OO Class 14 BR Green with Wasp Ends D9505 by Heljan delivers authentic scale operation and flexible control options for OO gauge layouts.
Featuring:
- Detail & Finish: British Rail green livery with distinctive wasp-ended warning panels, finely moulded body details including handrails and fan grills, reflecting the Class 14 prototype D9505.
- Drive & Performance: Precision motor with all-wheel power pickup for consistent track performance.
- Control & Compatibility: DCC-ready with 21-pin decoder interface; also compatible with analogue DC operation.
- Couplings & Integration: NEM tension-lock couplers for integration with standard OO rolling stock.
Model Dimensions (Approximate):
- Length: 137 mm
- Scale: OO (1:76)
- Gauge: 16.5 mm
Technical Specifications:
- Brand: Heljan
- Model Type: Diesel Locomotive
- Era / Prototype: British Rail Class 14 diesel-hydraulic locomotive D9505
- Control System: DCC-ready / Analogue DC compatible
- Decoder Interface: 21-pin socket
- Lighting: Directional headlights and tail lights
- Coupler Type: NEM pocket with tension-lock couplers
- Material: Plastic and metal components
- Power Source: Track-powered
- Assembly: Ready-to-run
- Included: Locomotive model
Ideal for modellers building detailed OO layouts or collectors of British diesel locomotives seeking accurate scale appearance and reliable operation.
Why this model matters
The Class 14 was a distinctive British Rail diesel-hydraulic locomotive used for trip freight and shunting duties in the 1950s–1960s. This OO gauge model provides enthusiasts with a historically significant locomotive featuring wasp-ended warning panels, adding character to freight and mixed traffic scenes. Its DCC-ready design ensures easy integration into digital layouts.
How to use it
Place the ready-to-run locomotive on clean 16.5 mm OO gauge track. Operate using an analogue DC controller or install a compatible 21-pin DCC decoder for digital control. Maintain track and wheel cleanliness, check couplings before use, and store in a dust-free environment to preserve detailing.