{"product_id":"dapol-oo-large-prairie-6153-br-black-early-crest","title":"OO Large Prairie 6153 BR Black Early Crest","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOO Large Prairie 6153 BR Black Early Crest delivers classic Great Western branch line performance for OO gauge railway modellers and steam locomotive collectors.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDetailed Steam Locomotive:\u003c\/b\u003e Accurately modelled GWR 2-6-2T Large Prairie Tank locomotive in British Railways black livery with early crest.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReady-to-Run:\u003c\/b\u003e Fully assembled and finished for immediate use on OO gauge (1:76) layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBranch Line Versatility:\u003c\/b\u003e Ideal for suburban passenger trains, local goods services, and heritage railway scenes.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAuthentic Livery:\u003c\/b\u003e Crisp printed lining, numbering, and BR early crest for early 1950s layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinished Model Dimensions (Approximate):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLength:\u003c\/b\u003e 16.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWidth:\u003c\/b\u003e 4.0 cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 6.0 cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale:\u003c\/b\u003e OO (1:76)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWheel Arrangement:\u003c\/b\u003e 2-6-2T\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrototype Class:\u003c\/b\u003e GWR 5101 Class Large Prairie\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRunning Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 6153\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLivery:\u003c\/b\u003e British Railways Black with Early Crest\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEra:\u003c\/b\u003e British Railways Early Era (1948 to 1956)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Diecast metal and plastic\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMotor:\u003c\/b\u003e Electric motor, track powered\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/b\u003e Ready-to-run\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePaint\/Glue:\u003c\/b\u003e Not required\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDCC Ready:\u003c\/b\u003e Depends on production version\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRecommended Age:\u003c\/b\u003e 14+\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e OO gauge enthusiasts building early British Railways branch line layouts, Great Western collections, and steam-era operating sessions, backed by Hobbyco’s trusted service and fast shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this locomotive matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe GWR 5101 Class Large Prairie Tank locomotives were among the most versatile steam engines built by the Great Western Railway. Designed by Charles Collett, they handled suburban passenger trains, branch line services, and freight duties across the network.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLocomotive 6153 carried British Railways black livery with the early crest, reflecting the transition from GWR ownership to nationalised railway operation after 1948. This livery captures a short but significant period in British railway history when former GWR engines served under BR management while retaining their Great Western character.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlace the locomotive on any compatible OO gauge track and couple it to passenger coaches or goods wagons. It is well suited to branch line stations, suburban commuter services, and heritage railway displays. No assembly, paint, glue, or modelling tools are required.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis is a diecast model. It is fragile and not recommended for children.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dapol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44885111341212,"sku":"D4S041013","price":288.59,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/D4S041013.webp?v=1750661239","url":"https:\/\/www.harveynorman.lol\/products\/dapol-oo-large-prairie-6153-br-black-early-crest","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}