Dapol OO Foxcote Manor 7822 BR Black Early Crest

OO Garsington Manor 7817 BR Lined Green Late Crest

Featuring:

• Prototype: GWR Manor Class steam locomotive No. 7817, operated under British Railways in the late crest era.
• Livery: BR lined green with late crest emblem, representing post-1956 British Railways standardisation.
• Scale & Gauge Compatibility: OO scale (1:76); suitable for OO gauge track systems.
• Construction & Finish: Highly detailed injection-moulded body with fine printed lining and realistic chassis detailing.
• Layout Integration: Compatible with standard OO couplings for passenger, express, and mixed-traffic operation.

Model Dimensions (Approximate):

• Scale: OO (1:76)
• Class: GWR Manor Class
• Running Number: 7817
• Gauge: OO (16.5mm)

Technical Specifications:

• Scale: OO (1:76)
• Model: Manor Class 7817 BR Lined Green Late Crest
• Material: Injection-moulded plastic with metal detailing
• Assembly: Ready-to-run
• Power Requirement: Track-powered (DC / DCC depending on version)
• Sound: Optional (version dependent)
• Recommended Age: 14+
• Compatibility Notes: OO gauge layout compatible, suitable for BR steam-era operation

Perfect for: OO scale British steam era modellers focusing on Great Western heritage and British Railways transition-era operations.

Why this model matters

The Manor Class represented a versatile mixed-traffic design suited to lighter routes across the Great Western network. No. 7817 reflects the later British Railways period, when preserved GWR design principles continued in service under the unified BR system.

How to use it

Place on OO gauge track and operate using DC or DCC control depending on specification. Pair with BR coaching stock or light freight wagons for realistic mixed-traffic operation.

This is a detailed plastic model locomotive. Assembly, paint, and glue are not required. It is not a toy.