OO BR Black Early Crest 10800 with Black Bogies V2 is a detailed OO-gauge diesel locomotive model designed for authentic scale operation and realistic railway modelling in OO gauge layouts.
Featuring:
- Detail & Finish: British Rail black livery with Early Crest markings and black bogies, applied to a finely detailed body representing the unique prototype locomotive 10800.
- Drive & Performance: Powered model suitable for standard OO gauge layout operation.
- Control & Compatibility: DCC-ready with a 21-pin decoder interface; compatible with analogue DC control.
Model Dimensions (Approximate):
- Scale: OO (1:76)
- Gauge: 16.5 mm
Technical Specifications:
- Brand: Heljan
- Model Type: Diesel Locomotive
- Era / Prototype: British Railways Early Crest – North British prototype locomotive 10800
- Control System: DCC-ready / Analogue DC compatible
- Decoder Interface: 21-pin
- Power Source: Track-powered
- Assembly: Ready-to-run
- Included: Diesel locomotive
Ideal for modellers building a detailed OO layout and collectors of early British diesel prototypes seeking accurate scale presence and DCC upgrade flexibility.
Why this model matters
The BR 10800 represents a significant experimental diesel prototype in British railway history. This Heljan OO gauge model allows modellers to include a distinctive and historically important locomotive within Early BR-era layouts, supported by modern DCC-ready design.
How to use it
Place the locomotive on clean 16.5 mm OO gauge track and operate using a compatible DC controller. For DCC operation, install a suitable 21-pin decoder before use. Maintain clean track and wheels for consistent performance, and store the model safely when not in use.