Heljan OO Ruston 165DE NCB Dark Green No. 45 DCC Ready 18 Pin

OO Ruston 165DE NCB Dark Green No. 45 DCC Ready 18 Pin is a detailed OO‑gauge diesel locomotive model designed for realistic railway modelling and layout operation on OO gauge layouts.

Featuring:

• Detail & Finish: Authentic National Coal Board dark green livery with running number 45 applied to a finely moulded Ruston 165DE body suitable for OO scale scenes.
• Control & Compatibility: DCC‑ready with an 18‑pin decoder socket, allowing installation of a compatible decoder for digital control while also operable on analogue DC layouts.
• Couplings & Integration: Fitted with NEM tension‑lock couplings, ensuring compatibility with standard OO rolling stock.

Model Dimensions (Approximate):

• Length: 88 mm
• Scale: OO (1:76)
• Gauge: 16.5 mm

Technical Specifications:

• Brand: Heljan
• Model Type: Diesel Locomotive
• Era / Prototype: Ruston & Hornsby 165DE industrial locomotive in National Coal Board service
• Control System: DCC‑ready / Analogue DC compatible
• Decoder Interface: 18‑pin socket
• Minimum Curve Radius: Radius 1
• Lighting: Interior lighting features
• Coupler Type: NEM / tension‑lock couplings
• Power Source: Track‑powered
• Assembly: Ready‑to‑run
• Included: Diesel locomotive

Ideal for modellers building industrial or shunting scenes on OO layouts, and for operators seeking a compact, authentic industrial diesel with flexible control options.

Why this model matters

The Ruston 165DE was a widely used industrial locomotive type, and this NCB dark green No. 45 example adds unique character to OO gauge layouts representing industrial sidings, collieries, and private railways. Its DCC‑ready design with interior lighting enhances both visual appeal and operational flexibility.

How to use it

Place on clean OO gauge track and operate with an analogue DC controller for basic running. For digital operation, install a suitable 18‑pin DCC decoder into the socket before use. Ensure wheels and track are clean for reliable electrical pickup, and check couplings before connecting other rolling stock.