OO Ditcheat Manor 7821 BR Lined Black Early Crest
Featuring:
- Prototype: GWR Manor Class steam locomotive No. 7821, operated under British Railways in early crest black livery.
- Livery: BR lined black with early crest emblem, representing the immediate post-nationalisation British Railways period.
- Scale & Gauge Compatibility: OO scale (1:76); suitable for OO gauge track systems.
- Construction & Finish: Highly detailed injection-moulded body with fine printed lining, separately applied details, and realistic chassis detail.
- Layout Integration: Suitable for OO gauge layouts, compatible with standard couplings and mixed-traffic operations.
Model Dimensions (Approximate):
- Scale: OO (1:76)
- Class: GWR Manor Class
- Running Number: 7821
- Gauge: OO (16.5mm)
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: OO (1:76)
- Model: Manor Class 7821 BR Lined Black Early Crest
- Material: Injection-moulded plastic with metal detailing
- Assembly: Ready-to-run
- Power Requirement: Track-powered (DC / DCC depending on variant)
- Sound: Optional (if fitted version)
- Recommended Age: 14+
- Compatibility Notes: OO gauge layout compatible, suitable for BR steam-era operations
Perfect for: OO scale British steam era modellers focusing on early British Railways transitional liveries and Western Region operations.
Why this model matters
The Manor Class was designed for routes where larger locomotives could not operate, making them highly versatile across secondary and branch lines. No. 7821 represents the early BR period, when locomotives still retained strong Great Western design heritage under new nationalised branding.
How to use it
Place on OO gauge track and operate using DC or DCC control depending on version. Pair with BR-era coaching stock or light freight trains for realistic operations.
This is a detailed plastic model locomotive. Assembly, paint, and glue are not required. It is not a toy.