{"product_id":"oo-ner-h-class-no-24-ner-saxony-green-livery-1888-dcc-ready","title":"OO NER H Class - No.24, NER Saxony Green Livery (1888) - DCC Ready","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOO 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.\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\u003eHistoric NER Saxony Green Livery:\u003c\/b\u003e Faithfully represents No.24 in North Eastern Railway 1888-era green finish, capturing the elegance of pre-grouping British steam design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDCC Ready Chassis:\u003c\/b\u003e Pre-fitted for easy Digital Command Control decoder installation, allowing seamless upgrade from analogue to digital operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClassic 0-6-0 Wheel Arrangement:\u003c\/b\u003e Provides stable traction and reliable performance for freight and mixed-traffic duties on OO gauge layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFine Period Detailing:\u003c\/b\u003e Intricate boiler fittings, rivet detail, and historically accurate proportions reflecting late Victorian engineering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eModel Dimensions (Approximate):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLength:\u003c\/b\u003e Approx. 10–12 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWidth:\u003c\/b\u003e Approx. 3.5–4 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e Approx. 5–6 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWheelbase:\u003c\/b\u003e Approx. 4–5 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\u003eBrand:\u003c\/b\u003e Not specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMotor Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Brushed electric motor (typical OO steam locomotive specification)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBattery (vehicle):\u003c\/b\u003e Not applicable (track-powered model locomotive; DCC ready for decoder installation)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTransmitter batteries:\u003c\/b\u003e Not applicable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRun\/Fly Time:\u003c\/b\u003e Continuous operation via track power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDrive \/ Propulsion:\u003c\/b\u003e 0-6-0 steam locomotive wheel configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/b\u003e Ready-to-run with DCC-ready interface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eController:\u003c\/b\u003e Compatible with analogue DC and DCC systems (decoder required for digital control)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Injection-moulded plastic body with metal chassis components (typical specification)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/b\u003e OO scale NER H Class locomotive No.24\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for \u003cb\u003eOO scale railway modellers interested in Victorian and Edwardian steam operations\u003c\/b\u003e who want \u003cb\u003eauthentic pre-grouping realism, strong mixed-traffic performance, and historically accurate detailing\u003c\/b\u003e for heritage-focused layouts.\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 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRun 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46843146043548,"sku":"RT932001","price":286.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/RT932001.jpg?v=1778603507","url":"https:\/\/www.hobbyco.com.au\/products\/oo-ner-h-class-no-24-ner-saxony-green-livery-1888-dcc-ready","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}