{"product_id":"oo-railroad-br-class-08-71000-duke-of-gloucester-dcc-sound-fitted","title":"OO RailRoad BR Class 08 71000 \"Duke of Gloucester\" DCC Sound Fitted","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOO RailRoad BR Class 8P 71000 \"Duke of Gloucester\" DCC Sound Fitted\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\u003eDCC Sound Equipped:\u003c\/b\u003e Factory-fitted digital sound decoder delivering authentic steam exhaust, whistle, and running sounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUnique Steam Prototype:\u003c\/b\u003e OO scale model of BR Standard Class 8P 71000, the only locomotive of its type.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDetailed BR Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Accurately applied British Railways livery with fine lining and numbering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAdvanced Running Detail:\u003c\/b\u003e Features distinctive Caprotti valve gear and realistic motion components.\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 32 cm (including tender)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWidth:\u003c\/b\u003e 3.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 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 Standard Class 8P Steam Locomotive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNumber:\u003c\/b\u003e 71000 \"Duke of Gloucester\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWheel Arrangement:\u003c\/b\u003e 4-6-2 (Pacific)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDCC Status:\u003c\/b\u003e DCC Sound Fitted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Injection-moulded plastic with metal components\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\u003ePower Requirement:\u003c\/b\u003e OO gauge compatible DCC control system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRecommended Age:\u003c\/b\u003e 14+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCouplings:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard OO couplings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e OO scale railway modellers seeking immersive steam-era operation, DCC layouts, and collectors of historically significant British locomotives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this locomotive matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e71000 \"Duke of Gloucester\" was the final steam locomotive built for British Railways, representing the peak of steam engineering development in the UK. Its use of Caprotti valve gear set it apart from other BR Standard designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing restoration in preservation, the locomotive achieved the performance originally intended, earning a reputation as one of the most powerful and efficient British steam engines in operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis DCC sound-fitted model enhances realism, bringing the presence of this iconic locomotive to life on modern layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOperate on a DCC-compatible OO gauge layout to access full sound and control functions. Ideal for express passenger services on mainline layouts with broad curves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo assembly, paint, or glue is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a detailed OO scale model. It is not a toy and is not recommended for children.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46669656129692,"sku":"R30520TXS","price":449.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/R30520TXS.webp?v=1776145305","url":"https:\/\/www.hobbyco.com.au\/products\/oo-railroad-br-class-08-71000-duke-of-gloucester-dcc-sound-fitted","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}