{"product_id":"oo-br-late-class-5101-large-prairie-5153","title":"OO BR Late Class 5101 Large Prairie 5153","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOO BR Late Class 5101 Large Prairie 5153\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\u003eGWR Large Prairie Detail:\u003c\/b\u003e Faithful OO scale representation of the Great Western Railway 5101 Class 2-6-2T tank locomotive in BR late crest livery, ideal for branch line and suburban steam layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAuthentic Steam Era Design:\u003c\/b\u003e Captures the compact tank engine layout used for passenger and mixed-traffic duties across Great Western routes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLayout Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Designed for OO gauge (1:76) track systems, suitable for tight curves and typical British layout plans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFine Printed Detailing:\u003c\/b\u003e Crisp livery application with detailed bodywork, handrails, and cab features for realistic display value.\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\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLength:\u003c\/b\u003e 19 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWidth:\u003c\/b\u003e 4 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 5.5 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\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale:\u003c\/b\u003e OO (1:76)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrototype:\u003c\/b\u003e GWR 5101 Class Large Prairie (2-6-2T)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRoad Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 5153\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLivery:\u003c\/b\u003e BR Late Crest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Injection-moulded plastic with metal detailing components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/b\u003e Ready-to-run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePaint\/Glue:\u003c\/b\u003e Not required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePower Requirement:\u003c\/b\u003e DCC-ready or analogue compatible (depending on model variant)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRecommended Age:\u003c\/b\u003e 14+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCouplings:\u003c\/b\u003e OO standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e OO scale railway modellers, BR steam era layouts, Great Western Railway collections, and branch line operations, backed by reliable model railway retail support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this locomotive matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GWR 5101 Class Large Prairie engines served as reliable mixed-traffic tank locomotives across suburban and branch lines. They handled commuter services, local freight, and short-distance passenger duties where flexibility mattered more than long-distance power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn British Railways service, many of these locomotives continued working well into the late steam era. The BR late crest livery reflects their final years in operation before withdrawal during the diesel transition period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis locomotive represents everyday rail operations rather than express prestige services. Have you considered how much of the railway network depended on engines like this rather than headline express locomotives?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the locomotive on OO gauge track and connect it to compatible rolling stock. It suits passenger coaches, mixed freight trains, and branch line consists. No paint, glue, or assembly is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a detailed OO scale model locomotive. It is not a toy and is not recommended for children.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46669655900316,"sku":"R30509","price":309.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/R30509.webp?v=1776133272","url":"https:\/\/www.hobbyco.com.au\/products\/oo-br-late-class-5101-large-prairie-5153","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}