars, Class 52 steam locomotive set, Era III model trains, Austrian railway coaches HO scale, European steam era train set, HO passenger wagon set\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the coaches behind a compatible HO Class 52 steam locomotive. Couple each unit securely and run on standard HO gauge track. Ideal for mixed passenger and freight consists or dedicated regional passenger services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo paint, glue, or assembly tools are required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a plastic model. Assembly, 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":46683859058844,"sku":"MK46564","price":269.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/MK46564.jpg?v=1776442562","url":"https:\/\/www.hobbyco.com.au\/products\/ho-obb-car-set-f-cl-52-era-iii-steam-locomotive","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}