Rapido Trains OO NER H Class - No.24, NER Saxony Green Livery (1888) - DCC Ready
OO NER H Class No.24 – NER Saxony Green Livery (1888) – DCC Ready delivers authentic late 19th-century North Eastern Railway steam performance and fine-scale heritage detail for OO gauge layouts, ideal for Victorian and Edwardian-era passenger and mixed-traffic operations.
Featuring:
- Historic NER Saxony Green Livery: Faithfully represents No.24 in North Eastern Railway 1888-era green finish, capturing the elegance of pre-grouping British steam design.
- DCC Ready Chassis: Pre-fitted for easy Digital Command Control decoder installation, allowing seamless upgrade from analogue to digital operation.
- Classic 0-6-0 Wheel Arrangement: Provides stable traction and reliable performance for freight and mixed-traffic duties on OO gauge layouts.
- Fine Period Detailing: Intricate boiler fittings, rivet detail, and historically accurate proportions reflecting late Victorian engineering.
Model Dimensions (Approximate):
- Length: Approx. 10–12 cm
- Width: Approx. 3.5–4 cm
- Height: Approx. 5–6 cm
- Wheelbase: Approx. 4–5 cm
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: OO (1:76)
- Brand: Not specified
- Motor Type: Brushed electric motor (typical OO steam locomotive specification)
- Battery (vehicle): Not applicable (track-powered model locomotive; DCC ready for decoder installation)
- Transmitter batteries: Not applicable
- Run/Fly Time: Continuous operation via track power
- Drive / Propulsion: 0-6-0 steam locomotive wheel configuration
- Assembly: Ready-to-run with DCC-ready interface
- Controller: Compatible with analogue DC and DCC systems (decoder required for digital control)
- Material: Injection-moulded plastic body with metal chassis components (typical specification)
- Included: OO scale NER H Class locomotive No.24
Perfect for OO scale railway modellers interested in Victorian and Edwardian steam operations who want authentic pre-grouping realism, strong mixed-traffic performance, and historically accurate detailing for heritage-focused layouts.
Why this model matters
The NER H Class represents an important era of British railway history, showcasing the engineering and design philosophy of the North Eastern Railway in the late 19th century. Its Saxony Green livery and robust wheel configuration make it ideal for recreating authentic pre-grouping freight and passenger operations on heritage layouts.
How to use it
Run on standard OO gauge DC layouts or install a compatible DCC decoder for digital control. Ensure track is clean for smooth operation, particularly on tighter curves common in heritage layouts. Regular maintenance of wheelsets and motion gear will help maintain consistent performance and reliable running.

