{"product_id":"oo-br-class-08-d3760-colchester-tmd","title":"OO BR Class 08 D3760 \"Colchester TMD\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOO BR Class 08 D3760 “Colchester TMD”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOO BR Class 08 D3760 “Colchester TMD” by OO Gauge delivers authentic depot shunting realism for British Rail diesel era layouts and collectors of industrial motive power.\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\u003eDetailed OO scale body:\u003c\/b\u003e Fine printed livery and depot markings representing Colchester TMD allocation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClassic Class 08 shunter design:\u003c\/b\u003e Captures the iconic British Rail diesel shunter used across yards and depots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLayout flexibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Works well in yard operations, freight terminals, and depot scenes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOO gauge compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Fits standard OO gauge track systems (1:76 scale).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReady-to-display finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Pre-finished model designed for immediate placement on layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinished Model Dimensions (Approximate):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 11.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: 3.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 5 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: OO (1:76)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: BR Class 08 D3760 “Colchester TMD”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrototype: British Rail Class 08 diesel electric shunter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEra: British Rail diesel shunting operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Injection-moulded plastic with fine printed detailing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssembly: Ready-to-run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaint and glue: Not required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrack compatibility: OO gauge (16.5mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended age: 14+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for\u003c\/b\u003e OO gauge railway modellers, British Rail enthusiasts, and collectors building realistic depot and freight yard scenes, backed by consistent model detailing and display-ready presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this model matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Class 08 diesel shunter became the backbone of British Rail yard operations from the late 1950s onward. It handled wagon movements, depot shunting, and short-distance freight tasks across the UK rail network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eD3760 allocated to Colchester TMD reflects regional depot operations where these locomotives worked daily in tight industrial environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model represents the shift from steam to diesel yard operations and shows how rail freight handling became more efficient through dedicated shunting locomotives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the model on OO gauge track and integrate it into depot, yard, or freight layouts. Use it to position wagons, build realistic shunting sequences, or stage locomotive movements in confined rail spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt works well in mixed freight consists or static depot displays where operational detail matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a diecast model. It is fragile and not recommended for children.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46669655834780,"sku":"R30507","price":329.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/R30507.webp?v=1776132685","url":"https:\/\/www.hobbyco.com.au\/products\/oo-br-class-08-d3760-colchester-tmd","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}