{"product_id":"oo-class-45-split-centre-h-c-d49-the-manchester-regiment-br-green-syp","title":"OO Class 45 Split Centre H\/C D49 'The Manchester Regiment' BR Green (SYP)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOO Class 45 Split Centre Headcode D49 'The Manchester Regiment' BR Green (SYP) delivers powerful diesel-era realism and authentic BR express freight\/passenger performance for OO gauge model railway layouts.\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\u003eSplit Centre Headcode Design:\u003c\/b\u003e Accurately represents early Class 45 “Peaks” with distinctive headcode panels, ideal for 1960s–1970s British Rail operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBR Green Livery with SYP Detail:\u003c\/b\u003e Finished in classic British Railways green with small yellow panel (SYP), capturing transitional diesel-era styling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDetailed Diesel Body:\u003c\/b\u003e Injection-moulded body with fine grille, roof fan, and bogie detailing for enhanced realism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOO Gauge Ready-to-Run:\u003c\/b\u003e Fully assembled with standard couplings for easy integration into mixed passenger and freight consists.\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 28.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWidth:\u003c\/b\u003e 3.8 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 5.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWheelbase:\u003c\/b\u003e Approx. 16.5 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 BR Class 45\/0 “Peak” Diesel Locomotive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLivery:\u003c\/b\u003e BR Green with Small Yellow Panel (SYP)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEra:\u003c\/b\u003e British Railways Diesel Transition Era (1960s–1970s)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Injection-moulded plastic body with metal detailing components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDrive \/ Propulsion:\u003c\/b\u003e Motorised diesel-electric locomotive (typical OO model configuration)\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\u003eModelling Tools:\u003c\/b\u003e Not required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eController:\u003c\/b\u003e Compatible with standard OO DC or DCC systems (DCC readiness varies by model version)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/b\u003e One OO scale Class 45 locomotive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCouplings:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard OO tension lock or equivalent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e OO gauge railway modellers recreating BR diesel transition era layouts, express passenger services, and heavy freight operations across the UK rail network.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this model matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Class 45 “Peak” locomotives were a backbone of British Rail’s diesel fleet, handling everything from express passenger services to heavy freight across the network. The BR green livery with small yellow panel represents an important transitional period in UK rail history, bridging steam heritage and modern diesel operations.\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 a compatible controller (DC or DCC depending on specification). Couple it to passenger coaches or freight wagons to recreate authentic British Rail services. No assembly, paint, or glue is required. Regular maintenance includes track cleaning and occasional wheel cleaning for best performance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bachmann","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46801364615324,"sku":"BAC32678A","price":321.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/BAC32678A.webp?v=1778553796","url":"https:\/\/www.hobbyco.com.au\/products\/oo-class-45-split-centre-h-c-d49-the-manchester-regiment-br-green-syp","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}